I am 54 years old. I had gastric bypass surgery 20 years ago. I am 5 ft 4 inches. I weigh 100 lbs. I have kept the weight off this long. I had a revision 12 years ago. Recently I have been having complications eating almost anything. The pain in my stomach when i try to eat anything is unimaginable to say the least. It feels as if the food gets stuck somewhere. What could this be? I have lost 15 lbs in 3 weeks. Am I starving to death? What do I do?
Answers (3)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Loose skin after weight loss depends on a few factors: how much weight you lose, the quality and elasticity of your skin, and your age. Since you’re 32, your skin likely still has some elasticity, which is a good sign. Your previous tummy tuck means that the skin on your abdomen is already t...
Arm liposuction and gastric bypass can sometimes be performed at the same time, but it depends on a few important factors, including your overall health, surgical risk, and the recommendations of your bariatric and plastic surgeons.
Gastric bypass is a significant procedure that typically takes...
Since you’re experiencing worsening heartburn after your gastric sleeve, along with PCOS, prediabetes, and some weight regain, gastric bypass could potentially be a beneficial option. Bypass surgery is often recommended for patients dealing with severe acid reflux after sleeve surgery because i...