Really interested in your post-op diets...

[Rebirth]

Thanks Dell. Don't get me wrong I do not regret my bypass one single bit. I also think 'cos I was so 'well' immediately after my op, I thought I was wonder-woman & did a bit too much. I'm suffering a bit now as I am so tired & today I feel bit light headed.
Its also knocked me for 6 what has happened to Charis.

Sorry for being so miserable, I can assure you that I am never ever normally like this.

J-Mo don't worry and please don't apologise. We all have bad days. I'm sure mine will hit me soon as all has been well so far. That's why we have this wonderful support network.

I haven't had time to catch up on the posts. What has happened to Charis?

Sending you lots of love and hugs.

Rebirth xx

 

[slimmerkay]

J-Mo don't apologise. I've had more bad days than my share to be honest. I sometimes get annoyed with myself because I wanted this surgery so badly for so long and now I complain about it's effects. I miss "normal" food so much and I'm so tired all the time.

Anyway, I found this on Wikipedia just now and it makes a lot of sense:

Gastric bypass surgery has an emotional, as well as a physiological, impact on the individual. Many who have undergone the surgery suffer from depression in the following months.[10] This is a result of a change in the role food plays in their emotional well-being. Strict limitations on the diet can place great emotional strain on the patient. Energy levels in the period following the surgery will be low. This is due again to the restriction of food intake, but the negative change in emotional state will also have an impact here.[11] It may take as long as three months for emotional levels to rebound. Muscular weakness in the months following surgery is common. This is caused by a number of factors, including a restriction on protein intake, a resulting loss in muscle mass and decline in energy levels. The weakness may result in balance problems, difficulty climbing stairs or lifting heavy objects, and increased fatigue following simple physical tasks. Many of these issues will pass over time as food intake gradually increases. However, the first months following the surgery can be very difficult, an issue not often mentioned by physicians suggesting the surgery. The benefits and risks of this surgery are well established; however, the psychological effects are not well understood, and potential patients should ensure a strong support system before agreeing to the procedure.

 

[dottychic]

Well I think I drew the short straw lol. Im on 3 weeks liquids, 3 weeks puree and 3 weeks thicker foods.
Ive only been home a couple of days but Ive been having lots of milky coffee, NAS orange and Vimto. Soup, strained of bits! I got some Marvel on the advice of my dietician to add to milk and make it have more protein so Ive been doing that too. I had a little bit of Lime Jelly with Mullerlite Vanilla yoghurt. Quite nice as it seemed a bit more substantial but could only have a little bit.
J-mo, we all know your no misery guts You have no need to apologise, like Karens post says its a very emotional time. I havnt posted much the last few days as I didnt want to come on and moan lol, but Ive been pretty emotional too. Not unexpected, but still comes as a bit of a shock!
We will come through this together No regrets x

 

[Bev]

Awww.... you have all been through such a lot... an awful week before for you Jacqui... and took such a lot of energy before you went back for the second round.

I just hope that no one is overdoing things, because of that mass of healing going on and the tiredness that comes from surgery and anasthetic etc etc...

Sending a loving hug to each and everyone and hoping you get to rest and relax for as long as it takes you...

Happy healing to everyone and love you all xxx