Why different pre-op diets?

[LoveAlwaysKia 37]

Why are there so many different requirements for liquid diet? Some can have greek yogurt some can't. Some lean meats some can't.

I wonder what is really necessary.

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[Ale Nunez 80]

My doctor is affiliated with the Cleveland clinic, their diet consists of 2 weeks of 5 Protein Drinks, SF Jello, SF pops and Crystal light, the 2 days prior to surgery just Clear Liquids including chicken broth. A good friend of mine could have one meal a day bc his diabetes was out of control. Another friend of mine only did 2 days of Protein Shakes and one day of clear liquids. I guess it depends on the doctor.

[KristenLe 5,980]

@@LoveAlwaysKia It depends on the Dr, the patient and the Program. I will be following my surgeon's instructions because I don't want to find out "if it's really necessary".

[loafee 4]

My friend did 2 days of liquids. That is it.

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[Kari1985 70]

my doctor just requires 2 weeks of low carb. 1/2 cup of fruit for Breakfast, 4oz of meat and veggies for lunch and dinner. And I have to drink 2 Impact drinks a day. As mentioned above, each doctor and program is different.

[MinaDina 89]

I wonder too. I've went through all my pre surgery date appointments with one surgeon and his group who required a two week pre op diet. My new surgeon in a completely different group requires nothing, just said I should try to lose a few pounds. Its the darndest thing really.

It's never too late, until its too late

[Bufflehead 6,358]

Trust that your surgeon knows what is best for his or her patients and commit to following instructions, regardless of what other surgeons require. It really isn't worth the psychic energy needed to worry about it IMO. If you get in the habit of comparing your bariatric team's instructions (for all sorts of things, not just pre-op diet) to lots of other team's plans you see on the web, you'll drive yourself crazy! I would say don't worry about what other patients from other doctors are doing, unless your doctor seems completely insane ("I order you to do an ice cream and french fries diet for 60 days prior to surgery, and I expect you to compete in an Iron Man competition within 10 days after surgery").

[nickisleeve 127]

My program requires a shake for Breakfast one for lunch and a prepared meal like lean cuisine, Snacks could be almonds or eggs if I wanted a snack. I'm so happy I don't have to do clear liquids.

I read that Drs want ur liver to shrink. I'd think even with the plan I'm on my liver would shrink and my fat around the liver would decrease.

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[LoveAlwaysKia 37]

Its just strange to me that there are so many variations. I can have things others can't and vice versa. I'm a facts type person. Just curious about the variation from doc to doc.

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I'm doing fine I just have a headache. Its not caffeine withdrawal because I wasn't a big caffeine drinker.

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[sherri~ 77]

As hard as it might be my plan is to do as the doctor says. I'm at least 3 months preop and am trying alternate days of liquid diet

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[dorriee an 23]

I was allowed five Protein shakes a day . Sf Jello sf Popsicles broth and two cups of veggies

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[Monet08 63]

I believe that the 2 week diet may also depend on your BMI because it helps shrink your liver before surgery

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[tish67 11]

Some individuals are varied and you needs to follow up with your Bariatric dietician.

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[rawrrightmeow 1]

The day before my surgery I had to have liquids only.

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[finding_onederland 226]

I have to do two weeks liquid pre-op - I would say my surgeon is on the conservative side - but since he's the one cutting me open, I'm going to go with Dr's orders.

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