48 hours after surgery - pain when swallowing

[leowic 3]

My wife just had the sleeve surgery on Monday. She seems to be fine, except that she cannot swallow. She has no nausea, she can walk, pee and poo, just cannot swallow anything. We are on day 3 in the Hospital (they have been great) and they are not sure what is going on. It is very frustrating, and she is loosing hope.

[Robert Christopherson 3]

I Had the sleeve Nov 6 the. I SWAlLow and there's a spot it hits and it like puts pressure on my diaphragm for ten sec or so then goes away. Makes taking liquids hard.

[Robert Christopherson 3]

PS its very painful.

[leowic 3]

That is almost what is happening. It hits a certain point, and bamn she is doubled over in pain. Then 5 seconds later it is over.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Sorry to hear that. At least she's still in the hospital where they can monitor her and keep her hydrated. I hope they figure out what's happening soon!

[leowic 3]

Well they just sent us home. I'll keep all posted as to what happens. They have proscribed some "Anti-spasm" meds, and Tylenol 3, liquid.

[leowic 3]

An update. Now 96 hours. She is doing a lot better. She can drink some clear fluids, but only in small quantities.

[BitterSweet* 835]

I second the anti-spasm meds.

[Jill7768 46]

I mentioned it at my dr. Office yesterday because I am having the same pain. I was told that it is just the stomach. Since it is healing, it hurts. I was told to drink Water that is tenpin, not ice cold. I am now 4 days out and it is starting to feel better.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I hope she continues to do well.

[bobbyswife 862]

I am so sorry your wife is hurting. Sending lots of love and light your way. Keep us updated and give her a virtual hug from us all!