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At what point did you begin using straws again?!

I'm four months out and wondered if it was okay to begin using straws again.

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    • shriner37
      shriner37

      I never stopped using them. My doctor told me that was an urban legend and had no basis in fact. One of the challenges of weight loss surgery is being able to get in enough Water and liquids. Drinki

    • Steven Barry
      Steven Barry

      3 months post op, and for some reason I was craving the tingle of some diet soda this weekend, I was fine in moderation and sipping. Maybe the straw is the same concept, just don't gulp. I would be i

    • jess9395
      jess9395

      I'll be the voice of the other side. I am over two years out and still don't use them. My stomach loudly protests if I do. So this is another of those things that varies from person to person.

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    Well ladies I went to my nut who stated not to use straws although I am nearly five months out. Reason being somethings along the eyes of air getting into my tummy.

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    I couldn't get all of my liquid in without them. I started using them again on day 4.

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