Question:
Am I losing too fast?
I never thought this would be a concern of mine, but I am getting a little worried. I began at 321 pounds and after just over 5 weeks post-op, I am down 56 pounds. I admit, I'm not eating like I should be. I have been having this annoying problem where it feels like there is a "bubble" between my breasts and after a while (like an hour or so), I throw up whatever I ate, on purpose because I can't stand the discomfort anymore. The food isn't stuck, I know what that feels like. When I questioned my surgeon about it, he said its normal. I was wondering if maybe I was getting air bubbles in there. At this point, I hate eating and I am sure I'm not eating enough. Daily, I try to get in 4 or 5 bites of yogurt, a couple of cubes of cheddar or mozzerella cheese, half of a piece of sandwhich-size ham or turkey, and a few bites of fresh apple or applesauce. I am supposed to still be on pureed, but I just can't do that. I do chew til there is virtually nothing left in my mouth though. I definitely get in enough water (and then some) and I do take my vitamins. I saw my surgeon a week ago today and I had lost 46 pounds then. Now a loss of 10 pounds since then? Does it sound like a lose of 56 pounds is too much at this point or am I on track? HELP! — karmiausnic (posted on October 28, 2002)
October 28, 2002
Hi Karen - I had the same concerns as you when I had mine done. I lost 25
pounds the first week and a total of 51 pounds in the first 4 weeks. I'm
at my 6 month anniversary in 2 days and I'm down about 130 pounds and am
feeling great. As long as you are doing what your doctor told you to and
are feeling OK just enjoy the ride! Congrats on your loss!! - Mike
— Michael N.
October 28, 2002
Karen,
You are 5 weeks out
and your starting BMI was high
so yes you are going to lose faster
also I have some concerns on what your eating
I think this is the problem
Meats should not be eaten before 8 weeks
only meat to be eaten should be
very lean ground beef..
soft chicken
deli ham or turkey
if that
and as for the Apple the word here is
NO>>>>>>>>>>>>
this is too rough on your tummy
and it will stick
yes your suppose to be on softs
that my friend is why your throwing up
go back to soft
give your tummy a chance
cottage cheese
tuna
fish
potatoes
soups
nothing fried
toast w/ peanut butter
french toast
oat meal
cream of wheat
canned peaches
use your head
You are going to get really sick
and something is going to get stuck
be very afraid
you knew the rules going in
No shakes
no soft calories( ice cream)
Proteins
do the Proteins
do the Water
do the vits
follow the rules
good luck
Kathy
— Kathleen M.
October 28, 2002
Original poster here- Kathy, my surgeon tells us that we can eat meats (as
long as they are pureed or chewed extremely well) as soon as we leave the
hospital. I would love to try french toast, but I fear it will be too
doughie and sit in my pouch like a rock. Not to mention that I am supposed
to stay away from the carbs for a while. I don't have a problem with the
apples, but I have with bananas. Now this evening, I even get discomfort
from water. I haven't had this problem until today. Its that bubble type
feeling. Ugh! I hate this! Thanks for the responses!!
— karmiausnic
October 28, 2002
The "bubble-like" feeling you describe does sound like it could
be gas. Are you eating slowly? Are you drinking water through a straw?
My surgeon advised against straws as it can produce gas. He also insisted
that meals take at least 30 minutes to finish (for the first year at
least).
Your weight loss sounds great but you need to be sure to get your protein
in, if not through food then through protein drinks or bars.
— LLinderman
October 28, 2002
We started out at about the same weight. Personally it does seem alittle to
fast.
— Danmark
October 28, 2002
I started out at 346 and lost 30 pounds the first 12 days; at 10 weeks I
had lost 66. So you are losing a little faster than I was but by 5 weeks, I
was eating grilled meat and not having any problems.
— Patty_Butler
October 29, 2002
Congrat's on your weight loss.. As for the bubble feeling between your
breasts, I get the same thing & was wondering what it was too. I do not
drink with a straw & I am 2 weeks post op.. If you find out what is is
let me knwo.. I also get a pain under my left breast... Oh well... Anne
— Anne T.
October 29, 2002
Karen--you are doing great!!! You will lose very quickly at first and
being only 5 weeks out you wont be able to eat a whole lot. I was only
getting 500-700 calories for the first couple of months but I tried to get
the protein in first and the water second. As for that feeling and having
to throw up--I struggled with throwing up quite a bit between my 2nd and
4th month and I felt that was due to eating too fast. The food just
"sat" there and I knew if I threw it up I would stop feeling so
horrible which was true so I slowed down, chewed even more and have been ok
since. Hope this helps! God Bless. :o)
— Bambi C.
October 29, 2002
Sharon,
I am 15 weeks out and down 80lbs...I too have a hard time getting in what I
am supposed to..it seems like some days I have a better appetite than
others...I wasn't on pureed foods at your stage, my Dr. had me on a soft
food diet..i.e., chicken, tuna, etc. I had a total loss of appetite at the
beginning as well, but as I just said, I still battle that daily...you will
adjust, I do worry myself about getting in enough vitamins, protein with
food, but I try my best..that's all you can do. I wish you the best of
luck!
— Trish R.
October 29, 2002
Congrats on your loss! I am going on my 7th week and I have lost 61 lbs. I
am not getting in the protein I am supposed to either. I have a hard time
eating at all some days. And when I do I don't feel well sometimes. My
understanding is this is pretty normal(your doc said so hisself) I'm
worried about losing my hair personally!! Hang in there lady!!
— DeeDee B.
October 29, 2002
Karen,You might try GasX or something like that. I have to take it 2 times
a day to help with the feeling of air in my stomach. It won't hurt you if
that's not the problem either.
— Linda G.
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