Any One-Kidneyed Folks Here?

[Artichokes 42]

Have just begun my 2 week semi-liquid presurgery diet. I drink 1 Pure Protein Shake at 7:30, then another at about 9:30. Each has 23 grams of Protein. Is this too much protein to ask my one kidney to process in a short period of time? Anyone have any info on this kind of thing? Many thanks!

[joyful noise 101]

I have both kidneys, but am stage 3 kidney disease.

At my last visit to the nephrologist, he said 60-80 g of Protein was ok, but to watch my Calcium. I was eating yogurt 3 times a day because the nut said it was in place of milk, but with the Calcium pills, the calcium test was too high. He made me get off the yogurt until I see him in August. I probably won't be having my surgery until September, so we see what happens.

[iegal 460]

Hi - I am part of your gang and had to make sure this procedure would not stress my system.

I have not had any issues, just make sure you drink as often post surgery as possible. I'm prone to kidney stones also. Just watch protien and Calcium intake. Most importantly stay hydrated. Post surgery this was a big deal. We must be vigilant about proper Fluid intake or complications can occur.

That preop diet is torture, but you can survive. I love my sleeve and have no regrets.

[Artichokes 42]

Thanks so much for this info. It's good to know you're all doing ok. I never considered the Calcium part of this equation.