Having trouble getting the liquids in!

[merryflower]

It has been 16 days since my surgery, but I got covid 2 days post op. I still nap often due to fatigue. I am having a hard time getting fluids and protein in. HELP. I am also having gas pain.

 

[missyinacage]

I was given one ounce cups and told to drink one every 15 minutes. It worked for me, probably because an ounce looks & seems do-able when 64 ounces just doesn't. You can use a shot glass. Very early on, even if you get in an ounce every 20 or 30 minutes, it's progress. I hope you are feeling better soon.

 

[NewChallenge]

Walk around as much as you can for the gas pain. At least that is what seemed to help me. The water drinking took a bit for me to get it all in.

Please do work on your water you do not want to end up dehydrated. Sorry about your COVID to add to your healing time

 

[KarenWV]

Omg I cannot even imagine dealing with Covid after the trauma your body and mind is going through as you heal from your surgery. I have tears in my eyes just trying to wrap my head around this. Sorry, I'm actually crying about this; it's really affected me so emotionally. God Bless you & give you the strength to deal with all of this. My husband & I are praying for you.

Using a shot glass or 1-2 oz medicine cup to help you with your water intake is a great idea. Sip sip sip is the best method I found to get the water down pretty easily. It keeps you from swallowing too much air which can make it uncomfortable as the water goes down your esophagus. You might want to try protein water to help increase your protein amount. Good luck with everything.