Hard time drinking

[Mishell237 4]

2 days post op having a hard time drinking my 15 cc, my chest hurts so bad for about 10 seconds after every sip. Does anyone have this feeling?

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[Ldyvenus 317]

I was done on the 24th, today is the first day that the bubbles don't hurt when I drink. Now it's only when I take too many sips. Hold on, youre almost there.

[JamieLogical 8,727]

The pain in your chest is esophageal contraction or spasms. I had them VERY bad with every single teeny tiny sip for about the first 2 weeks post-op. They should go away once your internal swelling goes down and you are healed up.

I found that marching in place while sipping helped a little. It's very important for you to get your Water in, so you just kind of have to put up with the pain.

[KitsuneMiko 43]

2 days post op having a hard time drinking my 15 cc, my chest hurts so bad for about 10 seconds after every sip. Does anyone have this feeling?

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Yes i definitely have the same problem, im also 2 days post op. although its been getting a little less painful as i drink. I'm also going to get some suger free popsicles , ive been told they are about 1 oz of clear liquid.

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[MrsPenguin 103]

I found taking a deep breath when I took a sip really helped me.

[kar12345 74]

Just over 2 weeks post op. For me drinking improved each day. But I felt like you right after surgery. Tiny sips - hang in there. It may not seem like much but every sip counts!!!

Edited January 28, 2017 by kar12345

[Misty Barnhart 29]

2 days post op having a hard time drinking my 15 cc, my chest hurts so bad for about 10 seconds after every sip. Does anyone have this feeling?

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Yes!! Mine still does. I had mine done on the 24th. Try patting your chest (burping yourself) it will help. A few taps and it will let up. Let me know uf that helps.

* Misty *

[Queenie4U 17]

Try munching on ice chips, that helped me. Also you can try warm Water by tablespoonful every 5 minutes or so...I know it's a drag and hard work but it does get easier. Hang in there!

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