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Dr. Jossart,
I have severe hereditary spherocytosis and had a splenectomy when I was a child as a result. I am very overweight, have some negative health issues because of it and would like to have the gastric sleeve procedure. Years ago I asked about the gastric bipass and was told I could not have it done because I did not have a spleen. They indicated this was due to the intestinal complications that could occur. Will not having a spleen also count me out for the gastric sleeve procedure too? Please advise.
Thank you, Lizzyshade