Question:
does water hurt going down?

Hi, every since my lap rny, 5-25-00, I crave water like never before..but the bad part is that I cant drink cold water on an empty stomach..I hurts soooo bad that I have to lay down..I always have to eat first, then drink water. Has anyone out there had this problem? THANKS, ANGEL    — Angel G. (posted on June 25, 2000)

June 25, 2000
I too drink a lot of water I can't seem to get enough water. If I drink it too fast it hurts going down. So I try and take my time and drink slowly. I can't eat and drink at the same time. I wait at least an half hour after i eat before I drink. Or I drink before I eat. I tried to eat and drink at the same time and but if the food don't go down then the water won't go down either. It get stuck in my throat.
   — Sharon T.

June 25, 2000
Hey Angel: I also had Lap RNY and don't know if that is the reason you crave water. I think it is probably true for many. I also crave liquids. I drank only tap water without ice for many months because I got so cold. Now I am drinking ice water again. I always add a wedge of lemon--even to the room temp. water. Try to drink before and up to eating and then wait at least 30-45 min. after eating to drink again. I am 9 months post op and can drink a lot of water fast. Try the warmer water and see if it helps. Good Luck.
   — Dot W.

June 25, 2000
Hi Angel, I too have a hard time with REALLY cold water. Sometimes when I wake up in the middle of the night I get a drink of water and boy does it hurt my tummy. It almost feels like a cramping sensation. But it only lasts for a few minutes, enough time for my body to *warm* the water up, then the cramping feeling disappears. Good Luck...
   — Marni

June 25, 2000
I have the same problem-only with water. It feels like a ton of bricks when it hits my stomach and then my stomach 'clenches' it for a few moments-then it is gone. I only have this problem with water and ususally when I have not eaten or drank anything else. Does it get better??? I have an appointment with my Dr. today and will ask him-I am 3 weeks post-op..
   — Tamara F.

June 28, 2000
When I drink water fast it hurts sometimes going down. Try sipping. That seems to help me.
   — Barbara P.