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I lost 10 pounds in 2 months after gallbladder surgery wile using a feeding tube because of gastroparesis is that normal or should i be worried. ?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Weight loss: is always of concern. If most of the weight loss was in the first 2 weeks around the surgery, and your weight has stabilized now it is Ok not to worry. If the weight loss has been steady over the last 2 months, it is of concern and further work up will be needed including malabsorbtive states and full review of your tube feeding formula as well as daily meds- topamax, (topiramate) specifically.

Dr Amico Jr and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/28/2015

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