I think I'm doing too good to be true - no problem with frequent sipping

[kristina 0]

So my doctors kept telling me an ounce every 15 minutes for the few week after surgery. I had my surgery Monday, I am home and feel completely fine and I haven't had a problem with sipping for two days. I still take much smaller sips than I did before, but it's nothing for me to finish my 8 oz Protein shake in 20-25 mins flat with small, frequent sips. I have no tightness at all, and when I so I stop taking sips for a few mins and keep taking small sips.

One the one hand it seems really good that it's easy and I'm not struggling to stay hydrated like others, but watery pudding and hot Cereal and jellos and other liquids are yet to be a problem, so I guess I'm just worried that I can't feel the damage I'm doing because of nerve damage and I'm going to give myself a leak. I try to take my sips less frequently but I keep thinking if it doesn't hurt why not finish a Protein meal in 20-30 mins then why not....soups and hot cereal are better hot than cold. I just feel I'm doing too well. Is it possible that I can just chalk it up to youth and being 25 with no other help problems than being obese, or am I cruising for a rupture and staple leak?? Help?!?!

[McKee 0]

I am only 2 days out and I was actually wondering the same thing. I have had no pain or problem getting my fluids down hot or cold. So I'm just sipping through out the day on the fluids not counting the 30cc every 15-20 mins I really thing that is geared toward someone that maybe having trouble...good luck!

[meggiep 57]

Don't worry about it- thinned liquids always go down pretty well post surgery. Liquids and thinned liquids pass right through the stomach. When you start more solid foods you will feel restriction- for sure due to the pyloric valve closing. Enjoy the fact that fluids are not difficult for you- your swelling probably went down quickly. Getting all your fluids is always a major issue so consider yourself lucky!

[coops 1,790]

I was the same early out... liquids were not a problem for me in anyway! I am still able to 'gulp' drinks now and have been doing so for a long time - I am 11 1/2mths out BTW- I considered it a good thing and still do because at this stage, I sometimes forget to slow down! Eating, on the other hand is a different matter. You will feel your sleeve in full force when you progress through your programme.

Don't worry and enjoy the sipping!! =]

[dargar27 2]

I'm in a similar boat. I had my surgery on June 6th, and by yesterday June 10th, I was able to drink down an entire Protein Drink within the hour. I also am not having any trouble drinking, although flavored waters go down easier than plain Water right now.

I did have some issues with lactose intolerance, but tried some mashed potatoes and gravy....ohmygosh, it was like a feast.....all two table spoons full...lol

I've heard from so many people who've had a lot of issues that I was beginining to think it was abnormal to not have any so far. Thanks for your post!

Darlene

So my doctors kept telling me an ounce every 15 minutes for the few week after surgery. I had my surgery Monday, I am home and feel completely fine and I haven't had a problem with sipping for two days. I still take much smaller sips than I did before, but it's nothing for me to finish my 8 oz Protein shake in 20-25 mins flat with small, frequent sips. I have no tightness at all, and when I so I stop taking sips for a few mins and keep taking small sips.

One the one hand it seems really good that it's easy and I'm not struggling to stay hydrated like others, but watery pudding and hot cereal and jellos and other liquids are yet to be a problem, so I guess I'm just worried that I can't feel the damage I'm doing because of nerve damage and I'm going to give myself a leak. I try to take my sips less frequently but I keep thinking if it doesn't hurt why not finish a Protein meal in 20-30 mins then why not....soups and hot cereal are better hot than cold. I just feel I'm doing too well. Is it possible that I can just chalk it up to youth and being 25 with no other help problems than being obese, or am I cruising for a rupture and staple leak?? Help?!?!

[Meandmylittledog 0]

I too was sleeved on June 7th and started today on my Protein Shakes. I was able to drink my 8oz shake in probably 30 min without issue. After about 30 min I started drinking some flavored water (reg Water is hard for me too for some reason) and was only able to down maybe 8-12 oz before I had to have "lunch shake" about 5 hrs later. I feel no hunger and absolutely no desire to eat or drink. Before today I was drinking out of my 2oz cups but today I just measured and put it in my glass. I take a drink and go. So far so good. I know my doctor said to just down the 2oz (like a shot) so that you could feel the fullness (in your chest) and then you'd feel when it emptied. Sometimes I can feel that other times I don't. I think I'm just extremely blessed to be able to hydrate myself. Now I just have to work on getting more water in as well. Best of Luck to the rest of you June Sleevers!!!

[mjs6172 2]

I seem to be progressing the same way. Protein shakes and puddings/soups are going down just fine....I struggle most with the Water. I just keep plugging away!

I too was sleeved on June 7th and started today on my Protein Shakes. I was able to drink my 8oz shake in probably 30 min without issue. After about 30 min I started drinking some flavored water (reg Water is hard for me too for some reason) and was only able to down maybe 8-12 oz before I had to have "lunch shake" about 5 hrs later. I feel no hunger and absolutely no desire to eat or drink. Before today I was drinking out of my 2oz cups but today I just measured and put it in my glass. I take a drink and go. So far so good. I know my doctor said to just down the 2oz (like a shot) so that you could feel the fullness (in your chest) and then you'd feel when it emptied. Sometimes I can feel that other times I don't. I think I'm just extremely blessed to be able to hydrate myself. Now I just have to work on getting more water in as well. Best of Luck to the rest of you June Sleevers!!!

[Amanda131 214]

I was right there with you! I had no trouble getting in my fluids and I'm even now able to eat more solid food than many sleevers (about a cup) on a normal basis. I was so concerned about this that I even asked by doctor about the bougie size used (34) at my 3 month appointment. He mentioned that I have a long torso and I am tall which makes for a longer stomach therefore I am able to eat slightly more. In the grand scheme of things that made total sense to me.

At first, I was totally bothered by being able to eat and drink more but as the weight continues to fall off, I get more okay with it.

Amanda

[mking82 0]

That's great, Amanda! I hope it's the same with me!