IrishAnna 0 Posted January 24, 2006 I am being banded Feb 7th but am a bit concerned that I don't have to do a pre diet, is this ok? Anna Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parvathi 2 Posted January 24, 2006 Each surgeon is different with regards to their requirements. My doctor insisted I do an Optifast (diet drink) diet for two weeks before surgery. He said it was to ensure my liver wasn't too fatty. Perhaps it would put your mind at ease to just ask your doctor why he doesn't require it? Or watch what you eat til surgery? Or ... thank the heavens you don't have to lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IrishAnna 0 Posted January 24, 2006 Hi Jess Thank you for your reply. I have every intention of pigging out the night before! Do I at least have to fast from midnight the night before? Anna Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexandra 55 Posted January 24, 2006 Any surgery typically requires that you have nothing by mouth for 12 hours prior to general anaesthesia. You'll probably get those instructions from the doctor as you get closer to your surgery date. As Parvathi said, not all docs require a preop diet, and even those who do don't prescribe it for everyone. We're all difference. I didn't have any pre-op diet instructions at all, except "don't gain weight." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iluvharleys 15 Posted January 24, 2006 I didn't have to have a pre-diet either, so don't worry. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MyKdsDad 1 Posted January 24, 2006 DW did the one week low fat liquid pre-op. Thank goodness she's moved on to the mushies. And starting Thursday.....SOLIDS!!! woooohooooo! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
