Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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Surgery Date and Airline Tickets!!!!

hurleymn
hurleymn
Yah! VSG surgery is scheduled for May 22nd in TX with Dr. Nick Nicholson, and airline tickets are purchased for me and my hubby!

Can't wait!

Jane
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deleted_user
Thats awesome news congratulations!!!!
imjj4short
imjj4short
Whoo Hoo!! Not long now!

JJ
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deleted_user
Good luck! We are all pulling for you.
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deleted_user
Yay! Congratulations!
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deleted_user
Congrats. Please make sure your doctor knows you are flying.

As you see after surgery, you will have to give yourself a shot every day to keep your blood from coagulating. Being at high altitudes can also cause blood to clot more quickly. So make sure your doctor knows you are flying home after surgery to make sure you are medically safe and don't have to worry about your blood clotting while in the air. Not meaning to scare you, just be careful.