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My doctor said to not eat/drink at least one hour before bedtime in order to lessen any possibility of having reflux. My reflux used to be horrible but it's very minimal now. My issue is I get really parched at night and like to have Water next to me to drink before bed or if I wake up in the middle of the night thirsty. I don't want to feel so thirsty all night, but I also don't want reflux poking me while I sleep. Will this go away over time? Will I be able to have some sips of water throughout the night without having to sit up and wait an hour to go back to sleep? I do try and get as much water in as possible before I start getting ready for bed, but since childhood I always had water next to my bed in case I got thirsty. I am 4 weeks post-op.

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I was always encouraged to have Water right next to me at any time of the day, especially when I was just starting out.

I would take the other person's advice and ask your doctor if they meant water also.

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Yeah, he specifically said no Water or food. Mainly because at night I was having reflux if I ate or drank too soon before bed. But it seems odd to me. So idk if it's just til I am done with the stages or what.

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I say try it one night. See if your acid reflux acts up.

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A sip of Water, just enough to wet your mouth should be just fine. I always have water by me, mostly because my CPAP dries out my mouth I wake up a few times a night to have a sip of water.

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I **HAVE** to have Water near me when I sleep, I've got a CPAP as well. A sip shouldn't be an issue. But I would discuss with your surgical team.

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I usually have quite a bit of Water before sleep, and usually wake up and take at least one big drink during the night. hasnt been an issue.

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I think it may just be because I am still so early out? I will ask them again and see. Thanks guys :)

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probably. the first month or two it was a lot more difficult to even get the daily amount in.

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I echo Matt Z I have 3 kidneys, this means I also have an increased risk of dehydration. A bottle liv3s next to my bed, I am also a C Papper

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