Acid reflux occurrence after gastric sleeve

Posted by gmberg @gmberg, Dec 7, 2023

I am considering bariatric surgery. I've been told that acid reflux can be a real issue post op. Would appreciate any information or experience regarding this topic. Thanks

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turberg | @turberg | Dec 8, 2023

The Gastric Bypass would most likely cure your acid reflux. I had the gastric sleeve 11 years ago, and had terrible acid reflux. Hope this helps!

ecmoandrrt | @ecmoandrrt | Dec 30, 2023

10 years out. I had the Gastric sleeve. Yes you might have reflux and it's normal. I still get reflux if I eat to much or spicy foods. Gaviscon is my friend. No biggie.

Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Sep 9 7:32am

@gmberg

I realize you asked this questions in Dec 2023, but reflux is often mentioned in this group so thought I would comment. Members talk about certain foods cause problems after bariatric surgery. Sometimes during first year and sometimes it is a lifetime change. It is definitely a trial and error process.

This BLOG article about GERD (reflux) has some helpful tips:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/weight-management-1/newsfeed-post/implications-and-management-of-gerd/
Are you still considering bariatric surgery?

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