symptoms of a leak?

[Guest guest]

Hey all,curious on what type of symptoms may show if you develop a leak. I was

sleeved on 8/19 and passed leak test at that time. I just finished the 1st

phase of clear liquid. I had a hard time getting all of my protein and liquids

required but the last 3 days I have managed to do pretty well. Other than

typical pain associated with healing and an abcess on my navel stitches I have

done fine. Last night I tried a different protein shake. I woke up at about

5am with some heartburn but I didn't get up right away to take my nexium because

it I take it too early I will wake up with heartburn. By 6:30am it was bad so I

got up and took it. Since then I have been totally wiped out, I have pain in my

lower left abdominal area, right under my pelvic bone, almost in my hip. It's

hard to get liquids down but I am managing.

This all hit so fast this morning it scared me. I have done mega research all

day and found most symptoms of leaks include upper abdominal pain, nausia,fever

- all of which I don't have- but I am still kinda spooked.

Anyone else have left side lower addominal pain? I am hoping that it's just the

new protein drink is not agreeing with me.

[Guest guest]

Ok, update on symptoms.  It must have been the protien drink cuz no more issues since that episode.  I used a medifast shake I had from pre op and I didn't realize I grabbed one with an appetite supressant in it.  I believe it has caffeen in it.  Up side is that little experience removed all craving I thought I was having for a cup of coffee lol!   Dr. A's voice is echoing in my head...follow the rules!

Just to be on the safe side I have my pcp followup today.  Happy to report I am down 16 lb since  surgery 2 weeks ago.  Yea!