Coffee Sadness

[Mews 37]

I had some time to kill today between doctors' appointments so I decided to treat myself to some Starbucks coffee. I'm seven weeks out and haven't had coffee since surgery. Now pre-op I LOVED Starbucks. Today though I literally could not stomach it. I think I drank about 1/2 of a tall and that was over the period of about 90 minutes. My stomach just did not like it. Anybody else have issues with coffee post-op? I'm hoping this will pass as I love my coffee.

[AbacoRaveness 44]

I'm ok with coffee in general, BUT post-op I do better with Decaf. Also, I used to like my coffee strong with very little Creamer but now I have to cream the bejeezus out of it! Fortunately Kroger brand fat free, sugar free vanilla creamer works well.

[lsereno 2,525]

Yes, post op I have switched from my double espresso straight to a tall soy latte. And at first, coffee, even Decaf did not sit well. But by 7 weeks I could enjoy a decaf soy latte. I didn't go back to caffeine till I was three months out.

Lynda

[NancyJerry 139]

I'm one of those people that loved the coffee experience but didn't "require" coffee to be human. I gave it up the day I got approved for the surgery with no withdrawal issues. But I missed drinking it. I had my first taste of coffee about 4 weeks post op. My husband made it the same way I'd always drunk it, with a tsp of regular creamer and a dash of vanilla creamer. I couldn't stand it - it was soo very sweet. I didn't try it again until last week I got a small from Mc Donalds and where I would normally have put about 5 Creamers in it (there's is quite strong), I asked for 2 creamers and it tasted pretty good. That is the last time, so far. The moral of my story is my coffee experience has definitely changed for me.

[VJSlim 156]

I'm quite thankful that I LOVE my coffee even post-op. I was a chocolate addict but post-op I cant stomach chocolates. Now, I dont miss chocolate much, but I cant imagine a life without coffee!!

[elizabeth12677 6]

I use to drink a cup of black coffee every morning but since surgery I get sick at the smell. I have started to drink tea instead. I miss my coffee!

[melissarn25 30]

I have 1/2 cup of coffee daily and I'm 4 weeks out. Love my coffee : )

[lovemeforeverapril 1]

Can it be regular coffee not Decaf? I say if I can't drink regular why drink it at all

[Reet 18]

I am 4 weeks post surgery and can't drink coffee yet. I loved coffee prior to surgery, but post; not so much. It lays very heavy in my stomach and feels weird; kind of oily and bitter. I'm going to wait a few more weeks then try again.

[Vicki147 10]

Decaf is the answer forsure!

[melissarn25 30]

Regular coffee. I have defiantly decreased the amount but I need it to function. My Dr is ok with it.

[VJSlim 156]

Can it be regular coffee not Decaf? I say if I can't drink regular why drink it at all

I drink regular coffee only. Twice a day. Less than 100ml each time. :wub:

[Wheetsin 714]

Never was a coffee drinker, but I enjoyed the smell. Now the smell really bothers me. I actually gagged on the once wonderful smell of a roasterie not far from where I work two weeks ago.

I used to love tea. Now all I want is ice Water. Even in lieu of foods, and I'm not dehydrated. I actually crave Water. I guess I shouldn't complain, but sheesh...

[Dooter 1,457]

I don't know how ANYone stomachs Starbucks! Hahaha... I looooove coffee and am currently enjoying a cup or two a day. At first I would have a few sips then half a cup now just normal. Be sure to keep up on reflux meds if prescribed!

[kayte819 95]

I have to drink my coffee or I will kill my 4 wild children who begin every morning arguing & spazzing out!! I drink a large iced coffee from dunkin donuts every single morning...with cream, sweet & low & sf hazelnut. It is hands down my favorite thing I put in my mouth all day! My Dr is ok w/ it & so is my sleeve. Maybe it will never agree w/ you or maybe you just need a wee bit more time. Tmi alert - best side effect- keeps me totally regular