micheller Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 This is a double negative. I can not drink enough during the day but can't drink a lot at one time. I'm thirsty all the time and when I do drink, I just want to chug it down. I had the nissen for reflux so I'm only supposed to have 6-8 oz at a time of food and/or drink every 3-4 hours. I drink way more than that and feel so sick but still horribly thirsty. I can't tolerate thin liquid drinks like water, Gatorade and can't have milk. So what's the best alternative that will kick this thirst in the butt and not make me feel like I'm going to float away? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mully2014 Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 Hi, I get this feeling a lot from my medications and a way to help that thirsty/dry mouth feeling is sucking on some hard candy, mint or sometimes even gum. I hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katybug Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 Can you try soups that may have a thicker consistency but could give you nutrition and fluids at the same time? Like butternut squash soup, potatoe soup, tomato soup. I know the GI issues make it hard.Also, watermelon? Sorbet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janiedelite Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 Can you drink salty fluids, like broth, which may help you retain the fluids you drink longer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annaliese Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 I was excessively thirsty until i went on florinef. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramakentesh Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 I was until I tried licorice on advice of my doctor. That stuff changed my life for five years... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubytuesday Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 Have you been checked for diabetes mellitus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gertie Posted December 8, 2011 Report Share Posted December 8, 2011 What about tomato juice, grape juice, OJ, or vegetable juice? Tea with lemon & sugar is easier for me to drink than plain water. This sounds impossible but plain water seems to give me heartburn. Altho Gatorade serves it's purposeit is vile tasting to me.Does the dr know why you're so thirsty? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheller Posted December 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 I will try the thicker soups and broths. I can't have anything acidic or I will suffer for days! I haven't brought it up to my dr yet, it's only been the last week or two. I will be calling him tomorrow though! It seems to be more in the late afternoon/evening but that is also when my digestive system feels like it's at a halt. Ramakentesh, is the licorice a supplement?Alicia, water gives me crazy reflux/heartburn. It's weird how something so simple can be an enemy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheller Posted December 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 Also towards the end of the day, my calves and ankles feel swollen, tight, and hurt. I'm guessing it's water retention? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janiedelite Posted December 9, 2011 Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 If you're already having problems with fluid retention, it would be best to check with your doctor before adding much sodium to your diet. I'm sorry you're having these problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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