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Does anyone know why, exactly, they do not allow drinking from straws after surgery? Is it just a comfort thing? Or, is there a risk of the pouch stretching? I am dealing with the pre-surgery diet right now and I can't stand the smell of the Protein Shakes anymore. I don't really like sweet things. So, it's torture because there are no savery Protein shakes! The straw is the only way to get it down! Thanks in advance! :)

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You gulp more air with straws, they are most harmful the first two weeks post op. if you do use them make sure to slip slow and have gas x on hand. :)

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I drank with a straw from day one, they gave me straws in the hospital to use, I questioned them and they said its ok, if you get gas pains stop but I too drink more if I can use a straw.

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Awesome guys! Thanks for the advice. I appreciate it. Sugery is August 10th. Pre-op Diet starts officially tomorrow, but I've been trying to get used to it by having one shake on Monday and Tuesday and then two shakes yesterday and today. I'm so ready for the rest of my life to begin.

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All docs are different, but mine said no straw because of the extra air. However, I started using a straw at 8 weeks out and had no issues. My doc was fine with it. Just out of curiosity...have you tried the Premier Protein shakes? Much like you, I detested every shake I tried until I found Premier. One shake has 30 g of Protein. I drink one every morning with no problems. Good luck on your surgery.

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I will try premier. Im up for anything at this point!

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Yes it's cause it can cause gas and that is painful!!!! Im a nurse and I even tell my c/s patients to not sip from a straw. Some people say they do fine but for me I don't want to take a chance cause gas pain can be unbearable. Good luck

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I didn't use a straw until week 5. I found it was easier for me to sip through a straw and not gulp big drinks of Water. It has really helped me get my fluids in.

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Straws give more air, which gives more gas. I've got enough gas to begin with! =p

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