I'm just wondering...

I am almost 3 months post op and remember being told that I cannot have carbonated drinks (diet pepsi, etc) and chew gum. Is this a forever thing, or just for fresh post ops? Take Care, Roxanne

Hi Roxanne! Well each doc has different rules so I'd ask your doc/nutritionist... I am 4 months out and I can drink carbonated stuff to an extent but it tends to make my pouch hurt... I just tend to stay away from it totally now but a little bit shouldn't hurt you if you really want some diet pepsi... Just let the fizz out so you don't become a gas bubble... When I have drank it I just take a spoon and stir it to help get the carbonation out or leave it sit opened before sipping... I chew gum all the time (just use the sugar free kind)... I think most of the strict rules are for new post ops... I still watch what I put in my mouth tho and avoid sugars in general... Goodluck on your journey hon! Chelle In NNY

i dont do either but the gum o belive can get stuck easily at support meetings i have heard a few people say that it got stuck so for now im staying away but forever i dunno good question!!! julie k

I was told definately NEVER touch carbonated drinks again, because it can stretch the pouch. However with Gum, I don't know. I'm a gum addict, however I've always chewed sugar free gum. As for getting stuck..I don't know what that means unless you swallow your gum..which I never do..so I don't know about it. I am pretty sure I'm gunna chew gum anyways after my surgery, since it'll be sugar free..

Hi Roxanne, I was told that I had to give up carbonated drinks forever. It will stretch the pouch. The only way I would have it is if it was totally flat. As far as gum is concerned...I chew sugarless gum all the time. I haven't swallowed a piece in about 30 years so...i guess i'm safe! Have a great day! Gail

Roxanne I dont do soda, honestly...I miss it, but not worth the risks.....Dr's orders Sooooo Ill go without. I doo chew gum.......all the time !!! I would ask your doctor again about the gum , but I am sure the soda is a forever thing.......at least it is for me. Have a Great Day Brenny

Hi Roxanne soda is gone forever for me....I have heard if you want alittle bit it should be flat but I rather do without.... As for the gum...I have seen here on the board even thou the Doctor said no gum they accidently swallowed it and that cause a blockage in the opening of your pouch....so that is also a but you should talk to your surgeon about it if you are very concerned about it....each doc is different... I wish you luck in your quest for the answer.... Christine 346/-85