I Cheated On My Pre Op Diet! Yikes!

[laulau2199 5]

I cheated on my pre op diet. I was suppose to be on liquids for the last 2 weeks and I actually snuck food in a few times. Has anyone else done this? Do you think the doc will cancel surgery? I am so disappointed in myself:(

[Kerra 4]

I did not have a preop liquid diet - all surgeons have different requirements. I don't think it will keep you from having surgery- they are just trying to shrink your liver a bit to make for easier access during the surgery. I would say you are fine as long as you aren't gaining weight.

[laulau2199 5]

Oh I am happy to hear that! I actually lost 8lbs in 7 days so I should be fine! Thanks!

[SageTracey 608]

Yes, it is about shrinking your liver. Concentrate on doing your best with the pre op as that is really important to getting your surgery for the surgeons who order it. Plus it is an indication of your ability or willingness to make the necessary lifestyle changes to success with your band.

[marielalora 17]

I cheat to one day b4 my surgery lol I eat a Cuban sandwich n I don't have complication thanz god

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[brlgirl 112]

I cheated on my pre op diet. I was suppose to be on liquids for the last 2 weeks and I actually snuck food in a few times. Has anyone else done this? Do you think the doc will cancel surgery? I am so disappointed in myself:(

I was on a 2 week pre-op plan which included 2 Protein Shakes and 1 sensible meal. I did a major "cheat" one week before my surgery...went to CiCi's pizza with my 3 year old. After eating 2 pieces of pizza I decided it wasn't worth it and ate salad. The next day I got back on "program" and when I went to the surgical center I had lost 15 pounds total (the center expects patients to loose at least 10). I didn't feel bad at all...but now know that I need to really be careful about what I eat. Don't beat yourself up about it. Get back on the program and you'll do great.