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I HAVE GIVEN UP ON DRINKING WATER!!



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I will try again tommorow!

I am almost in my second week and suddenly drinking today has been a nightmare!!

It hurts my chest i feel it just a tiny gulp and my chest hurts i have been soldiering through but i cant take the pain so i have taken a break 9.26pm i had last drank about 5pm , maybe a break will make it fix it self i dont know whats going on.

I am stood up that doesnt help i am actually thirsty and my tounge is dry but i can not bare the pain tonight. horrible. i dont know whats wrong!!! so i drink a tiny drop and have to shut my eyes while i am feeling pain to try and take the pain! im done for today i need a break :(

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Have you tried some warm tea, or something that is super cold? Many times a different temperature will help. But if you still can't drink, you need to go back to your doctor. You'll need IV fluids very soon if you don't drink. Maybe the doc can get you some different pain med...

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I had to do all different temperatures. One day, I could only drink ice cold. Another, it would be room temp. The next it might be hot. I never knew from day to day. Also, adding Crystal Light or using Vitamin Water Zero helped to have flavor. Keep experimenting. You'll find the Goldilocks of water for you that's just right!

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I felt the same way. It will go away. I found flavored water drinks hurt less than actual Water. I found one at Aldi fit n active tropical mango flavored water. It was good, not too sweet and went down more easily. Water just stabbed me in the stomach. Now I'm 6wks and have no problem drinking, just gotta hang in there. But I totally feel for you.

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I was told by the vets at my support group, people 5-15 years out, that they still have problems with Water at times. And that water with flavor or tea (warm or cold) works much better.

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Water was very difficult for me in the beginning also. I was in and out of the hospital for dehydration for my first 8 weeks after surgery. Then I found out that my body can tolerate the water at a regular room temp with flavoring.

Maybe the water is to cold, or too bland figure out what your stomach can handle and stay hydrated! :)


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Try popsicles and jello- they count as liquid. My mom used to give me liquid warm Jello when I was sick to drink like tea. Maybe that will help.. sf of course.
I hope it gets better. Definitely talk with your doc - dehydration is nothing to mess around with!


Mich W
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I really enjoy hint Water cold or room temp. Maybe the flavor will trick your brain into thinking it's something else.


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I love the New Hint Water too. I think watermelon is the best ice cold. Coconut water has helped me alot also. Keeps me hydrated and taste good.

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I love the New Hint Water too. I think watermelon is the best ice cold. Coconut water has helped me alot also. Keeps me hydrated and taste good.


Jet.com seems to have the best price on hint. I can't get into coconut water unless it has guava or something in it. My absolute favorite is le croix but I know no bubbles for a while after surgery.


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Sorry your dealing with that. I am almost two weeks out as well! Some days it's easier and some days not, by my issue is more nausea. I find shaved ice to have a great texture and easier to get down than just drinking Water. Be patient we're still newly sleeved. I am also a big chicken when it comes to eating. Going to try soft foods today.


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