PRE OP DIET

[cass3057 5]

So, my surgeon wants me to lose 10-20 lbs before surgery. I am planning on having my surgery in September, but I do not have a scheduled surgery date yet. I have not started dieting yet. I have been going to my PCP for 4 months now, as a pre-req. for surgery. We have casualy discussed diet, but nothing major. I am going on Vacation July 9th-July 16th. In my mind I am thinking I will continue to eat as I want until I get back from vacation, then I will go into hardcore dieting. I know this is probably not a good plan....Anybody in the same situation...any advice?

-Cassie

[kellyw74 258]

My advice to you would be start dieting today!!!!

The more you can lose pre-op the better off you will be. It will make your surgery go smoother and make your recovery time easier!

My dr. wanted me to lose 20lbs and I lost 55lbs. He said he wished all his paitents would do the same. He had no problems and my surgery was a breeze for him. I did not have a single complication and went back to work in 7 days. I attribute my success to such a big weight loss pre-op.

You are also setting yourself up for your life after surgery and the way you will eat forever. Put those habits into place now for success later!Plus, the more you lose, the less you will have to lose post-op!

Good luck to you!

Kelly

[cass3057 5]

Wow you answered both questions I had. I was also wondering how much time I should plan to be out of work. Thanks