Possible to Have Second Gastric Bypass Surgery?

I had gastric bypass surgery 30 years ago. I received no follow-up support. The surgery was reversed about 8 years later. I had lost a lot of weight...

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How Much Does Gastric Bypass Surgery Cost?

Please help me understand what kind of costs are involved with the gastric bypass surgery process.

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What is the Difference Between Gastric Banding and Gastric Bypass?

I'd like to know how is gastric banding different from gastric bypass? Which of the two is the safest, gives you the most results, and has the least...

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Gastric Bypass and Tummy Tuck at the Same Time?

I've had a Gastric bypass (8 years out) and now I need to have a hernia repair re-done. I want to have a Tummy Tuck at the same time. Is this possible...

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Gastric Bypass Revision

I had the gastric bypass in 2002 and went from 330 to 160. I got pregnant and had 2 girls back to back. I regained some of my weight and stay around...

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Gastric Bypass 4 Years After Thyroid Removal?

I want to get a gastric bypass but I had thyroid removal done 4 years ago. Am I still able to get the surgery?

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Gastric Bypass - Self-Pay Patient Vs. Insurance

I am trying to get approval through my insurance company (BCBS) for gastric bypass. I'm wondering if there is a benefit to skipping the insurance...

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Will Gastric Bypass Help my Underactive Thyroid (Hypothyroidism)?

Can my condition be improved by getting bypass surgery?

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Will Cigna Pay for Gastric Bypass Surgery Again?

I had surgery about five years ago due to some family problems and being stressed out I have gained most of the weight back I lost. I would like to...

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Can I Have Gastric Bypass While on Lamisil?

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Am I Required to See a Psychologist Before Having a Gastric Bypass?

I've been told that I will need to speak to a psychologist before I am allowed to have a gastric bypass. Is this true? Why would I need to speak...

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What is a Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB)?

I've recently heard of a procedure called the "Mini Gastric Bypass" that is supposed to take less time and have fewer risks. What is it?...

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Laproscopic Stoma Revision Possible After Gastric Bypass?

I had the laparoscopic RNY Gastric Bypass in March 2002. I have recently had weight regain due to an enlarged stoma. My stomach (pouch) is still of...

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Gatric Bypass for a Patient Weighing Only 200 Lbs?

I have been overweight my whole life, and so has my sister. I am considering getting Gastric bypass, but my sister thinks that it won't help me. I...

Smoking and Gastric Bypass Surgery

My doctor said point blank that he doesn't operate on smokers but he doesn't care if you start smoking again after surgery. Why? What are the...

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How Much Weight Can I Feasibly Lose Without a Gastric Bypass?

I'm quite heavy (500 pounds) and have been thinking of having a gastric bypass, but it seems so drastic and final to me. Can I feasibly lose...

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What is Roux-en-Y (RNY) Gastric Bypass?

What is Roux-en-Y (RNY) Gastric Bypass?

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Too Obese for Gastric Bypass Surgery?

I want to talk to a doctor about getting bypass surgery but I am afraid of being turned down. My BMI is 80, height 5'5", weight 500lb....

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Gastric Bypass Complications

Considering gastric bypass but heard it's dangerous and there are a lot of risks. What sort of complications can happen with gastric bypass surgery?

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Will Medicaid Pay for Gastric Bypass Surgery?

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Thyroid and RNY Gastric Bypass

I was scheduled for RNY and hernia repair and then received a phone call from the scheduling nurse saying my blood test showed my thyroid was low. So...

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How Long to Wait After C-section to Have Bariatric Surgery?

It Has Been 5 Months and I Weight 288 Lbs. I develop gestational diabetes and had a 10 lbs 15 oz baby, my blood pressure is 150/100 and my PCP is very...

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What to Expect from Gastric Bypass?

I am a 36 year old mother of 6. I love all my children and am proud that I gave birth to all of them but I hate what it has done to my body. I was...

Gastric Bypass with Hernia Repair - Can It Be Done at the Same Time?

If not, how long should I wait? The hernia is painful and swollen so I'd like to get it fixed ASAP.

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What is StomaphyX?

What is StomaphyX and how does it work on bariatric patients?

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Do I Need to Lose Weight Before Having a Gastric Bypass?

I'm thinking of having a gastric bypass to shift a lot of weight. However, Would I need to lose any weight before I had the gastric bypass?

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Is Gastric Bypass Reversible?

Can I get the gastric bypass reversed if something goes wrong or if it doesn't work out for me?

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Does Insurance Cover Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Do most insurance providers cost gastric bypass surgery, or can it be used to offset at least some of the cost?

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Insurance Coverage for Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Does Amerigroup Medicaid pay for gastric bypass surgery?

Is It Possible to Weigh Too Much to Have a Gastric Bypass Operation?

