Band/Plication Revision to Bypass at 61

bunnyboop · April 28, 2017

Patience. The 2-week pre-surgery diet differs for everyone as to whether you're allowed some solids along with Protein Shakes or just Protein shakes. I was allowed some solids (lean Proteins, veggies, and fruit)nd, and I only had to do the last 2-days before surgery with only protein shakes. However, this said, I've read that it's just the first week on Liquid Protein that's hard -- the 2nd week is a lot easier. So, hang in there and whatever you do, don't cheat. Your surgeon wants you on liquids for a reason and you owe it to the person who will hold your life in their hands to do what they ask of you. After surgery it's easier, because you won't be hungry and it's hard to get everything in that they want you to. I'm now on mushies, and frankly, aside from head hunger, my appetite just isn't there. You will get through the pre-op part -- we all do one way or another. If you need support, let me know -- I'm right with you. You won't be sorry you're doing this. Hang in there.

Bunny

Sparky951 · May 2, 2017

I am 62 went from the band to by pass surgery was on April 12 was at 320 now at 287 needless to say I had no complications except I was allergic to the pain meds