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Will my Dr make me stop smoking.. Is an e-cig OK?? And how bad is the nausea and vomiting.. That doesn't sound fun

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    My surgeon does not operate on smokers. I had to quit at least 30 days before my surgery date. With the gastric bypass, I had to commit to never smoking another cigarette again. They stated I could ex

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I think both are discouraged but the only real answer will be the one from your surgeon.

And it's well known you heal much slower with nicotine on board, Is it really worth messing with your healthy and recovery?
That said, addictions are hard to handle and terrible to go Cold Turkey from!

Like everyone is saying, ask your surgeon. I will tell you that my surgeon would not operate on smokers or anyone who used tobacco products. It really messes with the healing process. Surgeons like successful patients, and you'll be more successful if you're not smoking. I know it's hard!!

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Yes, any doctor worth their credentials will make you stop smoking. And most of the process is not “fun”.

My surgeon does not operate on smokers. I had to quit at least 30 days before my surgery date. With the gastric bypass, I had to commit to never smoking another cigarette again. They stated I could expect a 100% complication rate if I start smoking again after RNY GB. With the sleeve, smoking is highly discouraged of course but it’s effects on the surgery are not as known. This is what I was told by my surgeon, the advice you get may vary based on your surgeon.

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