Too much liquid 5 days Post Op?

[Patoonces 13]

So, I have been having all of the right things, broth, Protein drinks, Water, but I seem to be able to tolerate a bit more than the doctor who took my drain out indicated. Is this okay? I have not had one thing not allowed (even though I'm a bit hungry at times) and hope at tomorrows appointment I can start purees. I can take a cup of unjury chicken Soup down in 15 minutes or less. Is this wrong? Is my sleeve not working?

[vsg_joanna 67]

I don't think you're supposed to be testing how much you can handle- just follow your doctor's advice. From what I read, most people don't feel restriction until they start soft foods/ solids. Be careful, the surgeon gave you those limits for a reason!

[Patoonces 13]

I don't think um testing but 1 ounce of liquid every 15 min is going to send me to ER for dehydration I think. I've gotten different instructions from every person from group who has called me.

Edited April 2, 2014 by Patoonces

[magtart 603]

liquids pretty much go right through your sleeve and you will not feel the restriction. When you start on solid Proteins you will definitely feel it.

[Patoonces 13]

Thanks! I hope you're right

[magtart 603]

Of course I'm right! I'm an Aspiring Evangelist aren't I?

[sblissp 16]

I'm in the same boat. I had my surgery on Monday and yesterday and today I was able to drink an entire 11 oz Premier Protein shake in less than an hour. I was kinda worried about that too. I'm sure it worked...and of course solid food is different but sometimes I get pain from two swings of water...it's so random... :?

[Mrs. Whatsit 33]

I think everyone has a different threshold for discomfort. My surgery was a week ago. I've been trying for the last 10 hours to drink my three 4 oz Protein shakes and my 64 oz of Fluid. I have 8 more ozs to go. I cannot take two sips back to back or my stomach will spasm. I cannot take a large swallow. It takes me 1 hour to get that damn 4 oz of Protein down. Not everyone spasms. I do. The doctor said it will go away. I can say that I honestly do not want to eat or drink one bite because it is uncomfortable. However, I am a wimp. I don't tolerate pain very well. You all might just have a higher pain threshold than me and can tolerate more fluids. I wouldn't worry about it at all. Good luck!