I am on my 3rd week of the liquid diet ( my surgery was postponed from June 6 to June 11 by the doctor because of an emergency with another patient ) and I have been eating SF jello and SF Popsicles and protein shakes. But 2 or 3 times in the last week I took a bite of an egg, a bite of cheese and today a bite of pizza, but since my diet started I lost at least 15 pounds. If I continue to stay stronger until my surgery on Tuesday, will my liver be small enough so as not to have it done with an open incision? I'm just a little worried.

I am on my 3rd week of the liquid diet ( my surgery was postponed from June 6 to June 11 by the doctor because of an emergency with another patient ) and I have been eating SF Jello and SF Popsicles and Protein shakes. But 2 or 3 times in the last week I took a bite of an egg' date=' a bite of cheese and today a bite of pizza, but since my diet started I lost at least 15 pounds. If I continue to stay stronger until my surgery on Tuesday, will my liver be small enough so as not to have it done with an open incision? I'm just a little worried.[/quote']

You know I remember reading your post about the postponement of your surgery. And thought wow that's a tough spot to be in!

It's always best to stick with what the doctors orders, But a lot of people have a small slip at one point or another. I would say if you stay strong and on the straight and narrow any damage done should be cleared by then.

Just remember why you are doing this, and stay strong

I am on my 3rd week of the liquid diet ( my surgery was postponed from June 6 to June 11 by the doctor because of an emergency with another patient ) and I have been eating SF Jello and SF Popsicles and Protein shakes. But 2 or 3 times in the last week I took a bite of an egg, a bite of cheese and today a bite of pizza, but since my diet started I lost at least 15 pounds. If I continue to stay stronger until my surgery on Tuesday, will my liver be small enough so as not to have it done with an open incision? I'm just a little worried.

Jim, may I recommend to you that you click and read the link in my signature about the preop diet? It will be worth your time.

And listen to Laura-ven!

Ugh.. About the postponement. Stay strong you're doing great!

How do I see your link, donrodolfo? Didn't see a signature.

Thanks Ms Antiband! I need all the support I can get.

How do I see your link, donrodolfo? Didn't see a signature.

Here you go: The pre-op diet is NOT a punishment ... it's an opportunity.

OMG! That was exactly what I needed right now! I have to not cheat MYSELF because that is exactly what I'm doing when I eat off my preop diet! I feel so ashamed and guilty posting about my slip ups when you guys are going through this too and can be strong! I know I would deserve it if you all said "if he really cared about himself he wouldn't be foolish and sabotage this for himself". But do you think I still have enough time from now till Tuesday to still make it under the wire so-to-speak?

OMG! That was exactly what I needed right now! I have to not cheat MYSELF because that is exactly what I'm doing when I eat off my preop diet! I feel so ashamed and guilty posting about my slip ups when you guys are going through this too and can be strong! I know I would deserve it if you all said "if he really cared about himself he wouldn't be foolish and sabotage this for himself". But do you think I still have enough time from now till Tuesday to still make it under the wire so-to-speak?

You're very welcome - I wish I had found that BEFORE I did my two week diet!

This is a good place, we've been where you are. Don't be ashamed about slip-ups, no one here is perfect.

From what you've said, I think you'll be fine but I'm hardly qualified on medical issues. Call your surgeon on Monday, tell them about the cheating to avoid any complications, and see what they say.

Thanks! I will.