Hello: I am not sure if I am putting this in the right place. I am having a problem with my liquid diet. My Surgical Coordinator put me on a liquid diet consisting of either 3 Premier Protein drinks or 4 100% whey Protein/Skim Milk Drinks and two servings of raw vegetables per day.

I am 61 years old, and have Type 2 Diabetes, amongst other health problems.

I started the diet right away. In the first four or five days, I lost 11 pounds. It was physically very hard on me. I was not hungry, but my energy was seriously diminished. I wrote to her about the situation, also telling her that while I usually love veggies, I could not stand them as they tasted like metal.

She wrote me back, asking a few questions, and never got back to me after that. Meanwhile, I became weaker and weaker until I was totally unable to function. Luckily, I had an appointment with my regular health care person, who suspected immediately that my potassium levels had dropped. She put me on potassium immediately and explained that the keto-acidosis can cause Potassium levels to drop.

I'm feeling much better now, and still on the same liquid diet. But I am having a serious confidence problem with the Surgical Coordinator, who will be my main contact after the surgery. Since I've been on the journey for a year, and am very close to the surgery, I just don't know what to think. I have confidence in the surgeon, but the Surgical Coordinator is an important player in my journey.

Thanks.

Did the surgeon suggest a dietitian etc my surgeon told me to see one straight off. Just to be the safe side but some diabetics react differently.

Its a problem to have a non medical licensed person practicing medicine. You need to do what you have to do to get surgery done, be smart and consult your pcp, get a bariatric nutritionist, know you and how you react. This is the beginning of our reinvented healthcare. Be Cautious and be aware. Protect you. You have come along way to change now... Always make a call or appointment if you dont get info you need.

Hello: I am not sure if I am putting this in the right place. I am having a problem with my liquid diet. My Surgical Coordinator put me on a liquid diet consisting of either 3 Premier Protein drinks or 4 100% Whey Protein/Skim Milk Drinks and two servings of raw vegetables per day.

I am 61 years old, and have Type 2 Diabetes, amongst other health problems.

I started the diet right away. In the first four or five days, I lost 11 pounds. It was physically very hard on me. I was not hungry, but my energy was seriously diminished. I wrote to her about the situation, also telling her that while I usually love veggies, I could not stand them as they tasted like metal.

She wrote me back, asking a few questions, and never got back to me after that. Meanwhile, I became weaker and weaker until I was totally unable to function. Luckily, I had an appointment with my regular health care person, who suspected immediately that my potassium levels had dropped. She put me on potassium immediately and explained that the keto-acidosis can cause Potassium levels to drop.

I'm feeling much better now, and still on the same liquid diet. But I am having a serious confidence problem with the Surgical Coordinator, who will be my main contact after the surgery. Since I've been on the journey for a year, and am very close to the surgery, I just don't know what to think. I have confidence in the surgeon, but the Surgical Coordinator is an important player in my journey.

Thanks.

I am sorry you are dealing with this! Having problems with the surgical coordinator seems to be common. The gal in my surgeon's office is also not good. My pharmacist has been calling her for almost three weeks with no return call. Starting tomorrow I'm supposed to be on a medication the pharmacy won't fill because my insurance won't cover it. The pharmacist called to ask if he could replace it, and no return call. It's hard to be vulnerable when your support system isn't all excellent.