Sipping liquids

[Thatguy 53]

So i been instructed to sip about 4 ounces an hr i just kinda wondering when do u eventually get to drink more at one time sipping all the time is gonna drive me crazy but i manage to get all my Protein in. I think im try ice cubes protien shakes any 1 got any recommendations and i almost chug gatorade silly me lol

[lsereno 2,525]

Probably you can drink faster as soon as you are able. For many, the most they can handle is an ounce very 15 minutes at first.

Lynda

[Sumsuz68 53]

I was able to start drinking bigger sips and more ounces about 1 week after surgery. From there it just got more and more. I am 3 1/2 months post op now and can chug it if I want to, but I only do a few gulps at a time to make sure I don't stretch my sleeve. . Hope this helps.

[prayergirl 55]

Lol! I so understand how you feel! I'm a chugger, too! I'm only a week post-op and can already tell the difference. I can take in more, now. But I'm still really nervous about doing too much, so I don't over do it. I mean it takes me 30 min. to eat 1/4 cup of cream of wheat! That was normally 2 bites. As far as liquids, my RN told me 4-6oz. an hour. I know I have gone over that (not by a lot) and had no issues. Best of luck to you!

[JProx 161]

6 weeks out and it is better.