Nissen Fundoplication Surgery

Hello my name is Lisa. I am having Nissen Fundoplication Surgery this month. I would like to know how I could get through this surgery without loosing to much weight if any, It took me my whole life to get the weight I have now. I know that recovery is most important for me. I would like to know how I could maintain my weight and have a good recovery. Thank you

Jessig:

Unfortunately, during your recovery you are going to lose weight. Make sure your surgeon gives you a post-surgery diet to follow and try not to advance the diet too quickly. I know some people have consulted with a nutritionist prior to surgery, so that might be an option for you. Most people that do lose weight, gain it back when they go back to a normal diet.

Sharon

You will probably lose more than 5 lbs, just be prepared. You will be on a liquid diet initially after your surgery, and progress from there. Your doctor may not give you a diet to follow, I used the one from UPMC Post-Nissen Diet, you can google it and get an idea of what to expect.

I had my surgery on 9/28/18... I had a liquid diet first 2 days, then soft food for a week...and now I can eat anything except steak, dry meat, bagels and dense bread. I can move on to those at my own pace. I have already had my post op checkup and I don't have to go back unless I have a problem. Is that the norm with surgeons? I suppose I'd have to see a gastro doctor first if I had a problem anyway.

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