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I understand that they do not want you drinking from a straw because of extra air that can be taken in and could possibly stretch the pouch...

I have been on liquids..well....like forever.....and I am thinking that a straw is just an efficient way to take in Protein Shakes and smoothies...and even Soups.< /p>

Is this a forever thing? Forever stay away from straws?

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I was never told to stay away from straws

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I was told straws create air. My doctor doesn't want me using them

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It's crazy the difference of opinions on lots of these issues. I guess I am just "cranky" about the straw thing. All these liquids I am drinking and a straw just seems more efficient. Blech~ :(

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I was told no straws too, but only for the first few months post op...

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My doctor's office says no straws as well, but it seems like it wouldn't really hurt you if you did. I used oned before by accident and the extra air intake didn't feel good, but maybe I'm more sensitive to gas. The rule of thumb is to listen to your dr, but you could always try it once and see how it goes.

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My dr. encourages straws so that you drink slower and don't gulp. I have been using straws since my surgery 3 weeks ago and have not had a problem. However, I do agree that it is best to follow your doctors orders.

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My doc made no comment about straws one way or the other.

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This is another example of why I wish all doctors would adopt the same Lap Band dietary guidelines and rules. It's so confusing when they all say different things!

I was never told I couldn't use straws and still do pretty regularly.

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My doctor didn't comment on this but from experience I know personally I suck down air when using a straw. Before surgery I found when using a straw it would cause me heartburn especially the larger diameter ones. I haven't tried it post surgery. Just don't want to chance any heartburn.

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Very different. My doc says no straws ever.

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I was told never to use straws again. If you like the straws see how it works for you and then decide.

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I was never told to not use straws either!

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