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I am scheduled for surgery a week from today -- and on this preop diet -- its tough -- I am supposed to have been on this a week now -- I do good for a day or two and then cheat a little -- I am not bingeing on anything sugary or anything - just nibbling on kids food. I am back on the plan tomorrow -- averaging 50-60 grams of protein and no caffeine, low carbs -- do you think I will be okay?
I remember how exciting and scared I was at a week before. I couldn't concentrate at all. I know everyone at work was sick of me. I am soooo excited for you!
I had an easy preop diet. I had a long wait for surgery so that I could have it during Christmas break and not take extra time off from work. I did the last meal several times before the two week preop. Once I started it I was good but I ate lots of nuts and actually gained one pound. The surgeon told me my liver was huge but she didn't think it was from diet and did a biopsy. I have had high enzymes since 18 and I was at a normal weight then. I have heard several people cheat and several don't even have a preop diet until the day before. It sounds like you are trying and you should be fine.
I had a few minor problems the first week but now I feel like a whole new person. I have not lost as much as others but I wouldn't change what I did for anything. Make sure you have something for after for constipation. The pain meds tend to make some constipated and I still have to take something. There are some really good gummy fibers that I take daily along with a probiotic. The other thing that was helpful at the hospital and home was gas-x strips. I think I had four or five a day the first week.
My home email is [email protected] if you need anything at all. Let me know as soon as you can how the surgery goes. I will be thinking of you.
I had an easy preop diet. I had a long wait for surgery so that I could have it during Christmas break and not take extra time off from work. I did the last meal several times before the two week preop. Once I started it I was good but I ate lots of nuts and actually gained one pound. The surgeon told me my liver was huge but she didn't think it was from diet and did a biopsy. I have had high enzymes since 18 and I was at a normal weight then. I have heard several people cheat and several don't even have a preop diet until the day before. It sounds like you are trying and you should be fine.
I had a few minor problems the first week but now I feel like a whole new person. I have not lost as much as others but I wouldn't change what I did for anything. Make sure you have something for after for constipation. The pain meds tend to make some constipated and I still have to take something. There are some really good gummy fibers that I take daily along with a probiotic. The other thing that was helpful at the hospital and home was gas-x strips. I think I had four or five a day the first week.
My home email is [email protected] if you need anything at all. Let me know as soon as you can how the surgery goes. I will be thinking of you.
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Oh you are so sweet to write and correspond.
Yes, next Tuesday is the big day and I am nervous, anxious and restless about it.
I have a 5 year old and 2 year old and my ex husband (not yet divorced yet) does not know I am doing this -- and I have no family in town -- so that is why I am nervous. I hate keeping secrets. I have 2 girlfriend in TX now since I moved here a few years ago -- and they have hubbies and small kids, so I hope they will still come and visit.
Glad to hear your input about the preop diet. I am going to try and be good -- but wish I would have had more of a "last meal" so to speak before starting this. Today, I was at my son's easter party at school --and there were cookies/cupcakes galore - and it was torture to watch all the size 2 mom's eating to their hearts content.
What happened after your biopsy of your liver.
You said you have some minor problems -- the first week -- may I ask what you encountered. What can I expect that first week out...and the day of in the hospital. My sitter will have my kids till early everning and they will spend the night with their dad - but I will have them back the next day.
What have you liked the best about this experience.
Thanks for the advice about the constipation -- I had that after having my 2nd c-section and it was just horrible. Does the hospital give you anything -- if they don't they certainly should. What did you take? Pains meds definitely make me constipated.
And can you use any gas-strips? What are those?
Many thanks. Is hard managing the post-op diet of liquids for 3 weeks. Is that when you lose crazy weight. I am worried about hair loss/fatigue too. Did you do the multi vitamin (liquid) and liquid b12 post-op and did that help mend you.....
How is eating and controlliing eating for you now......
Thanks for writing, I am sooooooo appreciative
Yes, next Tuesday is the big day and I am nervous, anxious and restless about it.
I have a 5 year old and 2 year old and my ex husband (not yet divorced yet) does not know I am doing this -- and I have no family in town -- so that is why I am nervous. I hate keeping secrets. I have 2 girlfriend in TX now since I moved here a few years ago -- and they have hubbies and small kids, so I hope they will still come and visit.
Glad to hear your input about the preop diet. I am going to try and be good -- but wish I would have had more of a "last meal" so to speak before starting this. Today, I was at my son's easter party at school --and there were cookies/cupcakes galore - and it was torture to watch all the size 2 mom's eating to their hearts content.
What happened after your biopsy of your liver.
You said you have some minor problems -- the first week -- may I ask what you encountered. What can I expect that first week out...and the day of in the hospital. My sitter will have my kids till early everning and they will spend the night with their dad - but I will have them back the next day.
What have you liked the best about this experience.
Thanks for the advice about the constipation -- I had that after having my 2nd c-section and it was just horrible. Does the hospital give you anything -- if they don't they certainly should. What did you take? Pains meds definitely make me constipated.
And can you use any gas-strips? What are those?
Many thanks. Is hard managing the post-op diet of liquids for 3 weeks. Is that when you lose crazy weight. I am worried about hair loss/fatigue too. Did you do the multi vitamin (liquid) and liquid b12 post-op and did that help mend you.....
How is eating and controlliing eating for you now......
Thanks for writing, I am sooooooo appreciative
Hey girl, I sent you a friend request so that I could answer your questions but it is still pending. I can remember how busy and preoccupied I was right before surgery. I am sending good wishes and prayers to be with you tomorrow. When you can let me know how you are doing.
XOXO, Dawn
XOXO, Dawn
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