It’s been a week after gastric bypass surgery and I’m on thick liquids not taking pain meds much anymore but every time I drink or have my soups my stomach hurts a lot. Protein shakes are really sweet and hurt my stomach even water and popsicles. Plus I’m lactose intolerant and sensitive to corn ingredients so I stay away from those so I know that’s not where the pain is coming from. Anyone else have pain after eating or drinking post op?

Edited November 22, 20223 yr by RoyallyElevated

I did for quite a while. What I found helpful was to have a cup of warm tea first thing in the morning. Even now, 6 months later, I tend to fare better having a warm drink before having breakfast.

Thanks I will try this tomorrow

Warm drinks are often more soothing in general. Try room temp water & even warming your shakes a little too. Anything too cold would make my tummy sort of clench - can be a lot for our healing tummy to cope with.

But if the pain persists or you think it’s more pain than you should have, have a chat with your surgeon.

Our taste & sometimes smell can become more sensitive to certain things. I didn’t enjoy the shakes either. Had one a day & then ate soups (broths, consommés, etc.) for other ‘meals’.