First visit with the surgeon today

char3672 · January 16, 2017

I had my first visit with my surgeon today . I was surpised to learn that I don't have to have the endoscopy, and no pre-op diet. I was also surprised and concerned, when he said I need a ct scan of my stomach because I have had high blood pressure from such a young age. He mentioned quite a few things that could cause it, but, of course the only one I heard was tumor. Has anyone else had this issue? Oh, I have a surgery date of June 14!!!!

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maccc74 · January 17, 2017

I too have had high blood pressure since I was 20 and I still needed an EDG, no ct scan. But I did have an ekg, sleep study.

But every doctor is different in what they require. Good luck

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Edited January 17, 2017 by maccc74

enaking23 · January 17, 2017

Why did they say no pre op diet? I've never heard of that happening

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char3672 · January 17, 2017

I too have had high blood pressure since I was 20 and I still needed an EDG, no ct scan. But I did have an ekg, sleep study.

But every doctor is different in what they require. Good luck

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He wants the scan because I have had hbp since I was in elementary school.

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char3672 · January 17, 2017

Why did they say no pre op diet? I've never heard of that happening

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He said he doesn't believe in it. He said there is no evidence that it makes a difference. The only "diet" is the week before surgery, all Protein and veggies. No carbs or sugar

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