SandyinFL

Everyone else seems to be mentioning this post-surgical test, so now I'm worried because I didn't have one. Surgery was Aug 17. Released today. Clear fluids are okay. Sipped some protein shake tonight. All seems well, except I have a hard time getting gulps of water down comfortably. (Have always been a big water drinker, so may just need to make my gulps more dainty.) Am I just being overly anxious? Or do most doctors do the leak/swallow test?

I agree. It really is a full-time job. (It's one of the very few benefits of being unemployed at the moment.) I am about to open my stash of Crystal Light. Thank you for the reminder! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's funny that I need water the most, absolutely love it, and yet am having difficulty with it. I am, indeed, sipping verrryyyy slowly and that seems to help, as does room temperature water. Glad to know I can look forward to one ounce at a time! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks, all, for the responses. So very helpful. I know it's early days, and I tend to worry everything to death. I really appreciate the advice. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

After years of back misery caused by "regular" bike, I invested in a three-wheel recumbent several years ago. I ride trails and streets, mostly trails because my lower height makes me less visible on streets. I just moved to FL from Indiana and really miss Indy's Monon Trail. I love biking, too! Hope you can back on the road soon. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Had my sleeve surgery yesterday. Am not able to eat or drink at all yet. Had a few teaspoons of chicken broth a couple of times, but it gave me horrible acid reflux and stomach pain. My stomach just isn't ready to handle anything. Even a few sips of Water gives me heartburn. Water! ) Am looking forward to healing and getting out on my bike. Want to get this party started! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App