How am I going to drink if I'm asleep???

I have an illness and chronic fatigue is a serious side effect. Sometimes I'm only awake 7-9 hrs a day. I'm worried about post op and about getting in all my liquids and protein.
Has anyone experienced this? What did your doc tell u to do? I'm hoping to have a vsg.
Thanks

Surely your surgeon knows that you are chronically ill -- and cannot follow protocol?

Well that's what I'm wondering, will he somehow alter the plan so I don't have to consume as much liquid?

 Your body needs what your body needs.  A doctor's note isn't going to get you off the hook for that.  Perhaps wls isn't a good option for you if you are unable to care for yourself as a post op.

"doctors note"? "off the hook?"

WTF ?

I was asking if anyone had a similar experience or condition....isn't that what the Obesity Help forum for???

Thanks to those other members that offered sincere advice.

 Help isn't always puppies and rainbows, and yes, I'm sincere even though I didn't pat you on your widdle head.  You're not even scheduled for surgery yet, and are bringing up excuses as to why you cannot be successful.  Why do you point out problems and not brainstorm for solutions?  What will your doc say?   Why not "What can you do for yourself"????

Let's see, you can set an alarm for yourself, take what you need and go back to sleep.  It's that easy!  It's not going to be pleasant.  It isn't for anyone the first several months, but we do things sometimes because we HAVE to.  If you're not willing to consider such a simple solution, then your problems are way bigger.

Bottom line -  If you are unable to care for yourself as a post-op patient, then you need to find another solution.  

I'm not sure, but if you could fit in the 8 cup minimum in your 7-9 hours then, had a glass of water beside you at all times and sipped whne you stirred, maybe it would work?

You might want to consider a different form of WLS. I have a DS, which means I have a Sleeved (VSG) stomach, but larger, plus an intestinal bypass to make up for my greater eating capacity. I've been able to drink 6-8 ounces AT ONCE since I was about 2 weeks post-op.

BTW, the DS has the very best long-term, maintained weight-loss stats, too. You really should research it before you make your final decision.

its only the first few weeks you really have to worry about trying to get yoru fluids in because of the swelling and restriction....  talk with your surgeon adn see what they say , to prevent dehydraton you ave to have a certian amoutn of fluid..... I also  kept a water bottle by me at all times and siped everytime I got stired during the night,  I also still do that ,  i can get about 20 oz of water in during the niight... lol

That does make me feel better. I get up often in the night to pee or take pain meds and I always have water beside me. Unfortunately during my daytime sleep I sleep like a ROCK! So that's what I was worried about..getting in all the fluids when I am awake and not being able to chug water like I do now. Thanks guys