Angry brain and protein battle (aka Lisa enjoys a large glass of whine)

Some people swallow air when they use straws, and it can cause some extreme discomfort.  It can't do any actual damage, but it can feel like it does.  Conversely, there are people who swallow LESS air using a straw, and are able to drink more fluids with one.  My surgeon allowed them from Day 1, but cautioned that if it causes discomfort to stop them and try them again later if we wanted.