Question 1

Alk phos 184; wbc 12.7; cbd 12 mm and ruq pain. gallbladder out 20 yrs ago. gastric bypass surgery 13 yrs ago. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

if you are having pain in the right upper quadrant with this lab pattern, it is possible that you could have a retained gallstone in your bile duct. It is important to see your doctor for further evaluation. Good luck.

Question 2

Im considering gastric bypass surgery, but had my gall bladder removed 2 yrs ago, would this be an issue should if i have the surgery?

Accepted Answer

Unless you have a lot of intraabdominal adhesions.

Question 3

I had the gastric bypass surgery, is it safe to have an mri without causing and problems from my surgery?

Accepted Answer

Pretty much all medical implants (something left behind) made after 1996 are MRI safe.  With that said, you will still have to fill out a history form prior to the MRI and make sure to note all of your medical and surgical history.

Question 4

I had gastric bypass surgery rny and i'm having constipation problems my surgeon told me i could use stool softener i don't know witch one is good?

Accepted Answer

A commonly used stool softener is docussate sodium, or DSS (brand name Colace). Its a gel- capsule, and it softens and lubricates your stools. Increasing soluble fiber and drinking plenty of fluid is an even better and more healthy way to soften your stools. Add at least 2 tablespoons of soluble fiber (Metamucil, Citrucel, etc.) to a glass of juice or on cereal each day is usually enough.

Question 5

If u have had gastric bypass surgery can u take imoduim ad?

Accepted Answer

If you have diarrhea it is ok to take imodium (loperamide). However, try to figure out why you are having diarrhea. Make sure it is not infectious. Or not dumping syndrome.  So while it is ok to take Imodium (loperamide) after bypass surgery, you should probably talk to your surgeon to rule out other causes for your diarrhea first..

Question 6

Can you tell me about roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

The the bypass is the gold standard for weight loss operations. It's been around for over 50 yrs and is a proven operation. It is the best in terms of overall weight loss. It is also the best operation for patients with diabetes, heartburn/reflux, large hiatal hernias, or are very obese (bmi over 50). It should only be done by an experienced gastric bypass surgeon. The sleeve is a close second.

Question 7

Can you tell me the price range for a roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery!?

Accepted Answer

Well, insurance usually covers it if you qualify (bmi over 40 if you have no medical problems, or bmi over 35 with medical problems). If you don't have insurance, you are looking at somewhere between $20-30, 000. You can get financing through care credit as one example.

Question 8

Can gastric dumping syndrome occur in a person with no prior gastric bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Anything is possible in medicine. A gastroenterologist can give you more information.

Question 9

Is it possible to have gastric bypass surgery if you have hepatitis c?

Accepted Answer

The hepatitis c itself won't be a barrier to this surgery. The question will be how much damage there is to the liver. People with cirrhosis are at higher risk for complications from any surgery, including bypass.

Question 10

Hepatitis c and gastric bypass surgery? can you have gastric bypass surgery if you have hepatitis c?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis c is not an absolute contraindication to bypass surgery. A lot depends on the current status of your liver function.  Your physician will likely perform liver function tests as part of their evaluation. They may also recommend an ultrasound to evaluate the liver as well as the gallbladder if it is still present. If you have cirrhosis or hepatocellular cancer as a complication of your hepatitis c then you likely have other problems to deal with and bypass surgery is not right for you. If you have normal liver function then there is no absolute contraindication. This is when a conversation with your surgeon is key to understand risks and benefits as they apply to you. Be sure to discuss options in weight loss surgery with your doctor. Lap band and lap bypass are very different surgeries and each has its own risk and benefit.

Does gallbladder problems usually occur aftwe gastric bypass surgery

Alk phos 184; wbc 12.7; cbd 12 mm and ruq pain. gallbladder out 20 yrs ago. gastric bypass surgery 13 yrs ago. should i be concerned?

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Im considering gastric bypass surgery, but had my gall bladder removed 2 yrs ago, would this be an issue should if i have the surgery?

I had the gastric bypass surgery, is it safe to have an mri without causing and problems from my surgery?

I had gastric bypass surgery rny and i'm having constipation problems my surgeon told me i could use stool softener i don't know witch one is good?

If u have had gastric bypass surgery can u take imoduim ad?

Can you tell me about roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery?

Can you tell me the price range for a roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery!?

Can gastric dumping syndrome occur in a person with no prior gastric bypass surgery?

Is it possible to have gastric bypass surgery if you have hepatitis c?

Hepatitis c and gastric bypass surgery? can you have gastric bypass surgery if you have hepatitis c?

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