Question:
I am 2 weeks post op and I am on pureed foods and I am afraid to eat anything afraid
to get the dumping syndrome what do I do — Tanya G. (posted on May 11, 2011)
May 11, 2011
Don't worry about the dumping, at one point or another it's gonna happen.
Follow your program and this tool will work for you. You will have to
introduce new foods at some point. If you dump, you will know for the next
time you won't be able to eat that particular food. I am one year post.
Down 140, I dumped 2 times last week, while on vaca. But it's ok, now I
know I can't drink beer, eat wet eggs. If you have any other questions
just give a holler out. Good luck on your journey,
— slvbullet
May 11, 2011
Don't worry about the dumping, at one point or another it's gonna happen.
Follow your program and this tool will work for you. You will have to
introduce new foods at some point. If you dump, you will know for the next
time you won't be able to eat that particular food. I am one year post.
Down 140, I dumped 2 times last week, while on vaca. But it's ok, now I
know I can't drink beer, eat wet eggs. If you have any other questions
just give a holler out. Good luck on your journey,
— slvbullet
May 11, 2011
My surgeon and NUT told me that they introduce new foods for those who may
be ready to eat something at a particular point in time. Nothing says you
HAVE to eat at a particular point in your recovery. I am 1 yr 4 months
post op and down 142 lbs. I didn't "eat" for about 4-5 months
after surgery.. just wasn't hungry and the protein shakes filled me up
quickly. I still don't "eat" much.. I"ma big fan of soup
and still prefer my protein shakes to food. But now and again I can have
small bites of something. You'll find what works for you and what doesn't,
but do it when your body is telling you that it's hungry (aka ready) for
the next step. I still can't eat eggs, most meat (unless it's got a lot of
gravy or something to make it wet) and NO pasta. It used to be my vice,
but now any pasta or bread (that's not toasted or hard) makes me vomit. It
just sits in my stomach like a rock. My recommendation is go slowly and
listen to yourself... you will know when you are ready. Good luck !
— KQinNC
May 11, 2011
I am 3 months post-op & down 70lbs but I was on a liquid diet for 1
month after. I can eat most foods now as long as they are low-fat or low
in sugar but I was afraid of a lot of things, too. Especially bread (which
was my weak point). Like the others have said before, you need to do what
feels right for you. I have dumped a few times but mostly from eating
things I probably shouldn't have even tried (a chicken wing, prime rib -
way too fatty, ground beef, gravy, eating too fast) but it's how you learn
what your body can handle. I've also noticed that something that has made
me dump in the past doesn't make me dump now. Just take it slow & chew
everything really well. You will do great! :)
— Tickie
May 11, 2011
You are only two weeks out, please do not worry about eating different
foods. At two weeks out I was only having protein shakes and then when I
was allowed to eat pureed foods it was only protein.
I am shocked your Dr. didn't give you a food plan to follow, mine was
awesome.
I wasn't allowed to have carbs until I lost 75% of my weight. Just make
sure you get in your protein and water. I doubt anyone in here will tell
you this is easy, my first year was a BEAR!!!!!!!! I still do not eat a
lot of foods.
— FSUMom
May 11, 2011
BTW, we are not allowed to drink beer, it carbonated!!! Soda and the such
will expand your pouch!!!!
— FSUMom
May 11, 2011
Right now, at least be sure to hydrate yourself. If you don't you will end
up with horrible headaches and leg cramps and possible hospitalization. Eat
tiny amounts. If you have a Kroger store in your area, they have a yogurt
product called Carbmaster. High in protein, low sugar, low calorie. Just
eat a few spoonfuls here and there. Just eat a tiny bit. You will find your
dumping number I did. Mine is 20. It takes time to learn what you can and
can't eat. Give it time, but again, drink drink drink!!! Good luck!!
— lesleigh07
May 11, 2011
om my where do i start, about a week afetr surgery i started what they said
was dumping, but tuesday i found out it was a ulcer,
dumping every once in a while is ok, the body is telling you it doesnt like
that,
but if it gets to everyday all day, get to the doc,
— dixienormous
May 11, 2011
when you were an infant learning to eat, you were given milk, and not even
cow's milk..but formula or breast milk. when you growing body demanded
more, you moved on to baby food. then small chunks in that baby food, then
finger food, etc. until you were able to eat normally. same principle
applies. you are like that little baby and the pain is telling you that you
are NOT ready for that kind of food. add liquid or better yet, go back to
what your doc orders. it does get better. i think everyone has had
moments where they try what they are told not to, just once, or at least do
it not on purpose and go...OUCH!! (i had to relearn how to drink!! i was
drinking to fast...wow! painful!) I do not regret having the surgery.
NOT.FOR.A.MINUTE. im down 200 pounds and still going. you just hang in
there. it can have its bumpy moments..but the ride will smooth out.
— lady_myst
May 11, 2011
I am 3 weeks post op. I had suger free jello and pudding, and suger free
popsicles are a wonder! When you move on the pureed and regular foods-
make sure you chew- chew chew! At least 30 times for each small bite. I
have gotten sick twice because I am learning what "full" is for
me now. It's an everyday battle- but hang in there! You will win!!! I am
down 25 pounds in 3 weeks! Good Luck!
— dagodoe
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