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I have a planned c-section. i've been told to fast for 8 hours, plus 2 hour post-surgery, i have hypoglycemia and can only fast for short time. can i drink at least juice or shakes? to avoid passing out due my low glucose levels?
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Please discuss with your OB doctor and anesthesiologist. Most people do not have problem with fasting because our body has mechanisms to maintain blood sugar during fasting. Hypoglycemia, if it is true, is a pathologic condition so I wonder if you have ever had a thorough evaluation for this condition.
Answered 8/1/2022
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