1 week out from surgery and trouble with fluids

[piaffe3 6]

My sleeve was done on 3/3. I am having a super hard time slipping enough fluids. I got in 24oz yesterday. I find I am burping alot. Does anyone else burp after drinking an oz or two? I sure hope this gets better.

[Elode 8,093]

Burping is normal (4 months out and still do it daily) fluids are hard in the beginning. Keep at it it will get better as time passes.

[joatsaint 2,814]

Yep your burps are normal, I had cramping as a bonus every time I took a sip. I found that icy cold Crystal Light lemonade was the drink I could tolerate the easiest. I don't remember my doc setting a Fluid goal each day, but I did sip as much as I could and kept a 32oz mug on my desk. And I took a sip every time I looked at it. I figured as long as I felt okay, I was getting in enough fluids. I think your doc's or NUT's recommended fluid intake is a goal to shoot for and build up to. It's very tough to get in fluid or food for the 1st couple of weeks post-op.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

You're doing fine. The burping is normal. It takes a while to work up to meeting Protein & fluid goals In a week or 2 you should be there.

[Doodlerah 20]

I had my surgery March 3rd as well! I'm also having a hard time with fluids. So far I've got in my 48 ozs every day but it's a challenge. Also I'm so tired of sweet stuff. My tastes are defiantly changing! I will be glad not to feel so weak. I think I could nap 20 times a day. Good luck!