Can you stop taking enzymes after the Whipple?

Hi,
I had a Whipple 2 years ago (anniversary was 10 days ago!). I was non- cancerous, and my surgeon decided not to have me go on Creon or other medication. I have never taken any enzyme medication, and while I did struggle through some phases, I am mostly doing very well now. I still do not have the full energy I used to before the surgery, but at least I am not in daily buckling over pain......

I had a Whipple in September 2023. I had been taking Creon/Zenpep prior to the procedure and continued with it for a few months afterwards before weaning myself off. No problems. I continue taking psyllium, which I took prior to the diagnosis and throughout treatment.

However, within the last six months I switched to eating smaller meals and more of them. That has had the effect of making my bowel movements more regular and decreasing occasional ill smelling flatulence and poops. Neither of those had been significant to begin with. My weight has stayed pretty constant throughout treatment and aftewards.

I am amazed and grateful, given the removal of the gall bladder, part of the pancreas and, especially, the duodenum, that my digestive system still works as well as it does. It’s perhaps a little less efficient—I think that’s helped by smaller, more frequent meals.

I’ve had some other after effects of the Whipple, but not digestive.

Thank you for the encouragement! I am going to start weaning myself off. I am eating small meals, that does help. And yes, a few ‘changes’ along the way are to be expected, overall I’m very happy with the results!