According to the University of Rochester Medical Center’s Health Encyclopedia, dumping syndrome occurs in nearly 3 out of 20 people who have had part of their stomach removed. It further states that the treatment of dumping syndrome primarily involves making changes to the gastric bypass diet. What is Dumping Syndrome? Dumping syndrome after Roux-en-Y …
Hydration is a key part of losing weight and staying healthy. This is not only because drinking enough water is important for vital body functions, but thirst can often be perceived as hunger. After bariatric surgery it isn’t uncommon for individuals to have an aversion to plain water, especially if it is extremely cold (like …
Normal Pouch Loosening It is important to remember that after a gastric sleeve, the pouch will loosen gradually over the next few months. Initially after surgery, the suture line (where the stomach was divided) is very tight. The gradual loosening that occurs is a good thing that will allow you to tolerate more food and …
According to a study 1 by WebMD, about 10% of gastric bypass patients face postoperative complications that are usually slight. Hernia According to Cleveland Clinic, abdominal hernias (when an organ gets dislocated from its original position and protrudes out of the body) are the most common occurrences among gastric bypass patients. Prevention/Remedy Quit smoking Maintain …
As with any other surgical procedure, gastric sleeve has certain risks and complications. However, the overall complication rates are quite low. According to a study Sarkhosh K. et al published in the Canadian Journal of Surgery the level of risks associated with this type of surgery is only 5 to 10%. The risks and complications …
Studies suggest that the following measures that can be taken to reduce the overall risks and complications associated with bariatric surgery.1,2,3 Do not smoke Smoking can cause disruption in lungs and reduce your breathing capacity. Abstain From Caffeine It is advised to avoid caffeine for at least a month after the surgery as the stomach …
According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), it is common to lose hair for 3-6 months after surgery. Though the reasons for this are unknown, hair loss after bariatric surgery is not permanent, and follicle do re-grow after some time. To make sure your hair grows back again and to prevent …