Eating and drinking post gastrectomy

Hi

I had a partial gastrectomy in January and have a glass of wine with food when I am out.  It’s over a longer period of time than when eating at home and it’s been fine.  

I usually skip the starter and start drinking the glass of wine while my husband has a starter.  I then have a smaller main course.

I tried a small glass at home before trying it when we were eating out.  The only thing I noticed is I feel the effects of the wine quicker!

Good luck!

I had a total gastrectomy in Aug 15. I have a glass of wine with a meal although I take my time and make it last. I have been married 35yrs but my husband says he’s keeping me because I am cheap to take out as I have a small portion or a children’s meal and 1 glass of wine. Ha ha. Jac was right when she said that you will feel the effects much quicker. My first holiday abroad was also in Majorca. I had printed the card in Spanish from the OPA asking for a child’s portion and all the restaurants were so accommodating offering me the option of a small portion or something from the child’s menu. Hope you enjoy your holiday. 

Take care

Donna. Xx

Thanks Ladies x

Hello. I had my total gastrectomy in June 18. I can have some drinking with the meals but need to keep the balance between both eating and drink. You get to know yourself better with time and what can and cannot do. 

Can I ask what is the OPA? And where can I find the letter? Thanks

Hi. In answer to your question the OPA is Oesophageal Patients Association. They deal with both Oesophageal and stomach cancers. They can be found online.  If you contact them they will send you an information pack which includes the cards to show in restaurants. Hope this helps. 

Take care

Donna. Xx

Thank you Donna xx

I had my operation in August and like you have been cautious about eating and drinking together. Can now manage

to drink a bottle of Budweiser or tea when eating no problem, no diarrhoea or anything, just take your time with it.

Can also eat medium sized portions now and like you practically no dumping now. 

That’s great, thanks Pat01