Post-Surgery Travel

[Ceej0505 2]

I am scheduled for revision from sleeve to rny on Aug 10th. My question is, how soon is it safe to travel? I am scheduled for a long driving trip about week 7 post surgery. (Trip was scheduled months before gettin insurance approval and surgery date.) I plan on taking frequent breaks and overnight stops as well as sharing driving responsibilities. Is there any real concerns as long as I follow diet and Fluid intake protocols? I recovered quickly after my sleeve surgery, but I have no idea what to expect with the revision. Did any of you travel soon after surgery?

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[Arabesque 7,313]

By week 7 you should be fine. But yes, breaks each day would be an idea just in case. You may find it helps to take some food with you Take a little esky with you to keep things cold & restock with ice each day (unless you’ll have access to a freezer to refreeze ice bricks). Pick up yoghurt from grocery stores, pack some shakes, Meal Replacement Soups, cheese, Jerky, Protein Bars, etc. just in case you struggle to find suitable Protein rich & plan friendly food as you travel.

Enjoy your trip.

[kcuster83 1,504]

I took a day trip the first week after surgery. I just packed a small cooler bag with waters and Protein Drinks. We went to lunch and I had Soup. Walked around the outlets shopping, I did pretty good just got tired quick.

I have since spent weekends away out of town, now onto normal foods. You just have to look over menu's and don't hesitate to ask for substitutions. I ordered a side of broccoli and took 1 bite and realized it had so much butter it was ridiculous. Now, I always remember to order my vegetables plain or get fresh veggies on the side.

I always take Protein Shakes with me, to make sure I balance and meet my Protein goals.

[Flab-U-Less Forever 140]

At six weeks post RNY, I went to the Turks and Caicos for a week. Absolutely no problems. Just preplan for food and you should be good.

[Ceej0505 2]

Thank you all for your kind responses and tips. It is the first time my sisters and I will have a vacation together and I really didn't want to have to cancel or postpone it.