after stomach surgery what does it mean the stomach is sleeping?!
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It probably means that peristalsis has not yet returned. Peristalsis is rhythmic movement of the intestinal tract.
Normally your stomach and intestines are moving, even when you're not aware of it. Someone placing a stethoscope over your abdomen can hear the noise they make.
This movement is needed for your stomach to empty. If you eat or drink while your intestines are "asleep," or not moving, you'll vomit, because there's no way for your stomach to empty into your intestines.
After surgery, especially surgery on your stomach, it's normal for your intestines and stomach to be "asleep" even after you're awake. It's normal for it to take a day or so before you can eat.
Occasionally the process takes longer than a day. Sometimes it's necessary to use a tube into the stomach to empty it, to relieve pressure.
When a person is allowed to eat again, he should try to "take it slow." Start with water or a clear fluid like tea or apple juice. Sip slowly, no more than a cup or so. Then wait. If he feels okay and doesn't vomit, he can have some more.
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