I just recently decided to get sleeved in the spring. My husband was sleeved in October 2015, so I have learned a lot about this process through him. He never drinks with a straw because he was told it will put air into your stomach leaving little room for more Water or vital nutrients. I love drinking out of straws!! So, my question to you is do you drink through a straw post-op or not?

I do and have no issues at all

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I always do and there is no issue, however I have been told recently that it may create wrinkles!!!!!

I do but I am over a year post-op.

Memories... This debate has been brought up many times. Seems for every doctor, there is a different rule or variation. There are a few pages of replies to your question at this link http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/369090-the-great-straw-debate/

I do with no issues

I was given a straw in my Water, in the hospital, 4 hours after my surgery. I really think this is a myth!

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I was given straws to use in the hospital immediately post-op and used them with no problem.

Since then I haven't just because I hate drinking from straws.

Yup. Since day one.

I use straws for everything. Even hot coffee, so I don't stain my teeth. So this was the first question I asked during my consult.

The answer I got was that if you're comfortable with it, you're not having gas pains, and it assists you in getting your fluids in, then go for it!

Remember to check with your surgeon, though, if you're really feeling troubled over it!

I was told by my nut that we tend to drink fast with a straw so it's better to sip

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Here's one surgeon's opinion:

https://youtu.be/z5nm1GXqrm4

Edited October 28, 20169 yr by LaLa Weez

3+ years out and I drink with a straw all the time. No issues at all and I really believe it helps me get more water in throughout the day.

I do and always have.

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Add me to the straw user list. Day 1 with my first fluids post-op.