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A: After surgery, you can have ice chips to help with nausea from the anesthesia. After a few hours, you can have sips of water or clear fluids. You can have a more substantial meal after your bowel is awake, usually the day after surgery.
The medical staff will know if your bowel is awake by listening to your belly with a stethoscope. When they hear “bowel sounds,” you can eat, because your body will be ready to digest food. When you are ready to eat, each room has a room service menu from which you can order. Be aware that you may have dietary restrictions after your surgery.
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