Does anyone know if we can use straws? When I had my lap band sugary I was told no straws for 6 months. But when I converted to the sleeve no mentioned we could not use them. Any ideas?

No straws. It allows air in the stomach.

Hello

My dr said no straws. He said too much extra air is taken in when they are used.

Mine said no also but then mine said no soda but I see many on here are back to soda even if it is diet......what are you drinking through a straw......Soda??????

Only drinking water, tend to drink more if I have a cup and straw. Call me a wierdo

Fluids are fluids. I say if the straw is not causing you problems with excess gas in your stomach then go for it.

When I drink through a straw it makes my stomach hurt and I am 8 months post op. It might just be best to do away with straws for a while.