tia92 7 Posted November 16, 2014 So I first got referred for bariatric surgery in the uk January 2014 . I got my first appointment October 2014 for my initial assessment am on tier 3 weight management programme . Next appointment is December 2014 for a group seminar about diet post op back In feb 2015 for seminar about different types of surgery available . Then I will wait for another appointment then I guess I will be meeting with surgeon , psychiatrist , dietitian, anaesthetist etc.. Get the go ahead then wait for a surgery date . It has been such a long journey but I'm really ready for this now . No idea when the actual surgery date will be around anyone have any rough ideas from previous experiences ? Any similar stories I'd love to hear . Any advice welcomed . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Marusek 5,244 Posted November 17, 2014 Begin walking exercise now, it will help the recovery process go smoothly. After the operation, you will be asked to not take caffeine or carbonated beverages. I had a 6 diet Coke a day habit before surgery. I went cold turkey 6 months before surgery and had major withdrawal syndrome with severe headaches that lasted over a week. This withdrawal syndrome is common with people. It is better to go cold turkey now and suffer for a week than add this complication right after surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tia92 7 Posted November 17, 2014 Ok thanks . Am not fizzy drinks person though . I've started juicing fruits and vegetables to increase my 5 a day . I'm a vegetarian so my main obstacle will be avoiding carbs like bread , Pasta , rice , potatoes is basically what I've been use to and is not really going to be ideal post op ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
