does my daughter have to go off steroids before sleeve?

[Domawa 17]

My daughter wants to have a gastric sleeve. She had an appointment with my dr. who performed my sleeve operation. My daughter is on steroids (very low dose, 5 mg) and the receptionist told her the dr would not perform the surgery if she was on steroids My daughter has inflammatory arthritis. She stopped taking the heavy arthritis drugs (biologics) because she thought she would have to go off of those, but she has continued to take the steroids to be able to function at her job (she is a physical therapist) So I am wondering if this is correct. She was so disappointed she cancelled her appointment because she didn't see any need to drive to Dallas if he wouldn't do the surgery. Has anyone out there had the sleeve on steroids? Is it a factor in the healing process? Thanks for any info you can give me. I am hoping the receptionist was wrong. She told my daughter to go back on the other drugs and get off steroids I cant believe that would be correct Those biologics are scary stuff.

[ShrinkingPeach 1,291]

I know steroids can be a problem for healing. I would speak to the surgeon about specifics and get his/her input. She may have to go off for a short period of time. Don't panic just yet and speak directly to the surgeon with any concerns you have. Good luck!

[Bufflehead 6,358]

Definitely speak with the surgeon, don't take instructions/information on this kind of issue from the receptionist. There may also be alternate pain-relief possibilities that the surgeon could discuss with your daughter. Good luck!

[BrownEyedTxGirl 139]

As others advised definitely consult with the surgeon but my surgeon said not steroids two weeks prior and a few weeks after (don't remember the exact amount of time after since I don't take them).

But my surgeon pretty much removed all medications and pain reliever two weeks out.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

She needs to talk with her surgeon about her specific needs and issues. My surgeon said that steroids were the biggest cause of leaks.

[shellyd88 463]

I agree pls talk to dr this can be true for some ppl usually ppl that have underlying issues such as lung disease which my husband has and takes steroids for if your daughter is otherwise healthy she may be accepted to surgery with a lung function test first the steroids do inhibit healing however is more impacted by bacteria if she isn't having a bypass they may do it always ask the dr first before discontinuing meds it takes so much time to adjust to diff meds etc

[ShariAnn 8]

I am awaiting insurance approval and I take prednisone and will for life. I take 10mg every other day for a high EOS. None of my doctors have commented at all about it even the surgeon. I guess I'll know for sure when my surgery appointment is set.

[Domawa 17]

Thanks everyone. I plan to contact the dr again and check it out. It does sound like there is a greater risk of leaks and slower healing, so we need to check it out carefully. Appreciate everyones responses