Well, I had my surgery last Wednesday, the 25th. I am back at work today, feeling a little tired, but glad to be back here and out of the house. I had a question about drinking liquids. How long after surgery can I start drinking and not "sipping" my water? I am so thirsty, I feel like I never can get enough, cause I am just sipping. I want to drink it normal so bad, but I am scared that I will get sick. Please help!!

I've never had a problem with liquids. Just take it easy. Listen to your body. If it hurts or is uncomfortable, stop. Congratulations on getting your band!

I agree with Miss Marie... listen to your body when you take in fluids... I was able to drink normally almost from day one... I didn't guzzle down the Water or anything... just took normal drinks. SF popsicles also helped my thirst factor. Wishing you speedy recovery... hang in there... it'll get better everyday!

Darcy

Just take it slow and listen to your body. I couldn't guzzle water after my surgery, I just could take sips. But, each day gets better. By this time next week you won't even be able to tell you had surgery....Best of luck to you:D

I was banded two days before you and my new best friend right now is ice! I used to drink sooooo much water at work and when I had to practice the sipping thing before surgery it drove me crazy and I was soooo thirsty. I still am, so I found out that sucking on ice chips helps immensely! Since I am also on the liquid diet for two weeks I trick my brain into think I at actually eating something because I can crunch on the ice.