Question:
Did anyones surgeon put them on potassium after surgery?

   — Gail M. (posted on March 14, 2001)

March 14, 2001
Hi Gail, My surgeon had me on potassium at the hospital and then at home. My level was dangerously low after surgery. I don't know why. At about 4 weeks post op I was able to stop taking the potassium. It is awful stuff. I took both the pill, crushed and mixed with applesause or yogurt and also the liquid in my apple juice. I don't have to take it now, but I do mix in a frozen banana with my protein shake every morning, just in case. Hope this helps. Good luck!
   — Cindy K.

April 11, 2001
Hi...my surgeon put me on potassium. First they ran 6 bags into me before letting me out of hospital and wanted me to take liquid potassium...16 ounces per day! I could not do it because it tasted so bad. So I got "No Salt" salt substitute, bananas, Boost, mashed potatoes, and tried to eat foods that had more potassium. Two weeks after my release from hospital my potassium was in normal range. I do not recommend going against doctor's orders. But this was my experience.
   — [Anonymous]