small sips

Hi I had my band put in on Thursday.  I have been sipping water and powerade but I feel like every sip is putting air in my new pouch and I feel pressure. (I'm not using a straw).  Is this  a normal sensation?

Hi JoMixx,
Congratulations on your surgery!  I don't know if it's "normal" but I know I had trouble drinking for several days after surgery due to the swelling.  I was constantly afraid I was going to gulp too much and it did cause pressure even when I took small sips.  You really do need to stay on it though and keep hydrated.
At my first follow-up appt, my doctor "gave me permission" to take slightly bigger drinks, and it made me feel better. (By then I was less swollen too.  So when in doubt, ask the doctor (that goes for everything).
Good luck!

Thanks so much! I've been worried that I was damaging my pouch.

I totally agree with Nancy.  It's probably due to all the swelling.  It gets better over time.  The key to everything is staying hydrated during this phase of the game.  Try drinking warmer things instead of cold.  It goes down a bit easier.  My best friend during the clear liquid phase was broth.  I loved it back then now I'm just sick of it... LOL.

If it worsen where you can't even swallow your own saliva, call your surgeon.  They may have to see/ follow up with you sooner.

Take care and wishing you all the best!
Jan

Your also feeling pressure due to the stomach being swelled and gas in your belly.  It will get better.  Congrads.

Hi--

I had the same problem, when i took tiny sips I got a lot of air, and not only that, but I couldn't *burp* to relieve it.....It took some practice, but eventually I was able to drink without getting so much air, and as I healed I was able to *burp* again.  I haven't realy had any problems since.

Good luck and welcome to the bansdter club!