Allergies

[Jennifer Williams 10]

Does anyone have metal allergies? I have metal allergies and had stainless steel pins put in my broken finger about 25 years ago and had an allergic reaction and had to have them removed. I am terrified that they use titanium staples to close the stomach and that I will have a reaction. The surgeon seemed unbothered and said it's never happened. When I google titanium allergies, it is possible, but not highly common.

I can't seem to get over my anxiety over this to the point that I want to cancel. HELP!

[Lisa XO 117]

I'm not 100% sure but I think my son has metal allergies. He had a medical device implanted years ago that had to eventually be removed before his body would heal. It was not ever confirmed by the doctor but I think he was afraid of being sued. (they started giving him the fancy hospital suites for free after his second dehiscence. he had a total of four b4 they removed the device.)

So, yes, it happens. This probably doesn't help your anxiety and I'm sorry for that. You should make it very clear to your doctor that you have these allergies, period.

Edited April 14, 2023 by Lisa XO

[catwoman7 11,220]

ask your surgeon. I know titanium is used a lot in surgeries (screws, clips, staples) - I have some of all from my plastic surgeries. I don't know what kind of staples they use for WLS, but probably titanium there as well. Just ask - they may have some alternative for people who are allergic to it.