im amazed and so are my friends and family at how little I can eat and I like it this way. Only thing that has me concerned,(and I will talk to my nutritionist about this) is that I can't seem to get in the 500-700 calories a day...I only get in about 200-300, but I do get my 50 gms. of protein. Anybody else having this problem, is it ok?

Hi. I had posted about my sinus infection and being ill the last few weeks, but I think it is finally coming to an end. I had my pre-op with the NP on 3/6 and all the testing came back just fine except for 1 white blood cell count which was a tad elevated. We think it is due to fighting the sinus infection or the antibiotics. I asked the nurse via email but haven't gotten a response back. I had to take some equipment back to my doctor yesterday, so we stopped by the hospital where I am having my surgery to check out where everything is located. My husband is directionally challenged, so I think it made him feel better knowing where to go. He will be nervous enough that day. Anyway, got it all figured out (for the most part). I have my pre-op meeting with the surgeon on Thursday morning, so hopfully all will be a go and I can stay well. Cross your fingers! Sherry

Congratulations and glad everything went well. My surgery is still to come, but I would suggest you just follow whatever your team has instructed for you to do. It seems like there are so many different things to do, so it just depends on what you people tell you is best. And make sure to get your fluids and protein as that seems to be so important in the first few weeks for preventing dehydration and getting your through each day. Hope everything continues to improve. Sherry

Yeah, I'm home from the hospital. I am very sore, but the pain is not too bad. It felt great to be in my own bed last night. Any advice would be most appreciated. Lisa

Thank you so much! I can't wait!!! Patti