I am so happy that even though it was a hassle to have a change of doctor (I feel much better now btw), I do not have to do a pre-op diet because my BMI is lower. That makes my stinkin day.

Good for you!! you're getting pretty close to surgery date, wishing you all the luck for a great surgery and speedy recovery.

I don't have to have a pre-op diet either! I was really worried, the surgeon said it wasn't necessary.... I'm so glad I'm not the only one!

Now thats a result!

Kathy

I'm 5 days into a 3 week pre-op diet. It's hell. They say that it defats the liver, making it smaller, floppier and much easier to retract during the surgery (and therefore, safer). They are VERY strict about it (they will call off the surgery if the patient doesn't lose 5lbs/week). I'm cheating (a little- a can of low sodium/low fat soup every evening), but otherwise trying hard. Have lost 4lbs so far. I'm absolutely obsessing about food and feel like crud, but if it gives me a safer outcome (not to mention, keeps me from delaying the surgery- which insurance is paying for), I'm gonna keep my eye on the prize. Thank G-d for a very supportive (and tolerant) husband! Even if your surgeon doesn't require a liquid diet, you may want to consider going VERY low fat and low sugar until your surgery. Good luck and keep us posted. Go June!!! :biggrin0:

I'm 5 days into a 3 week pre-op diet. It's hell. They say that it defats the liver, making it smaller, floppier and much easier to retract during the surgery (and therefore, safer). They are VERY strict about it (they will call off the surgery if the patient doesn't lose 5lbs/week). I'm cheating (a little- a can of low sodium/low fat soup every evening), but otherwise trying hard. Have lost 4lbs so far. I'm absolutely obsessing about food and feel like crud, but if it gives me a safer outcome (not to mention, keeps me from delaying the surgery- which insurance is paying for), I'm gonna keep my eye on the prize. Thank G-d for a very supportive (and tolerant) husband! Even if your surgeon doesn't require a liquid diet, you may want to consider going VERY low fat and low sugar until your surgery. Good luck and keep us posted. Go June!!!

Pcindy - 3 weeks? Be strong babe..... I did one week and found that bearable.....it sounds like you have your head in the right place tho.....this is a long term thing, and the more you can shift during pre op the better.

I figured with mine that hubby paid for the op (from inheritance money) and the least I could do to honor the relative was stick to my side of the bargain and be 100%.

If they opened you up then said not doing it you'd be gutted..... so i do think your advice to follow a vague pre op is a good one. It can't hurt anyway!!

Good luck with your 3 weeks..... we're here for you, when you want to cheat come and post on here and we'll put you off bigtime!!

Kathy

:scared0: I am going to have a slimfast shake for lunch now, instead of the ham sandwich I had planned! Does anyone have a diet sheet I can follow for the last few days?

I spoke to a lady who had her sleeve done 17 months ago with the same surgeon, and she had no pre-diet either. She is my motivator, as she has gone from a size 30/32 to a 16-18 (and is still losing, though more slowly now). She looks amazing...