getting enough fluids

[chayamom 8]

I was banded this past Monday and besides the Protein shakes--which I can get most of it down--I cannot seem to get more than three to four cups of Fluid down. And this seems to take almost a whole day. Looking for any input or advise.

[RestlessMonkey 7]

What did your doctor say about hydration? I didn't have any trouble drinking (many don't any more, I've read, with the newer lap bands) but he did stress we were to stay hydrated. He also told us no Protein during the 1st week. We're all different.

[chayamom 8]

What did your doctor say about hydration? I didn't have any trouble drinking (many don't any more, I've read, with the newer lap bands) but he did stress we were to stay hydrated. He also told us no Protein during the 1st week. We're all different.

for the first two weeks I am to continue the Protein Shakes three times a day along with clear broth, crystal lite, Water, tea or other Clear Liquids. they would like me to get about 8 cups of Fluid in and I can't seem to do it.

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Ok did you call and tell them you can't? Because you know if you don't take in enough liquid you can get dehydrated. Are you still urinating? Is it clear or concentrated?

[chayamom 8]

seems concentrated to me. I have an appointment with the doctor on Tuesday. Should I be calling before then?

[RestlessMonkey 7]

I'm not a doctor, ok? But you can become dehydrated VERY fast. How much Fluid are you getting in? I'd hate to encourage you to go to the ER if this isn't really an emergency but by the same token, once you get dehydrated things start to dive pretty fast. If your doc has a 24-hour number you might should call it and let them know average how many ounces you're getting in, how much you're urinating. They can decide if you need to be seen right away. I don't mean to alarm you but if this has gone on since Monday and you really are getting a little bit down, you may need IV fluids.

AGAIN..I'm not a doc. I don't know for sure so don't panic, but see what your doc says.

[chayamom 8]

I appreciate your input and will follow up with my doctor.

[RestlessMonkey 7]

good luck! The Protein Shakes count as Fluid, too...so add them in to your "count" for the day. I'm sorry you're so tight you can't get your fluids down! If you're comfortable doing so, will you post and let me know what he says and if you're doing ok?

[bambam31 168]

I was banded this past Monday and besides the Protein shakes--which I can get most of it down--I cannot seem to get more than three to four cups of Fluid down. And this seems to take almost a whole day. Looking for any input or advise.

In addition to what RM said, just know that you should be able to get more and more fluids in with each passing day. As your healing progresses the swelling from surgery trauma will diminish and you'll be able to get more of everything down... and then bandster hell will likely commence... be tough and stay focused!

Brad

[chayamom 8]

I'm not a doctor, ok? But you can become dehydrated VERY fast. How much Fluid are you getting in? I'd hate to encourage you to go to the ER if this isn't really an emergency but by the same token, once you get dehydrated things start to dive pretty fast. If your doc has a 24-hour number you might should call it and let them know average how many ounces you're getting in, how much you're urinating. They can decide if you need to be seen right away. I don't mean to alarm you but if this has gone on since Monday and you really are getting a little bit down, you may need IV fluids.

AGAIN..I'm not a doc. I don't know for sure so don't panic, but see what your doc says.

I just came back from the my doctors visit and everything seems to be ok. I am getting more liquids down but it does take effort.:thumbup: