Other reasons for surgery

[Grider 92]

I used to be on here back in 2012, I had the Lap Band done, but last year had to have it removed. Not sure if it was Covid or all the issues I had before and after surgery this past year but I have now ended with Gastroparesis. Or slow/ delayed emptying. My Gastro is sending me to weight loss surgery as I think he said the Bypass seems to help the problem. I fit the bill for weight loss surgery with out this issue, BMI, diabetes etc. . My question involves digestion. Does anyone know how it affects the bowels ? I don’t want to live in the bathroom . Did that almost a year Now try to eat soft foods that will digest quickly and hopefully not cause staying in the John. It seems if you only eat a cupful - it would move in a few minutes if you are missing part of your intestines. I’m not sure, I would appreciate any information on this. Thanks

[Making_changes 14]

I just had a bypass done 3 weeks ago. So, I'm new, but I am not in the bathroom a lot. I have 2 bm's a day. I had problems with Constipation right after surgery, but since then no issues. I haven't had to run to make it either. So, pretty normal.

[Grider 92]

Thanks. I’m pretty normal finally, but not sure how surgery would affect me.

[Making_changes 14]

Everyone is different. Don't worry yourself over it. It's good to be informed to make a decision. Just don't stress.

From the posts that I've read, most people stick to their plans and everything is relatively normal.

[catwoman7 11,213]

Constipation is MUCH more common than diarrhea - for both bypass and sleeve patients.

diarrhea is more an issue for people who have the duodenal switch surgery.

[Grider 92]

Thanks. It’s been a roller coaster with my digestive system for 2 1/2 years. Covid delayed care. I wonder f will still have to wait 6 mo before surgery too.

[Grider 92]

Good to know. I am waiting on the Dr appt. My GI needs to send him his notes etc. But I read a lot about dumping syndrome and not able to eat carbs or get Sick. I want to make sure I’m going to improve n not keep suffering with digestive issues.

Edited March 17, 2022 by Grider

[I♡BypassedMyPhatAss♡ 804]

I had my Lap Band removed last April and awaiting revision to RNY also. And yeah I'm having to do the regular pre op program with my surgeon...

[Grider 92]

Well the removal was not rushed either. I was sick, but not dying. So I guess the gastroparisis is not a life or death situation either. Unless I get a fur ball. But I’m watching it. April be a year! Sigh. Thanks.

[ShoppGirl 4,813]

Unless they have to do something different because of your Existing GI issues I don’t see you having more. I haven’t had any and I am a year post op.

[Grider 92]

Great news. I hope I can get my life back. Well now to wait for my first appointment with the surgeon.

[thinblueline 63]

Grider it sounds like you have had it rough. i too hope you get your life back it stinks to go through pain , i wish you well mam.☺️