Question:
Morning sickness and having a scope redone

I had surgery on July 14th and have had one meal of mashed potatoes and pudding. I woke up the next day and felt like something was stuck. Its been a week and I go tomorrow to get have a scope done and possible stretching. But my big question is I feel pukey (can't spell) all the time I don't know if its because I haven't had real food in 4 weeks just liquids or if it's b/c the surgery alone. My biggest fear was getting something stuck and now I am sooo afraid to eat real food again. I know this is like 4 or 5 questions. but I need HELP!!!    — IamMrsMcDole (posted on July 29, 2008)

July 29, 2008
I wouldn't have had mashed potatoes for my first meal, they are like glue. Cottage cheese w/applesauce or any blenerized fruit with no skin. maybe a little tuna with bit of light mayo. Think Protein first!! And there are possibilities that the opening is too small. Good Luck and God Bless. Hope this helps. Sue
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July 29, 2008
Maybe you have a stricture? I hope you get answers soon and I'm so sorry you feel so bad!
   — GlitterGal

July 29, 2008
Hi Jessica, I had my surgery on July 16th. Thank God that I have not experienced one sick moment yet....lot of gas though. I have not even graduated to mashed potatoes. Try to stick to the food guidelines. You and I are both basically still at the 2 week mark since the surgery. Those areas inside are still very sensitive. My 3 daily meals consist of a variety/any of the following of sugar free pudding, low fat cream of chicken soup, sugar free popsicles, natural apple sauce, jello and EAS protein drinks. I measure the soup and only take 3-4 oz as directed. I get full, but not to the point where I am overstuffed. I hope that this helps and also when you go to the doctor, they will be able to help you.
   — scurryalong32

July 30, 2008
In Jessica's defense, mashed potatoes (with no fat) ARE on the list of foods from my surgeon, too, for the first 2 weeks out from surgery. My surgery was July 17, and I've had mashed potatoes about 1.5 oz each time, twice. She seems to be following her diet; must be something else. Blessings to you Jessica ... hope your scope finds your problem and you'll be fine soon!!
   — Susan L.