With many advances in the field of bariatric surgery, new surgical methods arise regularly to improve the efficacy and outcomes of the various procedures. The mini-gastric bypass is an example of such advances. With all that being said, what exactly is the mini-gastric bypass? Let’s jump into all there is to know about the procedure. […]
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When deciding on having bariatric surgery, there are certainly many decisions to be made. If you choose to have a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG), one consideration may be the potential side effects. Mayo Clinic states that during the LSG, or vertical sleeve gastrectomy, “about 80% of the stomach is removed, leaving a tube-shaped stomach about […]
If you are interested in the Gastric Sleeve and you’ve been looking more into the procedure, you might be asking yourself “would I even qualify?” In this article we are going to discuss all of these qualifications. The parameters listed in this article were established to promote the safety and effectiveness of this procedure. It […]
After gastric sleeve surgery there are a few types of medicines you should avoid. Most of these are not “avoid forever” kind of medicines. You just want to avoid them for the short time after surgery.
After months of preparing and planning for your gastric sleeve surgery, you did it! The surgery was a success, and you’re recovering…but now what? Will the weight just melt away easily, or will you have to work for it? What about exercise and diet? This begs the ultimate question, how to lose weight after gastric […]
This article is an inside look at the complications associated with the Duodenal Switch Procedure. The duodenal switch is known to be one of the most effective forms of bariatric surgery for long-term weight loss in morbidly obese people. Although that sounds very appealing and you may be ready to have the surgery after reading […]
How much does a gastric sleeve cost? As a weight loss surgery patient myself, I know this question is at the top of the list. But it isn’t a simple question to answer as there are different things that can affect that final fateful number. Not to worry! You’ve got options. Insurance If you’ve got […]
Causes of Sharp left side pain or abdominal pain after gastric bypass Abdominal pain or left side pain is something that you may experience after having gastric bypass surgery. It is estimated that more than 50% of postoperative complaints and emergency room visits following gastric bypass surgery are related to abdominal pain. There are a […]
Gastric bypass surgery is a great option when weight loss hasn’t occurred through traditional means, such as diet and exercise. But sometimes, even after following all your doctor’s recommendations, significant complications still arise after your gastric bypass surgery, leading to the consideration of alternative options. In some cases, gastric bypass reversal is considered. To fully […]
If you want to drink alcohol after bariatric surgery safely and responsibly read this article to learn how. Many people enjoy drinking alcohol socially, such as having a couple of beers at a baseball game or a glass of wine with dinner. If you’ve had bariatric surgery, though, the way your body reacts to alcohol […]
Every bariatric surgery comes with its pros and cons. In this article we discuss the pros and cons of gastric bypass surgery. If you are frustrated from trying conventional methods of weight loss and not having success or you are looking to explore other options for weight loss, but you do not know if Gastric […]
Weight loss surgery is a great option for significant weight loss but many times, the resultant loose skin isn’t something you thought you’d have to deal with. Whenever massive weight loss occurs, especially in a relatively short amount of time, such as with weight loss surgery, loose skin will be left behind. This is an […]
The biggest benefit of gastric sleeve surgery it will allow you to lose a substantial amount of weight that was not otherwise attainable through regular diet and exercise. However, losing all that weight won’t just be body fat. It’s possible that you will also lose lean body mass, or muscle, in the process. Keeping this […]
