post op questions

[AndreaK. 60]

So I got sleeved 10/25/18. It went really well!!! Doctor said my liver was perfect and I was actually released same day!!!! But today I went back to work , which I work at a desk so its not aggressive or anything however I've been getting this great pain in my back. The same side that the larger incision was made so I don't know if its normal or not?

Also. It hurts to drink Water. I've tried it room temp and cold. Its so hurty lol. I am drinking Powerade Zero however doctor said it was fine but I was curious if others had a water problem? Or am I just being a baby lol

Thanks for listening!

[Chrisb428 626]

I still have issues with Water. In order to stay hydrated I did hot peppermint tea and I do ph water. It has to be room temperature or slightly warmer for me to tolerate it.

[teemags48 19]

For the first 2 1/2 months I could only drink small sips of Water every 10 mins. Now I'm at 3 months and I can drink water a little quicker, but I'm still not able to drink a full 8 ounces at once.

[RoRoKitty 183]

You still have gases from the surgery and your incisions are still open why rush back to work so fast? Stay home, check different kind of waters (not all bottled Water tastes the same, I have a couple that I love some that I hate) you will get to like one of them eventually!
Best of luck and don’t push yourself too much, no matter how well it went it’s a full operation and an anesthesia you went through.

[elcee 3,340]

When I saw my dietician on Tuesday she said there are a lot of people that struggle with Water after surgery, even those that loved it previously. Apparently it can feel "sticky"! She said if that happens to put a little apple juice or cordial in it to help.

[%^& 89]

I agree with RoRo about the gas! You get pumped up with it during surgery, and it will go into your back, shoulders, ect. 2 chewable Gas-x really helped me with a bit of activity. Hang in there!!!

[k.love 14]

For the first 2 1/2 months I could only drink small sips of Water every 10 mins. Now I'm at 3 months and I can drink water a little quicker, but I'm still not able to drink a full 8 ounces at once.

I was told my stomach is only 4 oz in size. I can see why 8 is too much

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[MargoCL 677]

your pouch is roughly the size of a banana.

Having difficulty with fluids is not uncommon. I'm 10 weeks post and Water flavor, texture, and temperatures are a constant belly battle. I can say it's all trial and error and just don't give up.

The pain could be gas, if it's the incision port itself, it will take a minute to heal as most likely that's where your belly was removed. The pain eases in about 2 weeks.

Congratulations and good luck