Post op Day 2
It is probably related to the anesthesia that is still in your body and the painkillers you're taking. I had a hard time taking deep breaths for a couple days, but it passed. Definitely sip sip sip. It took me a while to get used to it. Every once in a while, I still gulp, but it doesn't hurt. Discomfort yes, Pain no.
I'm 10 days out now. The first week was HELL. But I've started going to full liquids and am feeling much stronger. Next stop: mushies! :)