Can pouch stretch with too much water?
i am 10 days post op. Went to NUT today who said drinking water too fast. I can drink 16 ounces in 20 minutes. I thought I was lucky to be able to drink water so easily when read others troubles getting down an ounce in 15 minutes. What are the chances I stretched my pouch? I asked the NUT and she thought I was fine but just thought I'd check here too. Will definitely drink water slower from now on.
RNY 2/24/15
No, you can't stretch your pouch drinking water. If your nutritionist thinks you can, you need to find a registered dietician that has a clue about anatomy after RNY. Your pouch is shaped kinda like a funnel. Liquids go right through. That's why they tell you not to drink with meals.
Kelly
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