But surgery wont happen immediately.
Location
Gastric bypass surgery is performed by abariatric surgeonunder generalanesthesiain a hospital.
You will not feel any pain or remember anything from the surgery.
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Inflatable compression devices will also be placed on your legs to preventblood clots.
You may be asked to focus on washing your abdominal area (where the surgery will take place).
It’s important to leave jewelry, credit cards, and other valuables at home.
This will help your surgeon avoid injury to your abdominal organs during the actual surgery.
One or two days before surgery, you will probably be asked to only consume clear liquids.
Medications
Your surgeon and anesthesiologist will instruct you to stop various medications prior to undergoing surgery.
Starting the day or night before your operation, you may be asked to begin a bowel cleansing preparation.
Instructions may vary, so be sure to follow your surgeon’s directions.
Reach out to them if you have any questions.
During this potentially challenging time, lean on loved ones for support and/or consider joining abariatric support group.
Take your weight loss journey one day at a time.
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