I Had Bariatric Surgery A Week Ago And I’m Getting

Posted on Sun, 28 Oct 2018

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Question : I had bariatric surgery a week ago and I’m getting perodic hot flashes now. I’m 61 and have been over them for years. Is this typical?

Answered by Dr. Ramesh Kumar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Most likely related to medicines.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
After bariatric surgery patient is given antibiotics anti inflammatory and wound healers.These antibiotics or other medications may cause hot flashes.
Suggestion-
Wait for a minimum of 2 weeks post medicine therapy and most likely they would go away.
feel free to follow up.
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