Regaining weight before the surgery, feeling unprepared

[Ahmedito 0]

So I'm having sleeve surgery in three days, and I'm feeling really unprepared. My weight loss was unusual, and I'm not sure how it will affect my post-op.

Here's how it went:

I was at 375 pounds in September and was asked to go down to 345 before I could have surgery.

I lost about 20 pounds following all of the nutritionists recommendations in the next two months.

Then, in December I spent three weeks in the hospital with severe pancreatitis caused by gallstones. Spent the next three months recovering until I had my gallbladder removed in February.

Due to the diet and hospital stay I lost a lot of weight, by the end of the whole process in March was down to 308 pounds.

As I got back on the bariatric surgery path, I haven't really been following the dietary guidelines, since I was way below the required weight (dumb... I know), so in the last couple of months, I've actually been gaining weight, leading up to the surgery. I'm now at around 318, and have surgery in three days. Starting the liquid diet tomorrow.

Feeling confused, and worried. Doctor didn't think it's a big deal. Help!

[sprysmeow 28]

You will do great! You will probably get back to 308 in on the 3 day pre op, that 3 day prep will put you back on track.

[DaleCruse 756]

Stop beating yourself up. That's not helping you. Accept that you've gained a few pounds & put your focus back on eating right & your upcoming surgery.

[nursejackie 24]

I agree. Don't beat yourself up. You were sick and lost a lot of weight fast. You gained a little back but you are on your way to losing big time !