I used to be on here back in 2012, I had the Lap Band done, but last year had to have it removed. Not sure if it was Covid or all the issues I had before and after surgery this past year but I have now ended with Gastroparesis. Or slow/ delayed emptying. My Gastro is sending me to weight loss surgery as I think he said the Bypass seems to help the problem. I fit the bill for weight loss surgery with out this issue, BMI, diabetes etc. . My question involves digestion. Does anyone know how it affects the bowels ? I don’t want to live in the bathroom . Did that almost a year Now try to eat soft foods that will digest quickly and hopefully not cause staying in the John. It seems if you only eat a cupful - it would move in a few minutes if you are missing part of your intestines. I’m not sure, I would appreciate any information on this. Thanks

I just had a bypass done 3 weeks ago. So, I'm new, but I am not in the bathroom a lot. I have 2 bm's a day. I had problems with constipation right after surgery, but since then no issues. I haven't had to run to make it either. So, pretty normal.

Thanks. I’m pretty normal finally, but not sure how surgery would affect me.

Everyone is different. Don't worry yourself over it. It's good to be informed to make a decision. Just don't stress.

From the posts that I've read, most people stick to their plans and everything is relatively normal.

constipation is MUCH more common than diarrhea - for both bypass and sleeve patients.

diarrhea is more an issue for people who have the duodenal switch surgery.

Thanks. It’s been a roller coaster with my digestive system for 2 1/2 years. Covid delayed care. I wonder f will still have to wait 6 mo before surgery too.

Good to know. I am waiting on the Dr appt. My GI needs to send him his notes etc. But I read a lot about dumping syndrome and not able to eat carbs or get Sick. I want to make sure I’m going to improve n not keep suffering with digestive issues.

Edited March 17, 20224 yr by Grider

I had my Lap Band removed last April and awaiting revision to RNY also. And yeah I'm having to do the regular pre op program with my surgeon...

Well the removal was not rushed either. I was sick, but not dying. So I guess the gastroparisis is not a life or death situation either. Unless I get a fur ball. But I’m watching it. April be a year! Sigh. Thanks.

Unless they have to do something different because of your Existing GI issues I don’t see you having more. I haven’t had any and I am a year post op.

Great news. I hope I can get my life back. Well now to wait for my first appointment with the surgeon.

Grider it sounds like you have had it rough. i too hope you get your life back it stinks to go through pain , i wish you well mam.☺️