Okay,
So the pain with drinking is NORMAL. To be expected, which is why they tell us to take it sooooo slow. I find that now I am almost 2 weeks out, I can drink better with no pain. However, WATER (of all things) still hurts if I try to drink it too fast. I find that slightly thicker liquids go down much much better.
Also- I shared I was having a pounding heart when I drank my protein drinks. My surgeon DID respond, and told me that esp with thicker liquids, they do not empty out as quickly, so I am probably ending up with some of the drink in my esophagus. He said this will not only trigger a pounding heart, but some of that feeling is also esophageal spasms. So the cure? THINNER liquids, SLOWER drinking. No prob!
Also, MsReady- relax. I know you are super worried about complications which is totally normal. But don't stress yourself out- you are so close!!! Try to relax and have faith, do a lot of praying. I have faith you will come through surgery with flying colors and do wonderfully! I have a nice warm spot here right next to me on this loser's bench- ready for you!!
Hope this helps!