Questions I need to ask!

[susunorm 95]

Sooo I am meeting with the my doctor soon. He will be performing my surgery. I have a few questions that I am asking him. I am hoping I am not forgetting anything. What questions did you ask your doctor or wished you asked? Anything will be appreciated! :)

[Orchids&Dragons 9,046]

Good luck with your appointment. Here are some things I wish I'd asked:

Do they have a nutritionist on staff who can answer your questions or do they refer you to someone else?

Do they have someone on call outside office hours or will you have to go to the emergency room if a problem arises?

How long will they follow your progress with follow-ups and assistance (like the nutritionist)?

[domi 237]

Great questions above. I'll add:

What do you recommend for Constipation?

[susunorm 95]

Thank you all! Great questions, adding to my list!

[kandywolf 161]

Yes, constipation! That was horrible!
I wish i would have known with the sleeve surgery i would never be able to take any nsaids , i may have gone with the bypass. my whole body hurts. I was never informed before surgery. I should have done more research. A friend 5 years out does take ibuprofen now, but she didnt have reflux before or after surgery, where mine is horrid! I take protonix 2x a day and carafate at bed, and if needed.

[HopefullXOXOXO 73]

The question I wished I'd asked is: For the 4-6 weeks after surgery, what doctor can I call if I have problems?

My surgeon only takes "surgery related" questions and there's no one else to ask questions.

I'd also ask: Other than complications from the surgery (which I didn't have) what are the potential problems that could happen first 4-6 weeks and beyond that you should be aware of. And don't let them get away with "Everyone's different, it's impossible to say." because there are certain things that are more likely to happen and I wish I'd been aware so I could have prepared ahead of time. My specific problems are Constipation and GERD since the surgery. It's been difficult figuring things out on my own. Thank God for this site!

[Orchids&Dragons 9,046]

Do they have a local support group? When does it meet?

[Frustr8 7,886]

Have you had people my age(because I'm not an usual age for surgery) before and how well are they doing now? My particular bariatric center has past patients with their victory stories on their website. And a Wall of Honor on their hall to the Examination Rooms. I plan for,my pictures to be there someday!😛