Dansha 16 Posted August 3, 2010 (edited) Today I went to the hospital for my lab workup, chest x-ray, and EKG. That was 7:30 this morning. I just received a call from my surgeon's office and the nurse stated my potassium levels are to low and they might have to cancel my surgery if I can not bring them up. They are calling in a script as I am writing this. I NEED to start taking this medication immediately. I have waited and waited for this and now......:sad0: My emotions have been up and down lately and this seems like a crushing blow to me.... I feel like crying. My level is at 3.3 and they want at least 3.6. My surgery is in two weeks. The nurse said they will take lab work again the day of surgery. If still to low, they will have to cancel. Peeps I need some words of encouragement. Thanks for listening. Deb Edited August 3, 2010 by Dansha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cknorte 7 Posted August 3, 2010 Are you on pre-op diet? you can add potassium to your diet with bananas and tomatoes.....or go to the health store and by some potassium supplement. Remember if you take the supplement to start out slowly...they usually sell it mixed with magnessium, so getting the "runs" is a normal consequence if you start of on too much.... Hope all goes well and that your levels are what they need to be for surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dansha 16 Posted August 3, 2010 Are you on pre-op diet? you can add potassium to your diet with bananas and tomatoes.....or go to the health store and by some potassium supplement. Remember if you take the supplement to start out slowly...they usually sell it mixed with magnessium, so getting the "runs" is a normal consequence if you start of on too much.... Hope all goes well and that your levels are what they need to be for surgery. I just started my pre-op diet yesterday. Nothing but Protein shakes, 1 low fat yogurt, 1 cup of skim milk and of course sugar free Jello and popsicles. Thanks for the kind words. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Was a humpty dumpty 35 Posted August 3, 2010 I had the same thing happen 4 days before I was scheduled for a hysterectomy. I was freaking out because I wanted it out. Take some potassium pills, drink a lot of orange juice. I able to get my levels up in a couple of days. Also have them check again in a couple of days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lizajane2000 1 Posted August 3, 2010 Just look, it is just 0.3 away and I think with medicine you can get it up at least to where it should be. My husband had problems with his potassium after his heat stroke and he had to take supplement and Cknorte is right diarrhea is a definite side effect. My husband was able to get his back up after the potassium supplement. I sending good thoughts your way!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lamsunshine 2 Posted August 3, 2010 Today I went to the hospital for my lab workup, chest x-ray, and EKG. That was 7:30 this morning. I just received a call from my surgeon's office and the nurse stated my potassium levels are to low and they might have to cancel my surgery if I can not bring them up. They are calling in a script as I am writing this. I NEED to start taking this medication immediately. I have waited and waited for this and now......:sad0: My emotions have been up and down lately and this seems like a crushing blow to me.... I feel like crying. My level is at 3.3 and they want at least 3.6. My surgery is in two weeks. The nurse said they will take lab work again the day of surgery. If still to low, they will have to cancel. Peeps I need some words of encouragement. Thanks for listening. Deb Deb, I totally understand, but my surgery was cancelled until I don't know when. Just keep your spirits up, and start taking the potassium supplements, and it will all work out. :sad0: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maddie 9 Posted August 4, 2010 I know this is so scary and frustrating after all you had to go through to get to this point. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there and believe it will work out. hugs, Maddie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeve 4 me 910 Posted August 4, 2010 O nooo! I would also suggest eating some bananas...I pray everything works out for you :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
emilygrace 5 Posted August 4, 2010 Don't worry honey, it's very easy to get potassium up in a few doses, you have a couple of weeks. You'll be fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Donna4545 13 Posted August 4, 2010 Pop those potassium pills and I'll be praying for you! Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelkie 0 Posted August 4, 2010 You will be fine. You aren't that low. Take the pills they give you, and you will be where you need to be soon. Take care, and good luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laylasmojo 10 Posted August 4, 2010 I know you will be able to get it to where they want you should also try adding some bananas to your protien shake that way your not really going of you r pre op diet. Good Luck!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YOLANDA240 13 Posted August 4, 2010 Today I went to the hospital for my lab workup, chest x-ray, and EKG. That was 7:30 this morning. I just received a call from my surgeon's office and the nurse stated my potassium levels are to low and they might have to cancel my surgery if I can not bring them up. They are calling in a script as I am writing this. I NEED to start taking this medication immediately. I have waited and waited for this and now......:sad0: My emotions have been up and down lately and this seems like a crushing blow to me.... I feel like crying. My level is at 3.3 and they want at least 3.6. My surgery is in two weeks. The nurse said they will take lab work again the day of surgery. If still to low, they will have to cancel. Peeps I need some words of encouragement. Thanks for listening. Deb Don't let this get you down, I know you can get you numbers up and keep your surgery date. Keep your head up, don't cry...:001_tongue::thumbup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SarahD. 0 Posted August 4, 2010 This is probably very frustrating for you. But look on the bright side...potassium is fairly easy to increase and you are only .3 away! Add a banana and take the supplements they give you. It will all be alright and work out! Hang in there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kuwait sleever 0 Posted August 4, 2010 eat lots of bananas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites