Dec 9 Dates???????

Hi all, My Surgery date is also Dec 9th, I have to go on a liquid diet for the week before surgery and then two days before it will be only clear liquids and a dose of Milk of mag. Do you all have to do the same. If soo what are you going to drink? I have got some ideas " like s/f jello, s/f freeze pops , broths, protein shakes and drinks, and crystal light....Anything else you could think of please let me know...Thanks so much Cindy

Hi Cindy. I am another one of the Dec 9th group. I didn't have to go on a liquid diet but my surgeon did encourage me too lose some weight so I am doing it anyway (I was considering another surgeon who did require it). I also have to do two days of clear liquids. The pre-op liquid diet I was given also allowed vegetables - just no corn, potatoes or peas as they have too many calories. Maybe if you ask your surgeon that could be an option for you also. Good luck, Mary

Hi Cindy, I am also having surgery on Dec. 9th. I do have to go on clear liquids for 24 hours before surgery but that is it. I also have to drink two bottles of clear magnesium citrate (not looking forward to that) the day before. SF Carnation instant breakfast would be a great liquid to add to your list! My doctor's pre-op requirements were to keep hydrated (drink lots of water before surgery), take my multivitamins and try to walk a mile each day before surgery. I hope everything goes smoothly for you, Christina

Hey Cindy, I'm Melody and a December 9th surgery girl. No, my doctor did not ask me to diet and lose weight or go on a liquid diet. He said, "Hell, thats why we do this surgery, why should I torture you first?" So I thought sounds good to me. Try Crystal-lite. Its pretty good and its clear. See you post-op. Melody

My date is 12/09 also Donna