My surgeon had me on full liquids once I went home from the hospital. I'm getting in my daily Protein, walking, and drinking about 70 oz Water. I feel way better than I expected I would (I actually returned to work today). My concern is that I drink all day long and I seldom feel full of liquid-- or at least, I don't recognize that I feel full. I did have a sharp pain in my right shoulder today after I drank what seemed like a lot, but otherwise I can sip all day and not be uncomfortable. Should this be a concern? Do I need to drink less? It certainly doesn't feel like my stomach is smaller (but weight is falling off).

Thanks for any input!

Liquids will pass right through you. Some people have difficulty with fluids early out due to swelling, but if you are lucky enough to be able to drink easily I don't think there is anything at all to be worried about.

Thank you! I didn't know they would pass through... makes since as they don't have to be digested.

Liquids will pass right through you. Some people have difficulty with fluids early out due to swelling, but if you are lucky enough to be able to drink easily I don't think there is anything at all to be worried about.

I am one of the ones having difficulty. I also had a hiatal hernia repaired (which I did not know I had). I take small sips and about 5 seconds later feel a strange sensation of the fluids going down.

How long does it take for the swelling to go down?

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Liquids will pass right through you. Some people have difficulty with fluids early out due to swelling, but if you are lucky enough to be able to drink easily I don't think there is anything at all to be worried about.

I am one of the ones having difficulty. I also had a hiatal hernia repaired (which I did not know I had). I take small sips and about 5 seconds later feel a strange sensation of the fluids going down.

How long does it take for the swelling to go down?

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