Anyone having a hard time feeling and staying hydrated during the first week or so post op? I’m constantly thirsty and these little sips I have to take are no quenching my thirst. Water seems to give me the most trouble with air bubbles. I get most of my water intake in the form or peppermint tea. I want to chug a bottle of water so bad. Someone suggested ice. Any other suggestions?

How long since your op BDME? Peppermint tea sounds a good idea, I might try that after mine! You’re doing SO WELL [emoji16]

How long since your op BDME? Peppermint tea sounds a good idea, I might try that after mine! You’re doing SO WELL [emoji16]

Thank you!!!! I’m 9 days post op. 20 lbs down. Peppermint tea has been a life saver. I gave in yesterday and took some pretty rapid gulps of ice cold water. I regret nothing. lol. The gas pain was minimal, I think because it was cold and I was standing up. But yeah the peppermint tea is amazing. If you’re feeling particularly bad try drinking the tea then laying down with a heating pad on your stomach.

I am 3 months post, and do not chug, others are able to, but ice makes me drink slower, so does water, any mix of crystal light, warm tea works for me , so keep at it constant sipping with a timer on my phone helped.

Thank you!!!! I’m 9 days post op. 20 lbs down. Peppermint tea has been a life saver. I gave in yesterday and took some pretty rapid gulps of ice cold water. I regret nothing. lol. The gas pain was minimal, I think because it was cold and I was standing up. But yeah the peppermint tea is amazing. If you’re feeling particularly bad try drinking the tea then laying down with a heating pad on your stomach.

Thanks I def will try that. I must go and buy some. Continued congrats on your sucess [emoji16]

I'm 4 months out and still have trouble staying hydrated! It's a constant battle for me.
I agree peppermint tea was a big help the first week. I still love all kinds of herbal tea hot or iced.


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