POSTED UNDER Gastric Sleeve Surgery Reviews
3 Months Pre Surgery #ImApproved. - Dayton, OH
UPDATED FROM sleevedup23
15 days post
Two weeks post op #sleeved
Hello Realselfers!! I'm 2 weeks Post op and I can't complain too much... Beside eating everything is fine.. No pain from my incision.. Only a Lil nauseous still and maybe some cramps. Otherwise I'm fine, but eating is a challenge I'm doing horrible with protein and fluids only getting maybe 30 gr of protien and maybe 20 or 30 oz of fluids.. I get super full... I tried tuna it's staying down I can only get like a spoon full down Tho... I love Popsicles and apple sauce, I'm now a big fan of Greek yogurt. And I'm loving the Poweraid zero... Other ways I'm trying to get my protein is chewy protein bars. I'm currently 21 pounds down I know right not alot and no where near goal but it's a start and I'm excited my wife says she can see it?.. I can't but hey, tomorrow I go see the surgery for my first appointment post op I'm hoping for great all good things, I want to try protein chips has any of you guys?? Oh yeah I start my work out tomorrow with the doctor's approval I'm super excited!!! So here's some stats
BW:236
HW:229
CW:216.4
GW:165
I'll keep you guys posted I hope everyone new to the sleeve life is adjusting well and everyone waiting congrats don't give up! It's so rewarding!! #healthyLifestyle
BW:236
HW:229
CW:216.4
GW:165
I'll keep you guys posted I hope everyone new to the sleeve life is adjusting well and everyone waiting congrats don't give up! It's so rewarding!! #healthyLifestyle
Replies (4)
August 25, 2016
You shouldn't be so hard on yourself. You said you're 2 weeasy out & down 21 LBS. When is last time you were able to say that?! You're doing great. Listen to your doctor, keep your chin up, and keep pushing forward! Good luck!

August 25, 2016
You're so right.. Honestly I don't even know!! I guess I'm just do ready to truly be fit and healthy again.. But I must be patient! Thank you for your kind words!
November 13, 2016
It really takes time...I am 4 mos post op and down 61 lbs...stay on track and this does work
August 26, 2016
Too soon for protein bars. I certainly agree with comment below - thickened fluids only than puréed food in blender for weeks 3 & 4. That's what
I was advised
I was advised

August 26, 2016
Went to doctor yesterday they informed me as well, thank to guys so much, I've been put on a soft diet (anything I can mash with a fork) so no more bars for me!
November 13, 2016
Congrats!!! You will be successful...try drinking the protein shakes like isopure or premier protein. Stay away from things that are hard to digest. That will help the nausea
UPDATED FROM sleevedup23
3 days post
Eating
Hey guys I'm 3 days post.. And I'm slowly sucking on Popsicle and mini bits of mashed potatoes ...the pain comes and goes which suck!! Thankfully the nausea is finally controlled better.. I did some walking yesterday, I tried to the whole mall but that didn't work out so well. So my wife has to get me a wheelchair.. Plus everyone was looking at me funny from how I was holding my stomach, which didn't bother me to much.. Cause some people really nice. Other than that I can't sleep on my side or stomach yet! Which is horrible on my back.. I hate getting up and down from the couch or toilet because it hurt sooooo much.. I have lots of support though but I have a problem asking.. I'm kinda do it all girl but I'm noticing right now isn't the time.. I haven't weighed my self yet I figured I give my surgeon the pleasure of telling me than I'll began to weigh my self. Even with all the complations I'm still proud and happy about my surgery being sleeved is the best.
Replies (2)
August 25, 2016
Congratulations and glad your staying postitive. Each day will get better.

August 26, 2016
After surgery I was told two weeks on Consommé or clear fluids. Today is day 7 and I have another 7 days of clear fluid. I'm 80kg (60yrs) feeling great. BUT desperately want to eat something.
UPDATED FROM sleevedup23
1 day post
Sleeved
I'm officially sleeved guys!! It hurt like hell! I mean the nausea is certainly out weighing the pain ....i arrived to the hospital at 7am sharp I went right back And started pre op followed by seeing the surgeon and the hospitalist and anesthesiologist. Finally I got undressed I was able to see my spouse for about 15 mins than I was pushed back... They said hello and by the time I could say hi back I was out... I came out maybe a hour later to recovery where I felt HORRIBLE them gas pains.. The nausea oh lord... Finally after i was woke for a bit they took me to my room and everyone was so nice. They got me set up and brung the family up... I was so drugged I really didn't see much. My first time going to the bathroom was horrible I felt like my stomach was splitting... Everything I took.. Came up from meds.. To water... After a while it stopped.... I was released the next day... And before I left I did some walking finally made it home... Now I'm just relaxing trying to stay ahead of the pain.
Replies (1)
August 25, 2016
How are you doing now with your recovery? I just received my orientation appointment today and so excited. Finally taking care of me. I am also ordering the book "The Sleeved Life" and reading as many post as i can on realself. Congratulations on your new life.

August 25, 2016
Thank you so much! And getting a the book I'm sure will be s great help, I love realself it's really a great support system. In regards to my recovery I'm two weeks out and so far so good, still dealing with nausea but I'm so happy with my decision. Congratulations to you and be healthy every one deserves a chance too take care of self.... If I had any advice I'd just say STAY HYDRATED it's so important everything else will come good luck and congrats again
You can buy some unflavored protein powder and mix it into anything (applesauce, Powerade Zero, Crystal Lite, soups, etc). That will boost your intake easily. You can freeze protein shakes for an ice cream consistency for something different. Just keep sipping that water, you will slowly get to your goal. Don't expect it to happen over night.
Hope your appt goes well.