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Gastric Bypass and Diabetes

I recently read that Gastric Bypass surgery can often reverse Diabetes, is that true?

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Gastric Bypass W/ Gall Bladder Removal

I read that sometimes the gall bladder is removed as part of the surgery. What determines whether I get to keep my gall bladder? Is it riskier if...

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Where is the Gastric Bypass Scar Located?

Where is the scar from gastric bypass and how big is it?

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Lap Banding Possible After Gastric Bypass?

Is it possible to have a lap banding done after you have had a gastric bypass procedure?

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I Am 5'7" and Weigh 235 Pounds, Am I Eligible for Gastric Bypass?

For many years I have struggled with my weight and nothing seems to work: Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, Medifast. You name it, and I've tried it....

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Gastric Bypass Revision and Hernia Repair

Can gastric bypass revision surgery and ventral hernia repair be done at the same time?

Can You Recommend a Gastric Bypass Surgeon in Las Vegas?

At 70 years old, I want Gastric bypass. My weight is still out of control. I'm close to Las Vegas. I don't think my insurance will cover the cost. But...

Do I Need to Do a Mandatory Diet Program Before Gastric Bypass?

My surgeon usually requires a mandatory lifestyle course where patients learn about diet and exercise. However, he's said he's going to exempt...

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Laxatives Before Gastric Bypass Surgery?

If I go on a liquid diet several days before my gastric bypass, how will this affect the need for harsh laxatives taken 24-48 hours in advance?

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Am I Required to See a Dietician Before Gastric Bypass?

And, if so, do most surgeons have one on-staff on do I need to go somewhere else and get "cleared" before the doctor will operate on me?

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What to Expect During Gastric Bypass Consultation

I'm looking around for doctors and have made one appt so far. What will happen in the appt? Do I need to bring any thing with me?

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Does Gastric Bypass Cure Sleep Apnea?

I've heard this - Is it true and how does it work?

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Gastric Bypass W/ Wound Healing Issues?

I'm planning on having a gastric bypass within the next 6 months. My problem is that I have never healed very well. I have wounds that have been...

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Stomaphy X Worth It?

I was reading about endoscopic pouch reduction with the Stomaphy X device. For someone who has regained some weight post-gastric bypass surgery and...

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Possible to Replace Gastric Band w/ Gastric Bypass and Liposuction?

I have done a gastic band about 5 years ago and i didnt really get the results i was hoping for so i have decided to take the band out and do gastric...

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How Has Gastric Bypass Surgery Changed in Recent Years?

I have talked to a few women online who had bypass surgery 10+ years ago. A lot of them seem to have problems with their surgery. Coincidence? Or has...

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Best Gastric Bypass Surgeon in USA?

I am going to be a difficult case... high BMI, diabetes, heart murmur. So i am looking for the best gastric bypass surgeon to help me. I have been...

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Safe to Have Gastric Bypass Surgery with Tummy Tuck Before Weight Loss?

I heard of a surgeon who performs a tummy tuck with the bypass because a lot of patients like me have excess skin already hanging(lateral...

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What's the Average Daily Amount of Calories for a Gastric Bypass Diet Plan?

Is this calculated based on gender and height? What would be the daily calories after surgery for a 5'7" female in her 30's? Do you stay...

What Foods Should I Avoid After Having a Gastric Bypass?

I know that I can't eat everything I used to and that I should cut down on high fat and high sugar foods. However, I wanted to know if there were...

Can a Person with a Colostomy Have Any Form of Gastric Bypass Surgery?

I am a 42 year old African American female with a colostomy resulting from rectal cancer diagnosed in 2002, removed with surgery in 2003. I have a...

Stomach Stapling Performed 15 Years Ago. Can I Get a Gastric Bypass?

After Stomach Stapling in 1995, Now I Want Gastric Bypass. Is This Possible?

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Types of Gastric Bypass Surgery

RNY, laproscopic, sleeve gastrectomy, biliopancreatic diversion... what are all of these things? It's so confusing. How will I know which one to...

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Gastric Bypass Vs Mini-Gastric Bypass

What is the difference between a gastric bypass procedure and a mini gastric bypass?

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Is Cardiac Arrest a Common Complication from Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Is it unlikely I'll experience this complication if I have a healthy heart?

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Should I Tell My Family I'm Considering Gastric Bypass?

I don't think my family will support me w/ getting surgery. As of right now it's not 100% I'll be approved for the surgery anyway. When...

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Cost of a Revision of Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery (RNY), my Insurance Will Not Pay

Cost of a Revision of Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery (RNY), my insurance will not pay.

Am I Likely to Get Gallstones After Gastric Bypass?

I've talked to a lot of post-op bypass patients and a lot of them have mentioned getting gallstones after surgery. What are the chances this will...

