I had surgery Friday morning 3/8/13

I was told no cold liquids (I am an ice fiend)

And no straws.

Yesterday I had a horrible day. So much pain, and gas. I barely sipped water and a little bit of broth.

Today more pain, still have not been able to burp or toot

Walked for 30 minutes.

Only been able to sip water and about 2 ounces of a protein shake.

Is this typical?

I keep reading about people drinking a lot. Everytime I drink I get pains in my shoulders and chest.

I feel whiney! Lol

Yes, some people have a tougher time in the beginning than others.

I would just sip Water almost constantly to stay hydrated. In the coming days, you'll find yourself feeling a lot better.

Best wishes

LEft shoulder pain i am guessing which is normal for many. It is trapped gas. Some drink a lot most do not. Just keep sipping. Each day will be better

wendy

Thanks ladies

I was banded on 3/7. Each day has gotten better and better. Hang in there!

Try a hot pack on the shoulder for the pain, that's what they did when I was in hospital. I agree with zinhaa - it's trapped gas, Very normal for many. If you're concerned, call your surgeon's rooms and check in.

Hope you're feeling better real soon. :-)

I had surgery Friday morning 3/8/13

I was told no cold liquids (I am an ice fiend)

And no straws.

Yesterday I had a horrible day. So much pain' date=' and gas. I barely sipped Water and a little bit of broth.

Today more pain, still have not been able to burp or toot

Walked for 30 minutes.

Only been able to sip water and about 2 ounces of a Protein shake.

Is this typical?

I keep reading about people drinking a lot. Everytime I drink I get pains in my shoulders and chest.

I feel whiney! Lol[/quote']

That was my exact experience after surgery. I was advised to get gas x strips but those only worked once so my hubby purchased gas x chewable tablets and they were heavenly!!! I was able to "release" more "air" and felt amazing afterwards!!!!! I wasn't able to get all of my fluids in on the first two days and paid the price for it on day 4 when I attempted to go back to work. Make your self get in those liquids or at least close to the oz prescribed by your dr.

I also have preferred the chewables! They work great!

Great thanks! Boyfriend right now on his way to get chewables.. I am a miserable girl

Thanks for all the advice

You're welcome!!!

I used the Gas-x strips and they worked like magic within minutes of dissolving a strip the shoulder pain just vanished. Once I stopped taking my pain meds it was easier to simply pass gas and I didn't really need the strips anymore.