Pre-Op Diet

[BrownsugarNY 30]

I just started my pre-op diet 12/8 officially although I’ve been weening my way off of caffeine, sugary foods and I’m allowed one low calorie meal for dinner but I’m curious if you don’t lose the pre-op weight that the surgeon set will they deny you the surgery?

[DaleCruse 756]

It depends. The surgeon wants to see progress. Some will set an unrealistic goal & gauge how the patient reacts. If the patient reacts positively, the surgeon has an idea that the person will fight to lose weight & has the will to keep it off. If the patient decides this is impossible, the doctor knows that person isn't a good candidate.

Bottom line: Do the best you can & have a can-do attitude. Together those will go a long way.

Good luck!

[glomom23 10]

My Dietician told me I needed to lose 5 pounds on my liquid diet or she would postpone my surgery...not to sure about the truth of it but I am taking it seriously and as of this morning I am down five pounds.

[Nessam23 5]

Yay!! i started mines on the 10th! im glad to have found someone along the same timeline