Update on my dehydration

Jen, right THERE is a complication that necessitates a visit to the ER - a real physical reason why you were not able to do what you were supposed to!   Anything else is just an excuse!

Indeed.  I posted my experience as a reminder that there can be a medical reason why liquids won't stay down.  Even though I couldn't drink normally before the stricture,  I would not have become dehydrated.  It is ridiculous to think drinking fluids is optional.   

30 minutes to go to the back is not a long time.  You were dehydrated not having a heart attack.  I have waited 6-8 hours in a ER before.  

I wasn't complaining I was very happy and surprised by it bc I expected to be waiting for hours. 

I had my gastric bypass on 9/4 and am currently having trouble with both protein and liquids. Anything I add to water seems extremely sweet . Crystal light, mio, any other suggestions

Broth.  Either regular (like swanson brand) or the unjury chicken flavored--which would also get you your protein. 

Use about one forth of what is recommended for flavor. I find crystal light or actually any flavoring too sweet and strong if I use it as directed.

Chicken or beef broth, either plain or with a scoop of unflavored protein added, was a very welcome change from all the sweet flavors. Bariatric Advantage has an Iced Latte protein.  Unjury has a chicken soup protein drink and the vanilla is also a nice change from the sweet fruity stuff.