Question:
I am 4 weeks post-op and all of the sudden I have no appetite...Is this normal and

what should I do about it. I barely ate a protein shake today....right after surgery I still had my appetite. Im wondering if my brain is finally catching up to my new stomach...(lol) Any solutions...? Please let me know...thanks    — Melissa S. (posted on September 13, 2001)

September 13, 2001
I can totally sympathize with you. I find it really hard to eat or drink enough. I had an assignment for a class I'm taking where I have to do a food diary for 3 days. I was shocked. I averaged 650 calories, 35-40g protein and I was really lucky if I got 48 ounces of liquids in. I don't know what to say but, I try by filling a 24 oz glass, take a 20 oz bottle to class and I work on drinking them until they are gone. I have to admit that most days I don't succeed. We just need to keep trying. I know we aren't supposed to graze but that is the only way I can get any amount of food in. Like I said it's only about 600 calories. You could set aside a days worth of protein and graze on it all day until it is gone. Just keep track of what you are eating. If you set your food aside for the day you won't have to measure or count calories. Good luck. I hope it is easier for both of us to get our food and drink in.
   — Carla C.

September 13, 2001
You may find, as I did that after several months you will start to be able to eat more. Then there are days when you can't eat as much. I have heard this many times. Don't despair, we are said to be able to live on our reserves for the appropriate length of time until our capacity somewhat increases....good luck!
   — Meryl F.

September 13, 2001
We were told in WLS class that it is common to lose your appetite in the first few months postop, but that it will return. If you have nausea, I have some good remedies for that, plus other useful into you can see/print out at http://www.lkdobson.homestead.com Good luck to you !!!
   — Lisa D.