Hey guys, I know after surgery it's "sip sip sip," but for those of you a year out or more, or anyone more active after the surgery, are you ever able to gulp down your water again?

I can drink a cup or so in large swallows, so yes it does get easier over time.

I am 2months out and I can already gulp more than I was able to a few weeks ago.

Oh man, that's SO reassuring! Lol thank you guys for the input

While I no longer have to take small sips, Gulping for me is painful & causes hiccups. So no gulping for me. It's been over a year & I still take my time when drinking. And I'm ok with that. Everyone's different.

I'm 11 weeks out and can gulp now

I gulp too but usually not more than 3 gulps at a time. I am 2 months post op.

i drink normally now

when the swelling goes down after surgery, you should be back to drinking normal.....however your band or sleeve will let you know if its too much at one time.....

Edited February 24, 201412 yr by ☠carolinagirl☠

I'm a year out and "gulp" like I did pre-sleeve. I drink 100-150 ounces of water a day with no issues. I did struggle with water the first few months after surgery. I had to drink a lot of hot tea. But the further out I got the easier it became.

Yes, I'm almost a year out and can gulp no problem.

I'm so relieved! Thank you everyone. That was definitely one of my bigger fears for life post-sleeve. It seems like any time I get scared of have second thoughts, I come on here and EVERYONE is happy w their sleeve! Incredible.

I'm 16 months out and can take three to four gulps no problem - won't chance anything more though without a break

I was glad to see this queston- I am a gulper- this sip, sip it so much work!! Thank you for responses

Is 8 days out too soon to be gulping? :s

Was at work today having my HonestAde juice and caught myself gulping it down. Freaked me out....had to remind myself to sip sip it. But I didn't feel any pains afterwards so I don't know if that's a good thing or no...

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Edited March 9, 201412 yr by devonn

Usually anything more than two large sips causes me pain. I am 11 months out