Bariatric Surgery/gastric sleeve

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Expert: - 10/7/2008


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I'm having pain near my incision,and a lump. It's been 4weeks since my surgery.
Thank you Todd

Answer
Hi Jeff:

You need to see either your surgeon or your primary care physician to accurately diagnose this.  It could be a hernia.. a stitch abscess... etc.  Just see if you can stop by and see either your surgeon, his/her PA, or your PCP to have it checked out.  It's one of those things that could resolve on its own...or may need intervention.

Sorry I can't be more helpful.

Karla

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Karla K.

Expertise

I'm very familiar with the four main types of bariatric surgery: Lap-Band/Adjustable Gastric Band, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y, and Duodenal Switch. I'm familiar with the Mini-Gastric Bypass and Revisions as well. I'm also beginning my seventh year post-op as a successful bariatric patient--so I can answer questions regarding pre-op, post-op honeymoon, and maintenance phases. I'm less familiar with the nuances of plastic surgery following bariatric surgery--but I do know a bit.

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Have been an avid researcher of the science of obesity and bariatric surgery for over ten years now. My professional career used to involve medical device research.

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Master's in Business Administration.

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