I am 13 days post op, gastric sleeve. I had my first follow up with the surgeon yesterday. He says all is well. Except I have been so fatigued. He says it is because of fluid and calorie deficiency. I am on the pureed food stage as set by my dietician, yet all I want, and can consume, are the protein shakes. And I can only drink about three a day, at best. I am drinking one full one in the morning. After that, I can only take a sip or two occasionally. Thursday, I am able to start soft foods, but I feel I'm a long ways from doing that, especially if I try to stay hydrated. Does it get easier?
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honeysgirl
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I had RNY but it does get easier. I am about a month out and I sometimes find it hard to eat when I get all the fluids in.
I have noticed this week that I am able to get in more fluids than the past few weeks and it is easier to get the food down if you try to not drink for at least half an hour before and after meals.
I was so afraid of getting dehydrated but slowly but surely I am getting there and you will too.
Best of luck and keep us updated.
I have noticed this week that I am able to get in more fluids than the past few weeks and it is easier to get the food down if you try to not drink for at least half an hour before and after meals.
I was so afraid of getting dehydrated but slowly but surely I am getting there and you will too.
Best of luck and keep us updated.
I am 4 weeks post sleeve and I can tell you that I felt the exact same way until I got my calories up when I started soft foods. The first day or two on soft foods was hard as well and took some getting used to, but I can tell you it definitely gets easier, overall. I still have a hard time getting all the fluids they want me to get, but you learn to get enough in to feel better. Keep your chin up, and congratulations on completing surgery!
Coping Margo
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True I started puree stage II. But I woke up very fatigued myself. I even got my vitamins & calcium supplement down. Tou will have good days and bad days. Protein shakes are good you will get there.
Coping Margo
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Oh no today I forgot all my vitamins and pills
Brenda2010
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Hey Margo, were you able to take everything when you got home?
Coping Margo
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Yes I was able to sit down and get those necessary pills down. You are so kind for checking on me.
Brenda2010
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Great! That's what we're here for girlie.
Tauheedah S Hasan
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Yes!! Yes!! It does trust the process. Don't give up this to shall pass!!!!!