I was, as well, on clear liquids as well as clear protein for nearly 2 weeks. I guess every MD/surgeon is different. If you have a nutritionist, you should consult them with your issues. Gurgling is definitely common, and be sure to sip little swallows at a time. Not surprised you aren't hungry. Rest, try to relax and keep sipping... and call your nutritionist/MD if you get worried. :drinker:

I had the sleeve, but your symptoms mirror mine. It's hard for the first 3-4 weeks. It took me probably 2 weeks before I was actually meeting my protein requirement (70g). Keep working towards that protein goal. Get fluids and make sure you don't get dehydrated. I found I needed to wake up to drink in the middle of the night at first as I wasn't getting enough fluid to keep my blood pressure up, (and high BP was one of my co-morbidities I had the surgery to help control! Move as much as possible. I was taking short walks around the block the week I got home. It gets much easier when the swelling has a chance to go down. Also, you might try a water mix or water based protein supplement as, at least for me, they went down easier post-op. Not as thick\rich. I use Syntrax Nectar Iced Tea and Lemonade, (Vitamin shoppe or online). Isopure also makes a clear one sold in glass bottles, (GNC) but I'm not as fond of the taste of the Isopure as I am the Nectar products.

I didn't bother taking any vitamins until the mushy phase, so two week post surgery for me. My medical team explained that two weeks without vitamins will not hurt long term. It takes months to create a deficiency. So I skipped liquid vitamins and went straight to chewables.

As for gurgling, yeah, it happens. Honestly, you'll probably gurgle for the rest of your life. Mine still makes lots of noise after eating and drinking, and I'm 19 months post surgery. It's expected and normal.

As for protein and water, yes, it's hard to get it all down to start with. Your pouch is very swollen, and only about the size of your thumb from tip to first joint. Constantly sip, sip, sip. I venture to say the water is more important than the protein to start. If you don't get enough water, you end up in the hospital with a IV due to dehydration. The protein is important. Just remember to constantly sip. After the first few weeks you'll get more space in your pouch as the swelling goes down. You will not feel hungry, you will not feel like eating. I ate on a schedule for the first 7 months as I never felt hungry.

As for walking, do whatever you feel up to. Your job right now is to get stronger. Walking will help, but know your limits. Don't specify a specific amount of time to walk each day. Just go with it until you are tired. I probably only when for a walk twice a day during those first two weeks. To start with, it was only about 4 blocks in our neighborhood.