I'm 3 days post-op and still in the hospital. I have so much nausea even with water. Did anyone go through something similar and how long did it take?

Yes, I vomited everything up for the first two days. For me I think I was responding to the anaesthetic. Make sure when you are drinking Water to take very small sips. I literally just poured water into the water bottle cap (lid) and was doing this at very regular intervals.

Edited June 17, 201511 yr by Camella

I am so worried about this! I do well with Zofran ODT (it dissolves in your mouth). I am seriously considering bringing this with me as it doesn't cause drowsiness like phenergan. I doubt it's something they give you because it's a bit pricey. I have trouble with nausea after surgery anyway...

I sure do hope you are feeling better soon. Bless your heart, nausea is NO FUN!!!

They have tried both drugs but they prefer the zofran. I have to say the nausea is the worst part of this journey so far. It literally takes over everything. I can't stand to even see a food commercial.

I got some zofran in the hospital right after surgery, and it worked well. I didn't have anymore nausea until a little bit ago after I took my effexor (antidepressant) for the first time since surgery, hadn't taken any of my prescribed Pepcid yet, and definitely didn't have enough in my stomach! I ralphed all over my foyer but felt a lot better after taking a Pepcid. I just got down a 1/3 cup of a protein shake.

I was nauseous after the surgery and the next day as well. By the third day i was fine..it should go away shortly

My doc gave me a prescription for zofran upon leaving the hospital. I used it for the first 3-4 days. The only liquid I could and still tolerate the best is iced tea. (Other than protein drinks)

Yes. I was sure, from what I was told all along, that I would be able to go home from the hospital the next day post op after getting the surgeons required amount of liquids down (1000 cc's!). After the first few sips I knew that wasn't going to happen. I was disappointed in myself and my parents seemed worried and confused. Had to take an extra night. The nurse insisted it was ok and happens sometimes! The next day was better. Don't beat yourself up it will get better with time.