PRE-OP DIET and TESTS
My doctor suggested that I do a Pre-Op diet 2 weeks before the operation. This diet will shrink my liver if I understand correctly, making it easier for them to put the lap-band®.
He gave me a sample meal plan for a 1200 calorie a day diet, and I would have to take 1 serving of Glucerna before every meal.
He suggested I start 2 weeks before operation, but that it would be better If I start earlier. So hence I decided to start almost a month before operation - Dec. 15.
I was also instructed to do a series of tests - Blood Work, Ultrasound, ECG, etc. I will start these tests on the 21st of December.
And lastly, he said there is a mandatory PSYCH Evaluation. Actually, this is what's scaring me, because I don't know what to expect. I haven't been to a Psych Clinic yet. When I hear the word Psych, I think of "crazy". HAHAHA! Oh well, I think it's just a way to check if I am mentally and emotionally ready for this operation.
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