Post-Op 4 days out...Not enough fluids?

[Pfaber2 1]

Hi Everyone,

I am new to this forum. I am 4 days post op and having a tough time with getting in the adequate amount of fluids. I feel like I'm starving myself. I just keep sipping Decaf tea to stay hydrated at least. Anyone else having trouble???

[Gr8fulMiniMe 66]

Hello Friend! I too am 4 days post op. I was told by my Dr. that I can start taking the Protein shakes when I got home. However, I really don't think my body was ready for that. I was so nauseous. I decided to hold off on anything but Clear liquids for a few more days. I am not the least bit hungry though. I went to the GNC store and bought some Isopure Protein drinks. They are a tasty clear liquid like kool-ade w/different flavors but each bottle has 40 grams of Protein and is easy on my stomach. It is a challenge to get in all the fluids. I just keep on sipping and doing my best. I am concerned about drinking too much at one time still unsure the size and feel of the sleeve. To me I'd rather be safe than sorry. How much fluids do u think you are getting in per day so far? I might have done around 40 oz. If you are get really dehydrated call your Dr. or go to Urgent Care or ER and get some fluids. I hope u get better. Keep us posted...

[jrsygrl007 5]

Hello there,

I am also 4 days post op. I called my dr. to tell him I feel hunger and he told me I am not drinking enough fluids.

I forced myself to drink more Water, and I am feeling better already! I am on all Clear Liquids for 3 more days..sugar free pops have been helping a lot too.

[AR40 88]

It's difficult to get all the liquids in at first but just keep sipping. Everyday gets better. If you feel gas take a little walk even if it's just 5-10 minutes it really helps. Remember that while you are on liquids you Protein Shakes and broth all count towards you 64 oz of fluids req. god bless

[Pfaber2 1]

Thanks for all the great advice. It feels good to know that I am not the only one struggling with it. Jrsygrl007 Water makes me feel so nauseated...I've been drinking tea, crystal light, Protein Shakes etc....

[BSU 61]

S+5. I was struggling with the fluids as well until yesterday. I was trying taking one of the little medicine cups they gave me every 15 minutes, but of course you can't be perfect so I wasn't getting it all in. Yesterday I tried taking bigger swallows of Water (actually two or three sips at a time) and it really helped. The Protein shakes are still hard to get in. It took all day today to get two of them down with the sips spread out over the whole day.

[sleevin' it in Jersey 45]

As you heal and the swelling goes down, drinking fluids gets easier. I was the same way 4 days out. I am now almost 2 weeks out and fliuds go down fine.

[par1959 470]

Today is 10 days post op. I had no problem drinking after surgery, but was very hungry, infact I could gulp after a couple of days. Just keep on sipping. My doc also aloud fruit juice as long as it did not have added sugar and at costco my wife found otter pops that were straight fruit juice. They are tasty. At my one week post op visit my doc made it very clear to not worry about calories ,but concentrate on staying hydrated. Onday 4 I started eating pureed Soup and yogurt through out the day , but my caloric intake is still well below a 1000 a day plus I make sure to get my 10,000 steps in each day. I have yet to realy feel a restriction. This is because fluids go right through me. Apparently, once on solid food the restriction will kick in. Total weight loss in 3 weeks ( pre op liquid diet) I am down 32 lbs and dropping. I am also starting to feel the benifits, BP is normal and blood sugar is great. My energy level is fairly good, but I do need a good nap evey couple of days. The sleep I am getting is the best for a long time.

[jazma 16]

Hi Everyone,

I am new to this forum. I am 4 days post op and having a tough time with getting in the adequate amount of fluids. I feel like I'm starving myself. I just keep sipping Decaf tea to stay hydrated at least. Anyone else having trouble???

I am also 4 days out and just sip all day long