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I have gallstones and have surgery coming up next wk to remove my gallbladder. i haven't really been eating. maybe once or twice a wk. i don't really have an appetite. can i drink boost or ensure without getting sick? i nd something i have no energy

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NO BOOST or Ensure: You don't have energy, because you are not eating. Boost or ensure are not suggested in your case. Try having some chicken soup with veggies. You need healthy protein, carbohydrates, very low fat and to stay hydrated.

Answered 3/27/2021

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Call your surgeon!: You need to be as healthy as possible before surgery to improve your results and prevent complications. Tell that doctor that you are not eating much and ask for help to do so without pain. Try fat free yogurt first. Try a half of a banana later, try other fat free bland fruits & veggies. Try rice without fat and you can add the yogurt to it. Your doc will have more suggestions so please cal

Answered 12/5/2019

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