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Does A Bariatric Surgery Help In The Treatment Of Diarrhea And Flatulence Due To Gastroparesis?
I was diagnosed with gastropharesis about 6mos. ago . As well as 2 hiatal hernias, but I've gained 15 - 20 per in 2 mos. If I can't keep meals down, including n/v diarrhea and excessive gas. My dr. referred me for Bariatric surgery. BMI 38. Will this help my symptoms?
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Bariatric surgery is performed to help losing weight. I do not think bariatric surgery has an effect on gastroparesis, but by-passing the stomach may of course theoretically alleviate some discomfort associated with gastroparesis. However, this is extremely speculative, and it should not be considered an indication for undergoing bariatric surgery.
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Does A Bariatric Surgery Help In The Treatment Of Diarrhea And Flatulence Due To Gastroparesis?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Bariatric surgery is performed to help losing weight. I do not think bariatric surgery has an effect on gastroparesis, but by-passing the stomach may of course theoretically alleviate some discomfort associated with gastroparesis. However, this is extremely speculative, and it should not be considered an indication for undergoing bariatric surgery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.