Pre-Op Liquid Diet

I'm sure it's different doctor to doctor, but on average, how long do most doctors want you on a liquid diet before your surgery?

I just got my date, still waiting for insurance approval and I meant to ask the scheduler this and forgot to.

Also is it full, clear liquids or other.

TIA

My doctor does not require a liquid diet.

Dr Boe is the only one I know of that requires a 10 day liquid diet - some doctors only require a day or so, and some none - best to check with your surgeon to find out for sure.

Yep...everyone is different!!  My Dr requires a 5 day liquid diet!! 

I guess mine was a full liquid diet, not sure.  Not to bad...I was able to eat SF applesauce, SF FF (taste free) yogurt, SF pudding, SF Jello, cream of wheat (nothing added, just plain), plus liquid stuff (broth, juice, etc..).  Thank God for the jello and pudding!!!!

Good luck!

I'm 5 days lap band post op.. I'm on clear liquid and I am also thankful for Jello....  I've been having water, crystal lite, sf popsicles, jello and broth.  I go on full liquid on Wednesday and can't wait!  I have the runs so bad it isnt funny..... I miss food.....snicker.  I've been thinking about the soups and yogurt I'm gonna have..

Diane

My Dr. is 1 week or 7 days. 

Thanks for answering...we have the same doctor!

I guess you start your liquid phase tomorrow! Good luck with everything!

Wow, I just noticed that!  When is your surgery?  And yes, I did start my liquids today.  So far it hasnt been that bad.  Im hoping that it will continue to be like this.  I know that hasn't brought me this far to fail so I know He will see me through this too.

glad it's going well so far!  My surgery is scheduled for 12/2, but paperwork was just sent yesterday to insurance.

My paperwork was sent last Wednesday.  I just talked to sue (scheduler/insurance) this morning and she said they havent heard anything yet. But she is expecting to hear something at any time.  Im so pumped! I just want to here those words "Your Approved".