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April 18th! This is my first posting (I've been lurking and reading for months. :) ). I'm nervous that I'll fail, but I have to have to believe that I can do this! It seemed so far off- and now it's just over a week away. WOW, how did that happen?!!?? as far as prep goes, my surgeon has a 1400 calorie day diet but I've been using Protein Drinks (1-2) a day and a small meal. It's just easier for me. My biggest hurdle is trying to get over this darn bronchitis which threatens to push my surgery back if my primary care dr doesn't clear me for surgery next week! I've talked with my work about going out for the month and this would be just a mess if I have to move it! I've been taking everything religiously- and while I'm better it's still lingering! I can't wait to get on the other side!!s

I hope you get feeling better soon! My surgery is on the 18th also and I JUST got over the flu. I went to my pre admission testing and when she took my temp I nearly passed out from holding my breath (I couldn't breathe through my nose and had to keep my mouth closed) lol. I was so scared they would push back my surgery as well. Keep us updated!

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Well at my prep testing they said they aren't sure I'll have it done the 18th.:( my lungs sound terrible according to the anesthesia dr. I'm starting on inhalers and I'm to report in Monday, and see my pcp on Wednesday. I'm hoping the inhalers make a huge difference. I understand their point. It's hard enough without this added stress.

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I'm on 4/21. I'm getting this done at UChicago, and my doc just has me on a very restrictive pre-op diet. I think it hits the same calories and nutrients as the liquid diets do, but we eat solid food as normal. Very high Protein, very low cal, very low fat and carbs. It's...unpleasant, but now I'm looking at as a challenge. If people can fast for a month, I can do this.

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I'm on 4/21. I'm getting this done at UChicago, and my doc just has me on a very restrictive pre-op diet. I think it hits the same calories and nutrients as the liquid diets do, but we eat solid food as normal. Very high Protein, very low cal, very low fat and carbs. It's...unpleasant, but now I'm looking at as a challenge. If people can fast for a month, I can do this.

I'm in the burbs Tracie! My day is the 20th. All liquid for me. Have a low cal snack for me right now if you can. Day 2 and I'm already so sick of these shakes I could barf!

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I'm on 4/21. I'm getting this done at UChicago, and my doc just has me on a very restrictive pre-op diet. I think it hits the same calories and nutrients as the liquid diets do, but we eat solid food as normal. Very high Protein, very low cal, very low fat and carbs. It's...unpleasant, but now I'm looking at as a challenge. If people can fast for a month, I can do this.

I'm in the burbs Tracie! My day is the 20th. All liquid for me. Have a low cal snack for me right now if you can. Day 2 and I'm already so sick of these shakes I could barf!

Me too @PissiChrissi. I'm in NWI, in Munster. Where's your surgery?

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I'm on 4/21. I'm getting this done at UChicago, and my doc just has me on a very restrictive pre-op diet. I think it hits the same calories and nutrients as the liquid diets do, but we eat solid food as normal. Very high Protein, very low cal, very low fat and carbs. It's...unpleasant, but now I'm looking at as a challenge. If people can fast for a month, I can do this.

I'm in the burbs Tracie! My day is the 20th. All liquid for me. Have a low cal snack for me right now if you can. Day 2 and I'm already so sick of these shakes I could barf!
Me too @PissiChrissi. I'm in NWI, in Munster. Where's your surgery?
At Alexian Brothers in Elk Grove. You're going to the City?

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I'm also dealing with possible bronchitis! My surgery is scheduled for April 26th. I have a doctors appointment with my PCP on Monday so I'm keeping my fingers crossed that this isn't too bad. I'm going in for pre-op testing on Wednesday. Resting as much as possible and getting in as much Water as I can.

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I'm on 4/21. I'm getting this done at UChicago, and my doc just has me on a very restrictive pre-op diet. I think it hits the same calories and nutrients as the liquid diets do, but we eat solid food as normal. Very high Protein, very low cal, very low fat and carbs. It's...unpleasant, but now I'm looking at as a challenge. If people can fast for a month, I can do this.

I'm in the burbs Tracie! My day is the 20th. All liquid for me. Have a low cal snack for me right now if you can. Day 2 and I'm already so sick of these shakes I could barf!
Me too @PissiChrissi. I'm in NWI, in Munster. Where's your surgery?
At Alexian Brothers in Elk Grove. You're going to the City?

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Yep! University of Chicago. I didn't like the program at my hometown hospital. I wasn't impressed with the support staff and the surgeon seemed like an a-hole. I LOVE UC

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Who's getting excited?!

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I'm starting to panic, today starts my 10 day countdown, yikes!!!

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4/26 :)

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I'm set for 4/13 ...no time yet. Started my program in May 2015 so it's been a long process. The nice part is that there is no pre op diet per say. Only Clear liquids the day before. Even I can do that. . . Jello counts.

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I'm April 13 as well, with only one day of clear liquid. I'm relived because I've heard so many that have had to go two weeks with Clear Liquids before surgery. Let me know how your surgery goes.
How did you make out @@BillsMafia? I'm home and feeling awful. Hope you're doing well.

When did you start your process? Did your ins co have any requirements ?

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@@mskittykat03 I'm feeling really good, just a little soreness. I'm not taking any pain/nausea meds. I'm sorry you're not feeling good. Each day will get better!

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