i was diagnosed with gastritis pre op...scared now, should i b?

[Karishero 57]

Had my edg and I have gastritis and ulcers. The doctor gave me protonix for what I thought was the ulcers but after researching I think it is for both.. My question is if I have gastritis which is inflammation of the lining of my stomach then is it safe to have the sleeve done? I'm worried with the small space and swelling I won't even be able to get Water down...my doctor gave me the impression that it will be healed b4 surgery...but im uneasy.

[kcinpa 159]

Sounds like the medicine he gave you should clear it up before the surgery, but just to ease your concerns you should call him with any questions you have about it.

[JennyBeth 127]

I have had gastritis for the past 10 years. It never goes away. It is an irritation to the inside of the stomach/esophagus and it can get better with the proper medication, but it could be an issue at any time. My surgeon said that you do run the risk of having it flare up immediately after surgery, but he is going to put me on medication for the first 6 months (or longer if necessary) to help. I have never been told that gastritis makes your stomach swollen. I would ask your surgeon.

[Karishero 57]

The definition of gastritis is inflammation or swelling. C link below....

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002135/

[Karishero 57]

I did ask my surgeon and the meds I'm taking are meant to offset the inflammation..

[Stef 264]

Had my edg and I have gastritis and ulcers. The doctor gave me protonix for what I thought was the ulcers but after researching I think it is for both.. My question is if I have gastritis which is inflammation of the lining of my stomach then is it safe to have the sleeve done?

If it wasn't safe, your surgeon wouldn't be performing the operation.

I was diagnosed with mild gastroenteritis after my endoscopy also and put on 20mg omeprazole and I was told to continue it for 6 months after the surgery. From what I've seen, it's pretty common for us sleevers and not a whole lot to get worried over.

[tnellp 12]

I was also diagnosed with ulcers and gastritis when I had my EGD. My doctor told me no smoking and no sodas for 3 months, and I'm taking Protonix 2x a day. He said my stomach wouldn't heal right after the surgery otherwise. It is absolutely killing me, but trying to look at it as I was going to have to give up my bad habits eventually anyway, just getting an early start. Good luck on your surgery! Please let us know how it goes