Question:
I am ssssoooooooo thirsty!

I drink the right amount of water. Any tips for a drink?    — MarkietaKennedy (posted on October 31, 2002)

October 31, 2002
Suck on sugar free ice pops. I didn't care for them before surgery, but early post op they were my best friend. They keep your mouth and throat nice and moist. Best of luck! -Kim open RNY 7/17/01 -137
   — KimBo36

October 31, 2002
Since it's only been about 10 days or so since your surgery you are probably still experiencing some operative dehydration - even though you are drinking the "right amount" of water. Just keep sipping away and it should pass in another week or two. I found that drinking some Crystal Light Pink Lemonade - watered down - really helped relieve the dry throat better than anything else did. Congrats on coming over to the losing side!
   — [Deactivated Member]

October 31, 2002
I would disregard what you think is the right amount of water... DRINK, DRINK, DRINK. Have water with you at ALL TIMES. NEVER BE WITHOUT IT. Have it by your bed at night and drink as much as you can every time you wake up. Personally I don't think you can get enough the first couple of months. I remember that thirst... it's terrible. You can drink fast or much at a time, so it's important to drink constantly.
   — Danmark

November 1, 2002
Doctors say that, by the time you actually feel thirsty, your body is already dehydrated and is crying out for fluids. Yes, the recommended water intake has always been 64 oz., but I think it should be even higher for post-ops who had the RNY, since they are eating very little food, and food is a normal source of additional fluids. If you're still feeling thirsty on 64 oz., try 72 oz. or even 80 oz. Go up until you no longer feel thirst. Water "toxemia" doesn't "kick in" until you're drinking about a gallon of water per day. Only then does water become harmful to your body.
   — Terissa R.

November 1, 2002
Snowcones! Hawaiian Shaved Ice.com has some great sugar free snow cone flavors and a terriffic ice shaver. This is what really got me through the thirsty times.
   — Amber L.