Fluid retention postop

[tiggr6199 12]

Hi all I had my RNY on June 24th. All has gone as I expected to,gas pains surgical pain,etc. The only real problem I had was Fluid retention. My urine output was so low that I had the catheter for an extra day and had to stay in the hospital for an extra day. I also have gained 10 pounds since the surgery. I am guessing it is Fluid. Has anyone experienced this and how do you get rid of the excess fluid? Thanks.

[Chelly 364]

The Fluid is from the IV.

It will leave your body in a week or so.

Keep drinking your Water and it will help flush your system.

[Wallflower7522 328]

Hi all I had my RNY on June 24th. All has gone as I expected to,gas pains surgical pain,etc. The only real problem I had was Fluid retention. My urine output was so low that I had the catheter for an extra day and had to stay in the hospital for an extra day. I also have gained 10 pounds since the surgery. I am guessing it is fluid. Has anyone experienced this and how do you get rid of the excess fluid? Thanks.

I gained 15lbs in the hospital. Just enjoy it for now. It will be hard to get enough Water down but all that extra fluid will keep you hydrated for a few days. Like the previous poster said, give it about a week and it will flush.

[lisad97411 5]

Dr told me not to weigh for a big. A weight gain is expected from surgery and fluids. One week out I am losing weight now.