Having a lot of trouble eating anything

Hi,

I'm 8 weeks out from surgery but spent the first 4 in the hospital with major complications.  I know I should be eating a lot more than I am but I can't find many things to eat that don't make me gag.  I can do soup broths and yogurt but most protein shakes taste horrible as do eggs, chicken, tuna, etc.  I know I'm not getting anywhere near the nutrition I need.  Anyone else going/gone through this and do you have any ideas?

My gag reflex is extremely close to the middle of my tongue.  Is that normal?  Any thoughts?

Thanks so much!!!

Lynne

To this day, there are very few protein shakes that I don't hate. So that's probably common enough. And our tastes change quite a bit immediately post-op!

If you're concerned about nutrition, call your surgeon's office; they can advise you on the best course of action, and any other testing/appointments you may need.

Hi I was wondering if you could tel me what your complications were ?im looking into revision from band to rny and just want to hear about anything that may occur from someone who's had it and not a piece of paper to inform me of complications 

I had the surgery in Mexico.  I guess they had me out a really long time to take out the old lap band.  I ended up with septicemia, pneumonia, failed kidneys and had to have a blood transfusion.  I was unconscious for all of it.  They sent me by ambulance to the border but the american ambulance that was supposed to meet me didn't arrive.  The Mexican ambulance ended up taking me to Chula Vista and I was in ICU there for several more days before I woke up.  I think this could have happened anywhere but I'm really sorry I did it.  Nothing has turned out like I hoped.  I guess what bothers me the most is the Dr. who did the surgery, no one in his organization has tried to contact me, they don't know if I lived or died and don't seem to care.

Oh my goodness ! That is terrible ! I can't believe you have gone through all of this. I hoe I don't offend you by saying that I will pray for you right now that your struggles are behind you ! 

No, not at all, I appreciate all the prayers I can get.  I consider waking up at all to be a minor miracle and am so grateful.  I just wish I knew where to turn for help at this point.  Think carefully before going to Mexico, there is no one to follow up with if you have issues.

My dear you have been through so much! I'll be praying for you too and that the worst is behind you now. 

Dear Lord! I'm glad you're here to tell us about it! Once you are feeling better, please sit down and write this out and email or somehow send the info to that surgeon. The lack of caring part is the part that bothers me most I guess....

Why did you go outside of the US?  Never never trust leaving the US.

What about non Americans?  There are many great places for Healthcare outside of the US ...   Mexico is one of them. You just have to do your research