Question:
Will I still be able to drink liquids with a straw after surgery?

I have very sensitive teeth and need to use a straw when drinking cold liquids. Will this be ok after surgery? (RNY)    — Kim F. (posted on September 21, 2000)

September 21, 2000
I know that at St. Lukes here in Phoenix they have us drink out of a toddlers sippy cup for a few days and we eat with a baby spoon at first as well.
   — Pam S.

September 21, 2000
To what I have heard you cant use them cause it puts air in your stomach and can cause you pain.
   — Stacey Ann S.

September 21, 2000
I'm 11 months post op and use a straw all the time with no problems.
   — kaydeeb16

September 21, 2000
The surgeons don't want you to drink from a straw because you take in too much air. Instead they ask you to take small sips from a cup.
   — PrettyHotAndTempting

September 21, 2000
I just had to answer because I was sipping my slimfast through a straw as I read my e-mail this morning. Yes you can use a straw after RNY. I had mine 6/23/00 and I think I do better with the straw (less air swallowed). Good Luck! I have been very pleased with my decision to have surgery and I hope you will be too.
   — Andrea P.