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My doc said if a leak was going to happen it happens in the first few days/week.

But that's just what I was told by my specific doctor, so I'd ask your doctor for what they have experienced.

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You are out of danger for a leak after about 2 weeks. Your doctor may do a test before you leave the hospital to check for leaks, depends on their practice. Mine didn't, but I know some that do it. Leaks are very rare, but serious. They are also fixable.

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I don't know where people are getting the 2 week timeframe. According to my surgeon, things like steroid use can cause leaks much later than 2 weeks after surgery.

Leaks are very rare. If you have concerns, please talk to your surgeon.

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Leaks caused by taking steroids would be the result of something the person with the sleeve did that had an adverse effect.... Leaks two weeks and less would be directly linked to a surgical complication....

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When in July and with which surgeon, if you don't mind me asking. I am going in July as well!!

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When in July and with which surgeon, if you don't mind me asking. I am going in July as well!!

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Hi there.

I'm Sugary Sweetheart. I'm scheduled for July 13th, and I'm getting the sleeve done. You?

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July 9th

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Dr. Illan in BC. I'm super excited!!

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