The size of the stomach is reduced and the digestive system is rerouted during gastric bypass surgery, a crucial medical treatment. Before undergoing gastric bypass surgery, there are a number of factors that must be considered. There are a number of factors to consider before undergoing gastric bypass surgery. Although gastric bypass surgery has some risks and complications, these are rare. The majority of weight loss surgeries performed in our clinic result in success and patient satisfaction.
Risks And Complications Of Gastric Bypass Surgery
Like other surgical operations, gastric bypass surgery carries potential long-term or short-term health risks. After gastric bypass surgery, bruising, swelling, and pain may occur around the wound. These are temporary side effects. You may feel sick after eating. This is because you consume less food than before. In the future, the body will adapt to this style of eating. Some of the risks that are likely to be seen in any abdominal surgery are as follows:
• Excessive bleeding in the operated area. A new surgery may be needed to stop the bleeding.
• Infection in wounds
• Adverse reactions caused by the applied anesthesia
• Presence of blood clots
• Lung or respiratory problems
• Leaks in the digestive system between the mouth and anus. Leakage occurs mainly at the junction of the intestine and stomach. You may need to have an operation immediately if there is a severe leak.
The long-term risks and side effects of gastric bypass surgery are as follows:
• Intestinal tract obstruction
• Dumping syndrome (may cause diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting in patients)
• You may feel sick or even become ill due to the narrowing of the connection between the stomach sac and the small intestine.
• Gallstone formation: Gallstones may occur due to rapid weight loss after surgery. If you have stones in your gallbladder before surgery, your surgeon may recommend removing your gallbladder during gastric bypass surgery. If such an operation has not been performed, your doctor may prescribe medication.
• Hernia discomfort (Internal hernia): One of the two intestinal loops formed during the surgery is bent through a newly created opening to the lower part of the other intestine. An obstruction can occur if the bent bowel stays in the same position and gets stuck. The blood flow to the intestine can be cut off due to the blockage. You may need surgery to prevent this condition. If you have severe abdominal pain, you should seek medical attention immediately.
• Excessive decrease in blood sugar level (hypoglycemia)
• Malnutrition problem
• Perforation (gastric perforation)
• Ulcer disease: Bleeding may occur due to a stomach ulcer. This disorder is more common in smokers. Therefore, it is recommended to quit smoking. You may need to use medication because of your stomach acid complaint.
• Vomiting problem
• Rare death
After gastric bypass surgery, the desired weight may not be lost. The reason is that the patient does not adapt to dietary recommendations and lifestyle changes or has difficulty doing so. In this case, your surgeon will provide you with medical support.
Recovery Time From Gastric Bypass Surgery
You will be discharged after staying in the hospital for 1-2 days after the operation. You will need to spend several weeks at home before you can return to work. You should avoid strenuous activities for at least six weeks. To switch to a regular diet, you need an average of 12 weeks.
Dumping Syndrome
Dumping syndrome, one of the possible risks of gastric bypass surgery, generally occurs after consuming very sugary and sweet foods or high-fat foods. The symptoms of dumping syndrome, which is caused by a large amount of food in the stomach moving very quickly in the small intestine, are as follows:
• Feeling of fullness despite eating less
• Cramps in the Stomach
• Diarrhea
• Excessive sweating and shivering
• Dizziness and vomiting
• Fatigue and Weakness
• Redness on the skin
When weight-loss surgery doesn't work
After gastric bypass surgery, sometimes the patient may not lose enough weight or gain weight again. This is because the recommended lifestyle changes are not applied to the patient. If the patient constantly snacks on high-calorie foods, he cannot lose enough weight and starts to gain weight again. If you do not want to gain weight again, you should continue regular physical activities and exercise. In addition, you should take your doctor's checks. If you notice a problem with your weight loss or if you experience unexpected side effects, you should contact your doctor.
Is Gastric Bypass Permanent?
Gastric bypass surgery and other bariatric surgeries can provide long-term weight loss in people. The weight you lose depends on the type of surgery and changes in your lifestyle. Within two years, you may be able to lose half of your excess weight or even more.
Can your stomach grow back after Weight Loss Surgery?
To say that gastric bypass surgery is successful, the patient must be able to lose at least 50% of their excess weight and maintain this weight for at least five years. With successful results, the person's quality of life improves, health conditions improve, and the patient begins to enjoy life more, his self-confidence increases, and he participates in social life more. However, most patients are concerned about weight gain after gastric bypass surgery. One of the common questions on their minds is whether their stomach will grow back after weight loss surgery.
Most patients lose weight immediately after gastric bypass. Because the stomachs of the patients were reduced by surgery, this does not mean that the person does not follow the doctor's recommendations or nutritional routines. After the surgery, weight loss will slow down as time passes. Your body will adapt to this healthy routine over time. You can reduce your exercise time a little. When the patient reaches his goal of losing weight, he can slightly increase his food intake. It is normal for the patient to gain a few pounds after a certain period. As a result, your stomach can't return to its original size after gastric bypass surgery.
For the patient to maintain his weight loss success for a long time, he must maintain a healthy lifestyle and a healthy diet throughout his life. In addition, the patient should maintain regular exercise and disciplined lifestyle changes. If these are not taken into account, weight gain may occur again.
The following are the rules to be followed to prevent the stomach from growing back years after gastric bypass surgery:
• The patient should correct the relationship with food.
• Must acquire nutritional habits suitable for weight loss
• It should be important to take food containing a minimum of 90 grams of protein daily.
• A maximum of 15 grams of sugar should be consumed in each serving.
• Soda-type drinks should be avoided, and water should be consumed instead.
• Lean proteins and whole grains are edible
• Fruit and vegetable consumption is essential, and low-fat dairy products can be drunk.
• The time you will allocate for eating and drinking should be 30 minutes.
• Snacks should be chosen from healthy ones.
• Excessive sugary foods and unhealthy snacks should be avoided.
• Meals should be consumed slowly and in small portions.
• Stress should be avoided, and activities should be done to strengthen mental health.
• Weekly regular activities should be done
• Daily recommended amounts of multivitamins and mineral supplements should be taken.
• In order to maintain weight loss, the issues listed should be continued without giving up.
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