5 days post op trouble getting fluids down!

[Lovelyorchid 16]

So my RNY was on the 20th of July and I'm having great difficulty getting my 64oz in! I'm maybe getting 24-30oz a day. I was given the nausea medicine, the Prilosec, and pain meds. It helped but the taste of Water, sugar free drinks, and at times broth makes me nauseous and I can barely take a sip. I've experienced gas pain with sugar free drinks and uncomfortable sensations with ice chips. I'm kind of regretting doing this at this poin. I'm trying to stay positive but what gives? I may need to go in to get fluids as I'm getting kinda lightheaded at times. I'm afraid to pass out or get a dot or pe! Ugh does anyone have any suggestions? My first post op appt is Thursday. And we are to stay on a clear liquid diet till then. Thanks guys!

[leanne1126 84]

I was in the same boat as you. I just kept experimenting with different liquids. I always had a glass of something with me or on table beside me. At that stage Water was the easiest thing for me. It will get better. Stick with it. You made the decision to head down this road after months of preparation, keep your head up and know you're not alone

[James Marusek 5,244]

Right after surgery, your body is trying to heal itself. Many people find it difficult in the beginning to get the required fluids down. In a few weeks it should get better. For me I found that flavored Water (Crystal Light) went down easier than Water. Later I found out that fine English teas tasted good. Experiment until you find something that works for you.

[Lovelyorchid 16]

Thank you guys! I really needed some reassurance! I'm going to try the teas. I've found that a lot of the flavored stuff I can't really tolerate right now. It's so strange. But this is my new normal and I need to adjust. Thank you guys again! ☺️

[Tiana Harris 24]

I am 5 days out right now. I got about 30-40oz down per day. 64oz is goal but my doctor said work my way up to it. I just sip all day and write down every time I get 8oz down and see how much more I need.

Follow my journey on YouTube : https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCylGZjmxz3si1YzHRIUN25g

[gin1979 10]

My surgery was July 24th and it is getting easier to get down liquids. What hurts is the burps and hiccups. Each day I get down more fluids. chicken broth for me went down so much easier than the Water. But switching between crystal light and water. Try sugar free popsicles and Jello it helps as well.

[Alissak77 48]

I also had a hard time with liquids, like cold Water, try room temperature or even a little lukewarm. It worked for me. I'm now about 3 months out and can do cold water.