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Roux-en-Y surgery complications

Posted by bborth @bborth, Aug 5, 2019

Well, after dealing with bile reflux on and off for 5 years my GI has recommended this surgery for me. I will be having this done at the U of M after have been treated by Dr. Martin Freeman there for the past few years, and many ERCP procedures. The surgeon claims I am a good candidate for this being in good health otherwise and relatively young (56). A bit scared of course given the nature of this type of surgery, but staying as-is can't be a long term plan for me. The surgeon agreed, and was concerned that the bile is now getting up in the esophagus/throat which can pose more serious issues down the road if not abated. I guess if anyone has advice on recovery, or hints on moving forward in life post roux en y surgery I would appreciate it.

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Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Jul 5 9:37am
In reply to @kimmy1970 "May I ask how were you diagnosed with bile acid? I have been treated for GERD..." + (show)
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May I ask how were you diagnosed with bile acid? I have been treated for GERD and reflux. I had 2 bleeding ulcers that have been repaired. However, I still deal with the burning most days which is an all day thing. I have been referred to another specialist who prescribed meds, but they didn't work. I have a follow up next week. He thinks it is bile acid despite a gallbladder removal last year.

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It must be very annoying to have burning every day. I had ulcer that were treated with meds and did not return. I have also had SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) multiple times and it was treated with antibiotics. Both were diagnosed by doing an endoscopy, for SIBO they took a sample of fluid from the small intestine via endoscopy and culturing it to identify bacterial overgrowth. There is also a breath test for SIBO.

Did you have a endoscopy? Hope you get answers in your follow up meeting.

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kimmy1970 | @kimmy1970 | Jul 6 10:57am
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@kimmy1970
It must be very annoying to have burning every day. I had ulcer that were treated with meds and did not return. I have also had SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) multiple times and it was treated with antibiotics. Both were diagnosed by doing an endoscopy, for SIBO they took a sample of fluid from the small intestine via endoscopy and culturing it to identify bacterial overgrowth. There is also a breath test for SIBO.

Did you have a endoscopy? Hope you get answers in your follow up meeting.

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I have had numerous endoscopies and other tests. My gastro referred me to an esophagus specialist who I have seen once. I have a call with him on Wednesday. Hoping he can recommend some type of treatment that will work. I also read on a report I had SIBO, but it was not addressed. Would that cause burning?

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Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Jul 7 8:40am
In reply to @kimmy1970 "I have had numerous endoscopies and other tests. My gastro referred me to an esophagus specialist..." + (show)
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I have had numerous endoscopies and other tests. My gastro referred me to an esophagus specialist who I have seen once. I have a call with him on Wednesday. Hoping he can recommend some type of treatment that will work. I also read on a report I had SIBO, but it was not addressed. Would that cause burning?

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Not sure if SIBO would cause burning, but I suggest asking specialist about the SIBO mentioned in report and if that could cause your symptoms.

Hope the specialist can provide a solution.

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