Back pain

[Susanfnp13 61]

I am about 4 weeks post op and I am beginning to have upper back pain, between my shoulder blades. I know this is a sign of being full, but I'm back on liquids due to stacking. What could this be?

[Miss Mac 6,261]

There are a number of people post-op who develop gallstones after bariatric surgery. When I had my gallbladder out in 1973 (back when the still cut you half in two) my symptoms were similar to what you are describing: Back pain under my right shoulder blade felt like someone was stabbing me with a bowie knife and twisting it around. This one is worth calling your doctor about.

[Pac-woman 325]

What is stacking?

[Miss Mac 6,261]

Stacking is when you eat more than your new tummy can hold and the food backs up in to your esophagus.

[clautxs 40]

I have back pain since surgery, I was told that our body is adjusting to the weight change. I hope it gets better! Im 2 months out.