Gastric leak symptoms

[Jb1176 79]

What are the symptoms of a gastric leak in sleeved patients?

[Zoey716 98]

I had a small leak (they think it was caused by a small ulcer that formed on the suture line on my stomach). It was very painful for me. Felt like a constant cramp just below my rib cage and went around to my back. I called my surgeon who instructed to me to meet him at the ER. He had them run a battery of tests to check for the leak. Once they found "bubbles" in my stomach they took me in for emergency surgery.

If you are experiencing any pain, or discomfort that is constant and that you are worried about - call your doctor. That's what you (or insurance) paid BIG bucks for! Never hesitate to call. Even if it turns out to be gas, or just normal post surgical soreness, in my opinion it's always best to air on the side of caution.

Best of luck and hope everything is okay!

[Zoey716 98]

@@Jb1176 - How are you doing today???

[Jb1176 79]

I'm doing fine. The pain went away during the night. I see the surgeon for my first follow up appointment since surgery this afternoon. I will know better after I see him.