After 7 months of the "insurance diet", 2 months of wrangling with both Cigna and my doctor's office, and 7 long years of waiting, I FINALLY HAVE A SURGERY DATE!! I am scheduled for June 12, and while I'm beyond excited, I also feel nervous and somewhat numb. I start my pre-op liquid diet on June 1st, and I have no idea what to expect. Any ideas or thoughts?

It's normal to be nervous.

This is surgery and a life changing event in your life.

Good luck with your journey!!

I was nervous too but it really isn't bad. Just make sure you follow the preop diet and make sure that you have enough broth, liquids, etc., available post the surgery.

Also have gas x and tums available. The gass was the worse for me.

Every doctor's diet seems to be a little different so just follow what he/she suggests. Good luck!

Thanks a lot! I start my pre-op diet Monday, but this all feels so surreal. It's like I'm excited but ambivalent at the same time. I will keep updating as the days get closer--I appreciate the encouraging words!

Hey

My surgery date is june 12th to. I would love to chat more so get back to me if you can. My name is Jenna and I live in CT.

Thanks

J

Hey

My surgery date is june 12th to. I would love to chat more so get back to me if you can. My name is Jenna and I live in CT.

Thanks

J

Hey Jenna,

I'd love to chat as well. I try to check the boards at least once a day, so feel free to send me a message. Look forward to chatting with you...

Tiffany