Liquids Post Op

[Barbee 1]

Banded June 28th... Monday. Very sore.

My doctor wants me to drink from these 1 oz. cups...like the kind you get with cough medicine... every 15 min.! How important is it to drink that much that often. I'm not thirsty or hungry at all.

Tonight I heard the first stomach sounds... is that good or bad?

[gwennybabe 0]

Sounds a bit weird but your doctor knows best, I was drinking normally after mine but only your surgeon knows what went down during your surgery, so its probably best to follow his guidelines for now. Or call him if your really concerned. As for the noises, I'd say they are normal! Haha so don't worry! My partner was getting quite annoyed at my constant "gurgle gurgle" but it'll go away so cheer up and enjoy the ride! Xoxo

[reverie 49]

It's definitely very important to drink it! Don't force yourself if you truly feel full, but drink as much as you can. They say the most popular complication with the surgery is dehydration.

Good luck!

[schwartz26 0]

My Dr. also gave me the little cups to drink out of every 15 minutes...I gave it up the third day when I realized I can drink normal. I became very dehydrated so it is very important you keep dinking!