Straw Poll

[twinmommy2004 30]

I just recently decided to get sleeved in the spring. My husband was sleeved in October 2015, so I have learned a lot about this process through him. He never drinks with a straw because he was told it will put air into your stomach leaving little room for more Water or vital nutrients. I love drinking out of straws!! So, my question to you is do you drink through a straw post-op or not?

[Clarevoyant 347]

I do and have no issues at all

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[rking 484]

I always do and there is no issue, however I have been told recently that it may create wrinkles!!!!!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I do but I am over a year post-op.

[RoachBug 233]

Memories... This debate has been brought up many times. Seems for every doctor, there is a different rule or variation. There are a few pages of replies to your question at this link http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/369090-the-great-straw-debate/

[Shell Renewed 176]

I do with no issues

[cdeisroth 420]

I was given a straw in my Water, in the hospital, 4 hours after my surgery. I really think this is a myth!

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[Bufflehead 6,358]

I was given straws to use in the hospital immediately post-op and used them with no problem.

Since then I haven't just because I hate drinking from straws.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Yup. Since day one.

[recreatingcate 132]

I use straws for everything. Even hot coffee, so I don't stain my teeth. So this was the first question I asked during my consult.

The answer I got was that if you're comfortable with it, you're not having gas pains, and it assists you in getting your fluids in, then go for it!

Remember to check with your surgeon, though, if you're really feeling troubled over it!

[akfuuie 1]

I was told by my nut that we tend to drink fast with a straw so it's better to sip

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[LaLa Weez 29]

Here's one surgeon's opinion:

https://youtu.be/z5nm1GXqrm4

Edited October 28, 2016 by LaLa Weez

[Lorie269 392]

3+ years out and I drink with a straw all the time. No issues at all and I really believe it helps me get more Water in throughout the day.

[Vinasu 621]

I do and always have.

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[vamping 183]

Add me to the straw user list. Day 1 with my first fluids post-op.