How soon?
Hey all, just curious when did you all move to the next stage in your diet? I'll be 7 days out tomorrow and feel like ive been doing pretty well but need a lil more substance. Is that normal? I was just curious if I can have thicker typed protein shakes, then why not a thicker/creamier typed soup? I plan on speaking to Dr, just wanted some over all opinions on how long you were in the clear liquid stage after surgery? Thanks in advance!
Why choose to fail, when success is a option?
Different surgeons, different techniques, different plans....
I was on clear liquids for 24 hours. Full liquids (protein shake, greek yogurt no chunks, cream soup) for the next 2 weeks.
Surgeon: Chengelis Surgery on 12/19/2011 A little less carb eating compared to my weight loss phase loose sleever here!
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This was my guideline, but, chicken broth was my best friend for awhile! :)
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Approximate Schedule |
Stage |
General Description |
Length Of Time |
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Starts after surgery & after gastrograffin swallow – continue with IV fluids |
1 |
Water (1 oz per hour) sipped |
One day or less |
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Completed in the Hospital |
2 |
Clear Fluids - low sugar, decaffeinated, non-carbonated Sip slowly & progress to 2-4 oz per hour (Clear soup broth, juice, "Boost juice", jello) |
One day or less |
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Getting ready for discharge, you will be introduced to Stage 3 and evaluated for tolerance. |
3 |
Full Fluids - low sugar, high protein Drink slowly & progress to 4-8 oz per hour (Carnation Instant Breakfast, Boost, Ensure, milk, strained creamed soup, smooth yogurt) |
4 weeks |
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Home - start 4 weeks after surgery |
4 |
Slowly introduce soft or lean mashed/ground (scrambled egg, soft cooked vegetables, soft cooked fish) No bread, rice, pasta or raw vegetables yet |
4 weeks |
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Home - start 8 weeks after surgery |
5 |
"Normal" (lean meat, fish, & poultry, fresh fruit & veggies, whole grains & legumes, healthy fat, and low fat dairy). Continue with protein powder as needed to meet 60 - 80g protein daily |
Lifetime |
Leaky sleeve survivor!!! 2008/2009 ~ 5'7"~ 42F Bougie 
Hmm, this does vary between patients! I was told to stay on a clear liquid diet until my first follow up which is the 24th. Of course im very grateful for my new tummy, but Iam feelin likeI could eat the wallpaper! 10 days is along time on clear liquids.
Why choose to fail, when success is a option?
LMAO! I feel the same way. I have had tears over not eating and thought to myself that I could eat and cheat! I haven't I have my first follow up tomorrow. I was on clear liquids in the hospital and then they started me on full liquids and my protein shake before I left. My schedule is 2 weeks on full liquids, then 2 weeks on pureed, then 2 weeks on soft foots and then I transition to a regular diet.
VSG on July 10th, 2014
