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differences in doctors orders

I was on a full liquid diet 2weeks pre-op, then full liquids for 2 weeks post-op. Mushies for weeks 3 & 4(which I am in now currently), then suppose to be on soft for weeks 5 &6, then regular diet week 7. Why are there some many differences in our doctors orders? I have read people eating regular on week 3 &4. What were some of your orders?

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  • Maddysgram
    Maddysgram

    From what I read from the Lapband manufactures, my Dr goes by their recommendations. But I also think some do what they have seen work for their patients. I hope everyone ignore others Drs orders an

  • My doc is pretty conservative. 2 weeks optifast only pre-op, 2 weeks clear liquids post-op then 2 weeks full liquids, 2 weeks pureed, 2 weeks soft, then regular food as tolerated. "As tolerated?!"

  • ☠carolinagirl☠
    ☠carolinagirl☠

    yeah, its crazy at how different they are (some pre op diets, some not) etc. but while I cant say why they differ so (considering its the same surgery) I can only recommend going by what your specific

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You have to remember that the medical profession is not an exact science. 1 + 1 is not always = 2. Every individual is unique. What works for me might not work for you. Doctors are aware of that and they do their recommendations according to what they see with their practice.

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