The meds help with the pain but drinking anything is hard. Can only get a few sips before I have to stop from stomach discomfort. I hope it gets easier to drink and eventually eat. I just want to feel normal again

Are you trying to do a bunch of sips in a short amount of time, or spacing them out? Try taking a single sip every 5 - 10 minutes until it gets easier. The swelling is what makes it so difficult at this point. It will get better in short order so you just have to hang in there. You're what...2 or 3 days post-op now? This part sucks but you'll be surprised at how big a difference in how you feel in a few days.

I stayed on top of my pain meds the first two weeks. When time was up to take another pill I took another pill. By the end of the weekend you should start to feel much better. Best wishes on your recovery!

Are you trying to do a bunch of sips in a short amount of time, or spacing them out? Try taking a single sip every 5 - 10 minutes until it gets easier. The swelling is what makes it so difficult at this point. It will get better in short order so you just have to hang in there. You're what...2 or 3 days post-op now? This part sucks but you'll be surprised at how big a difference in how you feel in a few days.
I stayed on top of my pain meds the first two weeks. When time was up to take another pill I took another pill. By the end of the weekend you should start to feel much better. Best wishes on your recovery!

Thank you so much. I appreciate your input. Exactly what I needed to hear 2 days post op. I'll hang in there and try not to get down.

4 minutes ago, jfcajr said:

Thank you so much. I appreciate your input. Exactly what I needed to hear 2 days post op. I'll hang in there and try not to get down.

Staying positive is a big thing in this first week. Surround yourself with things to keep you upbeat, whether binge watching a funny show, good book, or be busy with a hobby. We've all been there and are here to help support in whatever way we can. It's easy to beat yourself up and second guess everything. You aren't alone in that thinking. Most of us go through it but you'll look back in a couple weeks and say it was all worth it. You'll get through it!

6 hours ago, jfcajr said:

The meds help with the pain but drinking anything is hard. Can only get a few sips before I have to stop from stomach discomfort. I hope it gets easier to drink and eventually eat. I just want to feel normal again

Awe, you'll be okay in a few days. I haven't had mine done yet ,I'm 2 weeks away. I just read & read and everyone seems to have trouble and regrets. But then, things turn around! Take Care

I am 4 days post op. Up until now I have read everything quietly in the background never commented. I just wanted to say what a lovely supportive community this is. I had a nurse and my dietitician warn me away from the forums because people can be really negative and it won't help the healing process. But this thread proves them wrong. Thanks for being so supportive and human!!
Jfcarjr.... I'm still struggling with the water sips. But it is starting to get easier. Just finished two tablespoons of yogurt and didn't have any issues... of course I used a baby spoon and just coated it and took a good 15 minutes to finish. But no pain in the process. Chin up!! We will get better and it will be all worth it when we can wear the new clothes we buy and look fabulous!!!

Thank you all for your support. Great to meet people who are going through the same thing. We all support each other.

Thank you all for your support. Great to meet people who are going through the same thing. We all support each other.

Hi jf hope you feel a lot better now I no it sounds daft but you get a lot better hour by hour first month is up and down but then you look on the scales and it keeps going down instead ov up kind ov keeps you smiling ? Iv had flu . chest infection and a pain in my side since my operation but now seems to be getting better thank god was 16st 9pound now 13st 8pound so can't complain . Healing ov the cuts are good ? on purée foods hopefully soon be on normal just fancy some salmon and veg ??