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So I’m 4/6 months through my mandated dietician program and having second thoughts. According to my dx office I have good insurance and they pay 100%, but I’m not sure if it’s for me. I love to fish and commonly leave at 5 am and on the Water for 12 hours so I’m starting to worry about hydration. I love to drink water and currently drink 2-3 24 oz waters per day. I’ve read a lot on the site but looking for some more info. After bypass can you get enough hydration in extreme situations?

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You can probably figure this out by asking yourself a series of questions that end with an honest answer. It's a matter of priorities and depends upon your commitment to forego certain things in the short-term for a long-term benefit.

Am I willing to modify my time on the Water fishing in order to allow my body to prepare for surgery? Yes or No

Am I willing to modify my time on the water fishing in order for my body to heal from my surgery, which may include a regimented intake of fluids, rest, and exercise? (Sitting in a boat for 12 hours soon after surgery is a clot waiting to happen.)

What prompted you to begin the steps to qualify for this surgery? Was weight-loss surgery your idea or someone else's?

It's good that you like to drink water because drinking it would be a big part of your pre- and post-surgical time.

I don't know why or how many people look into weight-loss surgery and then back out of or dismiss the whole idea outright. Is it because they realize that it's not going to be a quick fix? Is it because they are unwilling to entertain even the slightest change in their lifestyle? Does it just seem way too difficult and they're terrified of failure?

Yes, you love hunting and fishing. No, you won't have to give up those activities, but you might have to spend more time before and soon after your surgery attending to some new demands on your body, such as taking Vitamins, eating differently (content and portions) and exercising.

To me, it all boils down to priorities. What are your priorities?

You can probably figure this out by asking yourself a series of questions that end with an honest answer. It's a matter of priorities and depends upon your commitment to forego certain things in the short-term for a long-term benefit.

Am I willing to modify my time on the water fishing in order to allow my body to prepare for surgery? Yes or No

Am I willing to modify my time on the water fishing in order for my body to heal from my surgery, which may include a regimented intake of fluids, rest, and exercise? (Sitting in a boat for 12 hours soon after surgery is a clot waiting to happen.)

What prompted you to begin the steps to qualify for this surgery? Was weight-loss surgery your idea or someone else's?

It's good that you like to drink water because drinking it would be a big part of your pre- and post-surgical time.

I don't know why or how many people look into weight-loss surgery and then back out of or dismiss the whole idea outright. Is it because they realize that it's not going to be a quick fix? Is it because they are unwilling to entertain even the slightest change in their lifestyle? Does it just seem way too difficult and they're terrified of failure?

Yes, you love hunting and fishing. No, you won't have to give up those activities, but you might have to spend more time before and soon after your surgery attending to some new demands on your body, such as taking vitamins, eating differently (content and portions) and exercising.

To me, it all boils down to priorities. What are your priorities?

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I am not sure why you would think it isn’t possible to stay hydrated & still do the things you love. I mean, you may not go fishing 3 weeks post op on a boat for long, but after that you should be fine.

You might even want to get a camelbak, or another hydration pack so the Water is always there with you to sip. You just have to take your water with you. It is possible.

I wouldn’t back out because of that reason. It seems very minor than the larger picture

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I have to agree that you need to figure out your priorities first before making an decision. However, I also think you need to attend an seminar on weight loss surgeries so you can ask questions and get the answers. It doesn’t matter what anyone on this forum says really. As you need to get answers and the info from professionals who know the medical side of the equation. There are on line seminars you can log onto at home on your smart phone or laptop.

My surgery is part of the ALSA GROUP IN FRESNO,CA. My surgery was performed at Fresno heart Hospital. They both have a lot of educational videos that you could benefit from watching.

By the way: I am a 62 yr old disabled woman who had a bypass performed on 5/8/18. I couldn’t walk to my mailbox prior to surgery. I walk a mile now and no longer take 9 meds a day! Good luck on your journey!

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Whoa. I didn't realize that I double posted my comment. Now it's too late to edit. Sorry.

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On 6/29/2018 at 9:40 PM, GettinSkinnywithit said:

So I’m 4/6 months through my mandated dietician program and having second thoughts. According to my dx office I have good insurance and they pay 100%, but I’m not sure if it’s for me. I love to fish and commonly leave at 5 am and on the Water for 12 hours so I’m starting to worry about hydration. I love to drink Water and currently drink 2-3 24 oz waters per day. I’ve read a lot on the site but looking for some more info. After bypass can you get enough hydration in extreme situations?

This is a non-issue. There is no reason you can't keep hydrated. I'm pretty active between work, the gym, working on cars, etc etc etc. I'm still getting over 128 oz water day. You are over thinking things and getting worried about something that isn't a problem.

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Hydration isn’t an issue ! Your taste for cold or unflavored Water may change but that’s easily fixed with other options!

Good luck

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I realized I never did thank everyone for their responses on this post, so to all - "thank you"! I am scheduled for bypass November 13.

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And I trust all went well @ GettinSkinnywithit and you are well on the road to healing and starting a bright future.

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On 1/21/2019 at 12:40 AM, Frustr8 said:

And I trust all went well @ GettinSkinnywithit and you are well on the road to healing and starting a bright future.

Hi friend - yes all is well! I'm past the two month mark, over the regret and adjusting well. Currently down 50 lbs and clicking every day!

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4 hours ago, GettinSkinnywithit said:

Hi friend - yes all is well! I'm past the two month mark, over the regret and adjusting well. Currently down 50 lbs and clicking every day!

Great! I love when people return to share their good news. Were your hydration issues a problem? I know it was touch-and-go for a while. I'm so glad that you decided to have your surgery. Have you been fishing since? (I notice you live in Florida so you're not encased in an ice cube like some of us in the Mid-West.)

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8 minutes ago, Missouri-Lee's Summit said:

Great! I love when people return to share their good news. Were your hydration issues a problem? I know it was touch-and-go for a while. I'm so glad that you decided to have your surgery. Have you been fishing since? (I notice you live in Florida so you're not encased in an ice cube like some of us in the Mid-West.)

Hydration hasn't been too bad, but during the move to the new home it was a challenge and I did get light headed a few times. I certainly got all my steps in carrying boxes (the lighter ones) into the moving truck, out of the moving truck, etc! Fishing? I wish, it was 40* this morning - - WAY too cold for fishing! ;)

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5 hours ago, GettinSkinnywithit said:

Hydration hasn't been too bad, but during the move to the new home it was a challenge and I did get light headed a few times. I certainly got all my steps in carrying boxes (the lighter ones) into the moving truck, out of the moving truck, etc! Fishing? I wish, it was 40* this morning - - WAY too cold for fishing! ;)

Thank you for the update. It sounds like the changes in your life (moving, bypass) are going well. Things will only get better. I enjoy hearing about people who have passions. Fishing is a good one.

My father died when I was 12 years old so I don't have a long list of memories; however, going fishing with my father is one that stands out as special. We had a bare-bones pontoon boat and I remember my daddy reminding my brother and I to make sure that we didn't all stand on the same side of the boat. Sure enough, my brother, who was less serious about fishing than I was, was goofing off throwing orange peels in the Water and pacing from one side of the boat to the other. That's when IT happened. The boat tilted and my daddy's tackle box slipped right into the lake. Not the future Eagle Scout's finest hour. Anyway, fishing with my father was a special memory. Sorry for the boring read.

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