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Once you have the gastric bypass you won't need another surgery unless there are complications such as leakage, but this is rare. However, depending on your original size and skin elasticity, you may consider surgery to remove excess skin from (primarily) the waist, legs and arms.
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Where can I learn more about gastric bypass surgery and weight gain?
If you are looking for information on gastric bypass surgery and or weight gain this website would be the right one. www.webmd.com/diet/weight-loss-surgery/gastric-bypass
Is gastric bypass considered bariatric surgery?
Bariatric surgery is a broad term used to describe weight loss surgeries. Gastric bypass surgery falls under the category of a bariatric surgery. Therefore, getting a bariatric surgery, isn't necessarily indicative that you would be getting gastric bypass.
Are the surgeons for gastric bypass plastic surgery experts in the field?
There are docotrs who are experts in the field of bariatrics. These would be the doctors would be most qualified to perform gastric bypass plastic surgery.
Is gastric bypass only for those really obese?
From what I have read, gastric bypass surgery can be for a wide variety of people who are struggling with obesity. Your primary care physician would be able to tell you definitively if you qualify for gastric bypass surgery.
Where can I go to get some information on after gastric bypass surgery?
There are many places that offer information on gastric bypass surgery, such as this one: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass/MY00825 Your best bet would be to speak with a doctor for the most reliable information.
Will bypass gastric surgery help with gastric problems?
Gastric bypass surgery is mainly used to assist morbidly obese individuals with weight loss when regular diet and exercise fails to control the patients' weight. Gastric bypass alters the way in which the body processes food, the digestive system would be affected by this surgery.
Where can I find advice on bypass surgery?
I would suggest going to http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Gastric-Bypass-Surgery/advice. This is an online gastric bypass support forum. Members include past patients and physicians.
Can I see a CGI-type picture of what happens during gastric bypass surgery?
a good place to find pictures or videos of what the surgeon does during gastric bypass surgery can be found on sites such as WebMD. It offers slideshows as well as detailed videos of how the surgeon would perform gastric bypass surgery
Where can I find out more about plastic surgery gastric bypass?
You can go to your family doctor and they will be able to give you the best information regarding gastric bypass surgery. Surgery is serious business so if I was contemplating it I would go to my doctor.
Am I able to get gastric bypass surgery if I am pregnant?
No, absolutely not. Gastric bypass surgery is a major surgery and the operation would require anesthesia, a significant amount of blood loss, and a very restrictive diet afterwards. All of this would greatly endanger the fetus.
Where can I find info on gastric band vs gastric bypass online?
To find more information regarding gastric bypass surgery. I would recommend speaking with a doctor or dietician. You can also read some information online. Here is a site I found useful:http://www.webmd.com/diet/weight-loss-surgery/gastric-bypass
Where can I find more information on new gastric bypass?
Gastric bypass surgery is a major surgery, I would talk to your doctor first to find out more information on the procedure. This surgery is WAY more than a simple stomach stapling procedure.
