You all are so nice to have especially for someone that knows very little about this process. I had my surgery Monday 2/11 and the past two days I've had some congestion in my throat, almost feels like when I swallow its a little restricted. Is this because of the swelling? I go to my post op Monday but I'm curious because its kind of bothersome. I've finally been able to drink apple juice and water but not really having an appetite for much else. Should I force myself to drink protein? Am I causing myself harm by not? Sorry so many questions just not sure what's going on..... Please help!

You all are so nice to have especially for someone that knows very little about this process. I had my surgery Monday 2/11 and the past two days I've had some congestion in my throat' date=' almost feels like when I swallow its a little restricted. Is this because of the swelling? I go to my post op Monday but I'm curious because its kind of bothersome. I've finally been able to drink apple juice and Water but not really having an appetite for much else. Should I force myself to drink Protein? Am I causing myself harm by not? Sorry so many questions just not sure what's going on..... Please help![/quote']

It could be swelling but after 2 weeks it should be going down. Have you tried warm tea or something warm like that? It may go down a little better. Just make sure you are getting your protein down. It will all fall into place soon.

Good luck.

So sorry to hear. U should call ur surgeon if u cannot tolerate Water today.

hot tea and water helps a lot it probably swelling or something u drank to fast keep sipping

If you are exercising by now you might want to add the Protein drinks. Protein is necessary to build and retain muscle mass. Otherwise you will be losing fat, Water and muscle. Protein helps to satiate your appetite for longer periods of time(not your problem, yet).

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You should be able to sip Clear liquids with no issues. If you can't, I'd suggest calling today. Otherwise, you've been banded for less than a week, so not being able to drink Protein PROBABLY isn't an issue. My doc had me do clear liquids for a week PRE and POST op. While everyone's doc's have different suggestions/requirements, I don't think you're doing any harm by not getting in protein for a week. JUST KEEP HYDRATED.

I was banded the same day as u! I am doing a clear liquid diet this first week as well, I can sip just fine, sometimes I feel like my drinks are to big, but there is definatly a different feeling of what "full" or satisfied is for me and right now it doesn't take a whole lot to do it. Don't worry about protien yet, just worries about staying hydrated is what the Dr told me....hope ur doing okay!

Every dr is different, but mine wanted us to drink 3 protein shakes a day and get in 60 grams of protein. They do have protein soups, maybe the soup being hot will go down easier for you. He said the reason you need protein after surgery is to help with the healing process.

Ok thanks everyone.. Love that I can always have support when needed! Glad I have you all to help support.

It might be swelling. It's only been a week. I was on liquids for a week. I drank warm chicken and beef broth. Warm tea helps too. Any warm liquid will help with the swelling. My band is really tight in the mornings so I have to drink hot tea before I eat even 3 yrs out.