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How Much Does a Gastric Bypass Cost in Kansas City?

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What is the Average Weight Loss for People Who Have Just Had Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Maintain my Results After Having the Gastric Bypass Surgery?

What type of people are the most successful at maintaining weight loss after gastric bypass surgery? Is personality type an important factor in a...

Can a Morbidly Obese Person Be Too Old to Undergo Bariatric Surgery As a Means to Lose Weight?

Are there any online support groups that have been created to help make a formerly morbidly obese person's transition into a healthier lifestyle...

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Is a Gastric Sleeve a Good Option for Somebody Who is Overweight and Had a C-section?

Is gastric sleeve a good alternative to gastric bypass? Would it be less intrusive of an option?

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Traveling for Gastric Bypass

I've been researching bariatric doctors and can't find any near me that I feel comfortable with. Is it okay to travel out of state or out of...

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How Can Family Members Help Gastric Bypass Patients?

What tips do you have for family and friends of bariatric patients? I'd love to know what obstacles you see in your practices and how loved ones...

Diabetes Type 2 and Bariatric Surgery?

What are the risks for bariatric surgery with diabetes type 2?

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Open Gastric Bypass

Do doctors still perform open gastric bypass surgery? I have a high BMI (70) and I have been reading that laproscopic might not be possible due to this.

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What is the Gastric Bypass Diet?

What types of foods and calories are part of the gastric bypass diet? Can I lose pounds on that diet without surgery?

What Are Daily Calories for a Gastric Bypass Diet Plan?

Do I need to start practicing this caloric intake before the surgery?

Will a Gastric Bypass Diet Make Me Constipated?

After a gastric bypass surgery, can I take laxatives to help with constipation? What medication is not recommended?

What Are the Bariatric Surgery Dietary Guidelines?

What foods are not allowed when recovering from bariatric surgery? Are there certain times of day/night that I shouldn't eat?

What is the Average Time Between Gastric Bypass Surgery and Undergoing a Body Lift?

How Should I Space my Meals After a Gastric Bypass Operation?

Is it better to eat less, but snack throughout the day?

Gastric Bypass Surgery Safe With A BMI of 35-36?

I'm 5'2 with a BMI between 35-36. Is it safe for me to have Gastirc Bypass sugery? I'm paying for the surgery myself and want to know if...

Bariatric Surgery Alternatives?

Should alternatives to bariatric surgery be considered and tried first? What are some successful alternatives for someone 100 pounds overweight?

Am I still a Candidate for Gastric Bypass if I have Ceoliac Disease?

Is it suitable for a person with Ceoliac Disease

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Are There Any Teaching Hospitals in Texas That Offer Gastric Bypass for a Discounted Rate?

What Does my BMI Have to Be in Order to Be Approved for Bariatric Surgery?

If my heart and lungs look healthy, what is another major deciding factor for becoming a candidate for bariatric surgery?

Is It Possible to Lose More Weight Than You Would Like To with WLS?

If you want to get to a healthy weight for your body and the healthy weight is 165, is it possible that you may keep on losing and passing your goal...

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Are There Other Costs Besides the Surgery Itself when Planning for a Gastric Bypass?

What other procedures and check-ups are needed before and after a gastric bypass surgery? Are these costs a small percentage when compared to the...

Is Hair Loss Common After Bariatric Surgery?

How extensive is this hair loss, can it be prevented with supplements?

I've Had Multiple Pre-Op Consults, What Is My Gastric Bypass Wait Period If I've Moved Since Then?

I have been attempting to get gastric bypass for over 3 years now. i have also moved 3 times in between. hence.. gone to three different hospitals....

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If Your 14 and Overweight by 110 Lbs. Can You Have a Parent Sign for Gastric Bypass?

Hi I'm lizz I'm 14 and weight 230 I am on risk of pre diabetes and only in 8th grade I really need help is it possible to get help with a...

Out of State Gastric Bypass Near Tampa, Florida. I Will Be There For Three Months, Will That Be Okay?

I'm finishing school May 10th, and heading out to Florida May 15th.Recently my family and I have discussed WLS for me. I am 22, with aBMI of about...

Gastric Bypass BUT Not Obese.

I know this is a really silly question but I've always wondered. Is it possible to have a gastric bypass without being MORBIDLY obese if you pay...

Is It Possible to Have Gastric Bypass if the Stomach Stappling I Had Done 19 Years Ago Has Failed? (photo)

I had stomach stapling done 19 years ago. I went from 250 pounds down to 130 pounds in about 7 months. Well through no ones fault but my own I have...

Can I Still Have Gastric Bypass when I Have Had Fundoplication Surgery?

I do not want the sleeve and wanted to know if I could still have gastric bypass when I have had a fundoplication surgery done already? And thanks