Cancer prevention strategies often highlight regular exercise, a balanced diet, avoiding tobacco, and regular medical screenings. Yet, there’s another treatment for cancer that might come as a surprise to many—weight loss surgery. Weight loss surgery procedures, also known as bariatric surgery, are powerful health interventions that may significantly reduce the risk of developing certain types […]
Ozempic and Wegovy are two brand names that have been making waves in the world of diabetes management and weight loss. Although they stem from the same active ingredient, semaglutide, their FDA-approved uses cater to different, yet sometimes overlapping, medical needs. For bariatric patients, these medications could play a role in managing weight and related […]
In the landscape of health concerns, obesity is not merely a challenge of weight management; it is a critical risk factor deeply intertwined with various chronic conditions, diabetes being one of the most complex among them. Understanding how obesity can lead to diabetes is crucial, as patients with obesity are ten times more likely to […]
Weight loss surgery is a life-changing procedure that helps individuals with severe obesity shed excess weight and improve their overall health. While weight loss surgery has numerous health benefits, hypoglycemia after bariatric surgery is a concern that patients should be aware of. In this blog post, we will explore the link between hypoglycemia and post-bariatric […]
Embarking on a journey towards better health and a transformed lifestyle through bariatric surgery is an important decision. Before undergoing this life-changing procedure, it is essential to be well-prepared for what to expect before bariatric surgery. Preoperative preparation plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of bariatric surgery and optimizing the overall outcome. What […]
With any surgical operation comes risks, such as a leak, bleeding, blood clots, and, in the case of post-bariatric patients, anastomotic strictures after weight loss surgery. An anastomotic stricture occurs in post-op bariatric patients when the connection between the stomach and esophagus narrows. Symptoms of strictures after weight loss surgery include nausea, vomiting, trouble swallowing, […]
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