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4+ Years after Gastric Bypass/Health Issues?

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Chelsea1982

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I am almost 5 years (10/20/2020) post op. I have had many medical problem the last year. Anyone else? Or are there others that have had no problems.
 
Chelsea1982 said:
I am almost 5 years (10/20/2020) post op. I have had many medical problem the last year. Anyone else? Or are there others that have had no problems.
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Do you believe these problems are related to your surgery? If so, you should see your post-op team or read government publications that document changes in health following surgery. If not, well, there's really no way to compare yourself to someone else unless you BOTH go to the same doctor and have the same exams and tests. Can you say more?
 
I know that these problems were related to my gastric bypass. Petersen Defect. Look it up. I had emergency surgery at 2 am. I had a large internal hernia, bowel obstruction, and a hole in my bowel.

Also… I wasn’t comparing any illnesss or problems to Bariatric surgery. If I had been, I would have named a specialist problem. I was simply asking if anyone that has bariatric surgery more then 3 years ago had any problem. Nothing specific… therefore nothing to compare.
 
Chelsea1982 said:
I know that these problems were related to my gastric bypass. Petersen Defect. Look it up. I had emergency surgery at 2 am. I had a large internal hernia, bowel obstruction, and a hole in my bowel.

Also… I wasn’t comparing any illnesss or problems to Bariatric surgery. If I had been, I would have named a specialist problem. I was simply asking if anyone that has bariatric surgery more then 3 years ago had any problem. Nothing specific… therefore nothing to compare.
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The only way I can help you is to say I'm sorry for the problems. I have not had the surgery yet. I will need to look at Petersen Defect. I'm so sorry you had to have an emergent surgery for a hernia. I wish you well soon!
 
I had gastric sleeve surgery a few years ago, and I remember the 3-week mark being a bit of a roller coaster. Hang in there—it gets better! Make sure you’re staying hydrated, following your diet plan, and taking things slow. Small sips, small bites, and lots of patience really helped me. Also, walking a little each day made a big difference in my energy levels. Hang in there! What’s been the biggest challenge for you so far?
 
Chelsea1982 said:
I am almost 5 years (10/20/2020) post op. I have had many medical problem the last year. Anyone else? Or are there others that have had no problems.
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Had to have sleeve converted to bypass due to Gerd . Only 1 yr out . Biggest issue is lost digestive enzymes , stomach always feels queasy and want to eat nothing but crackers and ginger ale . But doesn’t help so must be the closed of stomach sending the queasy feeling .
Also meds don’t work like used to
 
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