I drank out of a straw today and didn't even think about it until after I had about finished my drink. What is drinking from a straw do?

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Apparently it can put unwanted air in your stomach which may cause discomfort. Drinking through a straw is the only way sometimes I can get my fluids in.

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The program coordinator at the center I went through had the sleeve 2 years ago and said she uses a straw and the doctor knows about it and is fine with it. She said that the only thing to watch for is discomfort from excess air. Everyone is different though.

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I'm thinking that with all the extra air you may suck in, it is probably not advisable soon after surgery due to discomfort from gas. Also, when you suck from a straw, you create a vacuum to get the liquid up the straw...that may be dangerous when you are newly pre-op, especially for sleevers. I think it's probably best to follow your doctor's orders, especially the first 6-months to a year.

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That's going to be a challenge for me because all my Water bottles have a straw.

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I've been wondering about this too...I love straws!

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Same! I drink mostly decaf iced tea and i really prefer to use a straw so that I don't stain my teeth! I havnt yet used one but am going to ask my doc about it next time I go.

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My doc said it's just because you can get extra air which can cause discomfort and even vomiting, especially early on. But some people drink better and without extra air with a straw, so she says try it if you want and if it makes you feel bad stop. She's practical that way.