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[Tiki 74]

Had my surgery on Friday, November 15th. I am still having trouble getting down fluids. They make me nauseated. I have tried a pop cycle hot tea cold tea and Water. Suggestions?

[ProudGrammy 8,322]

surgery November 15th. trouble getting down fluids. make me nauseated.

Tiki

surgery was Friday???

and you are still around to talk about it

sounds like things will work out then!!!!

you JUST had WLS - gotta let your tummy heal, right now its sore and mad at you

being nauseous happens sometimes (that knowledge doesn't help you though )

like i said, you are brand new - getting used to your sleeve

try some room temp Water (not cold), that might go down easier

be patient, things get better day to day - popsicles are great

hope you feel better soon

speedy recovery

kathy

[jatherley 126]

Have you tried some crystal light or those flavored drops for your Water?

I know the feeling. I was nauseous for the first 4 weeks after. I ended up dehydrated and had to get 2 leters of IV fluids. My recommendation would be to get a antinausea medication from your doctor if you don't already have one. Try different fluids untill you find one you can tolerate.

[Fluffnomore 1,235]

The first two days it was hard to drink. By day 3 and 4, it was much easier. Just keep on trying.

[McButterpants 2,846]

I was sleeved on Thursday, so we're close.

I haven't tried anything other than plain Water and Water with Crystal Light (I did not like it - it make me more thirsty). I tried some broth, but that didn't go well. Jello about made me yack.

I can get thru an 8 ounce thinned out shake in about 30-40 minutes. I get frustrated that I can't take in more.

I'm allowed 2 T. of "slip and slide" food - applesauce, Greek yogurt, sugar free Jello, sugar free pudding, cottage cheese, etc. I can get the applesauce down, but again, that takes about 30 minutes.

I'm feeling much better today - still a few gas pains now and then.

[jatherley 126]

It gets better. One morning you'll wake up and suddenly you'll be about to get more down. It just takes time. Try to be patient and not try to push to hard. I know your thinking "easy for you to say" But we've all been there. I promise it will get better.