imaginegirl 47 Posted June 3, 2022 What if I can't lose weight before the surgery? To lose 10% of my weight, I need to shed 25 lbs. That's a lot and could take 6 months. Has that happened to anyone? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liveaboard15 1,293 Posted June 3, 2022 i wasnt given a specific amount to loose. Just simply to follow the pre op diet for my specified time of 2 weeks which i lost 11lb during that time. How long is your pre op diet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tomo 1,194 Posted June 3, 2022 If you can't lose weight, it's up to your doctor. I would ask him/her. Some may refuse to do the surgery, while others don't care and are aware how difficult it is for some to lose weight but they give you a goal to work with so you can begin practicing good habits and discipline. For example, if you eat the wrong things after surgery before healing occurs, you can hurt yourself, hence some discipline is needed. Good luck. I wish you a great and successful journey! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darcell76 11 Posted June 3, 2022 I was told to lose 10lbs but I didn’t lose it until my pre-op liquid diet. I actually lost 15lbs in two weeks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
imaginegirl 47 Posted June 3, 2022 I'm still waiting to hear from the surgeon to schedule an appointment. But I'm wanting to get all of my questions written down so I'll be ready when he does schedule. I got it in my head that they required you to lose 10%. Guess that's not true, thank God. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darcell76 11 Posted June 3, 2022 I’m not sure. Each surgeon may have their own requirements I just had my surgery a week ago on the 27th Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
imaginegirl 47 Posted June 4, 2022 @Darcell76, I hope you are doing well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShoppGirl 5,009 Posted June 5, 2022 I wasn’t required to lose a certain amount either. Some people are depending on the doctor and their unique case. Higher BMI may be required to lose to make the surgery safer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bridge1967 42 Posted June 9, 2022 My insurance set parameters for me. Had to see a dietician once a month and not go over my first appt weight. I lost 12 lbs during that time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites