Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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Finally Approved! Now to prepare for Surgery..

Mora2007
Mora2007
I finally got approved today, I start the 10 day liquid diet on Dec 1st. If i can get any advice on what to eat and how to overcome this 10 day obstacle it would be greatly appreciated. Any info on the surgery pre op and post op would be appreciated lol. thanks :)
farmgirl392
farmgirl392
Congrats on your surgery date!

For me, the pre-surgery liquid diet was the hardest part because without the physical changes that surgery makes, it was possible to cheat. But I didn't. You can do this! The pre-surgery diet helps to shrink your liver, which can obstruct the surgeon's view and access to your stomach during surgery. It's really important that you do this.

You may have a headache during the first few days while your body starts to detox. Be strong and hang tough! :)
deleted_user
deleted_user
My pre-op diet was also 10 days. The first two or three were difficult but after that it got easier. One of the biggest problems I had was wanting to chew. Sugar free gum and popsicles helped with that.

You will be great!

Michael
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am now approved but I am waiting for the nurse to call about the appointment I had lost 30 lbs already so I don't think i would have to do the 2 weeks liquid diet. But then again I have no idea
Mora2007
Mora2007
Thank you everyone! Farmgirl, I will not cheat too scared too lol although i was told by my doctor not to take asprin before surgery within that 10 day period what can you take for a head ache? Thank you for the info Mhferrier i will be stocking up on sugar free gum and popsicles lol babsrogers, I think it depends on your doc how long you do the liquid diet for i see some people only have to do it a few days beofre surgery and others 10-14 days, they do it to help shrink your liver so the surgery can run smooth and they have a clear view inside you lol Congrats on the weight loss already though thats awesome!!