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I was sleeved about 3.5 years ago. Never really had any complications. Now all of a sudden I sometimes get cramping and back pain within a few hours of eating. Not everyday and not every time I eat something. Could this be from my sleeve? Or something completely unrelated?

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Maybe it's time to revisit your bariatric team???

Anytime a WLS person has pain that can be associated directly with eating I would recommend scheduling an app'tment with the good ol' doc.

In today's busy times, any pain is distracting from our daily lives and completely unacceptable.

One thought: Do you still have your gall bladder?

Anyway, my NJ friend. Please go and see what the folks with the alphabet after their name have to say.

By all means, come back and post how you made out. We are a very nosy bunch, yes, but we also really care. :)

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I do still have my gall bladder. Planning on contacting them when they are in the office. Just curious if anyone ever heard of complications this long after surgery.

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I love when people answer a question with a question.

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I had my gallbladder out three years after my sleeve surgery. That is why I mentioned it.

WLS can raise havoc with gallbladders as well as our kidneys.

Take care of yourself, friend.

Feel better.

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Gallbladder evil little sucker!!!! Give a call and tell them you need it to be checked out. I had three large stones in mine and felt sooooo much better without it

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I don't recall seeking medical advice. I recall asking a question about weight loss surgery on a weight loss surgery forum. Thanks to all who answered!

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It would be lovely for the forum to be a positive supportive channel with the opportunity to diiscuss, question and share experiences. Here's to physical and emotional wellness.

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I do still have my gall bladder. Planning on contacting them when they are in the office. Just curious if anyone ever heard of complications this long after surgery.

It's always possible to have side affects but u need to see your surgeon....

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U r fine. Thats what we r here for...to be there for each other..feel free to say or ask anything.

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Not my gallbladder. Spoke with primary, surgeon, and GI DR. Looking at other possibilities.

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