Gastric Bypass – Potential Side Effects to be Aware Of

While there are great benefits to bariatric surgery and the life of patients undergoing one of its types greatly improves after it, it is wise to know about all aspects involved. There are potential side effects to any surgery, gastric bypass in no exception from that. Weight loss surgeons is Los Angeles consider it important for patients to be informed on the following potential side effects:

Dumping. Caused by foods high in sugar or fat, this effect is experienced at some point by the majority of patients. It is a good warning to be serious and strict about the recommended diet.

Vomiting. Any amount of food that exceeds the capacity of the stomach pouch to hold, causes vomiting. To avoid this, gastric bypass patients must chew their food slowly, must pay attention to portioning, and must drink much water each day.

Food blockage. Eating too fast without thorough chewing results in food chunks too big to pass the opening to the intestine. The result is pain (sometimes intense) and vomiting. Contact your gastric bypass surgeon for advice as soon as you experience such symptoms.

Constipation. For this side effect to be avoided or decreased, a balanced diet is of key importance. Follow closely all nutrition-related instructions given by your surgeon or dietitian.

Gas. Caused by swallowing air with the food or drink, or by the consumption of some dairy products (milk, cheese or even ice cream) and carbonated beverages this can be an unpleasant effect. Burping helps. And again, closely sticking to gastric bypass diet is essential.

Intoxication. Alcohol consumption is not recommended in the first year after surgery. Alcohol shows its effects quicker on gastric bypass patients.

Hibernation syndrome. Because after surgery the nutrients intake is dramatically reduced, you might feel tired, worn off, possibly depressed too in the first few weeks following operation. Keep your faith and continue with your diet and exercise plan, as this will give you an energy boost as soon as your body accommodates to the new conditions.

Hair Loss. It goes with every body weight change and it is only transitional.

Menstrual Problems. Irregularities in the cycle may be experienced by some women after gastric bypass surgery.

Close contact with your surgeon will help you get quick response and remedy to any potential side effects.