Nausea and vomiting may occur in the first months after bariatric surgery.
Causes of vomiting and nausea
- Anaesthesia, medications from the surgery
- Overeating
- Rapid eating
- Food intolerances
- Advancing diet stages too quickly
- Drinking and eating together
- Laying down too soon after a meal
How to prevent vomiting and nausea
- Stay hydrated
- Chew your food well until thin puree consistency
- Eat slowly sitting up straight
- Avoid foods high in fat, refined carbohydrates, sugar
- Do not drink while eating
- Control portion size
- Avoid laying down soon after your meal
- Contact your doctor if it persists