I have had my operation but I feel so thirsty all the time
After
your gastric bypass operation it is understandable if
you feel very thirsty, especially if it is summer. You
are not able to gulp large amounts of fluid any more
and therefore we need you to sip your drinks and take
it really slowly. Gulping fluids will cause the fluid
to often come back up into your mouth, so take a sports
bottle, one with a little cap, filled with water or some
sugar free cordial and sip throughout the day, keeping
it topped up you can make sure you are getting enough.
We like you to drink about two litres a day.
Answers provided by Denise Thomas, Streamline Surgical dietitian
