Everyone gets heartburn now and then after wolfing down lasagna or raiding the fridge at midnight. But when “now and then” turns into “all the time,” it’s time to seek help. Here are seven signs you may be at that point.
Gastric Bypass has helped millions of morbidly obese people lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle.
However, many people question exactly how much weight they’ll lose after having surgery and what they need to do to lose as much weight as possible.
Gastric Bypass patients lose weight rapidly in the first 12-21 months after surgery. The rapid weight loss is due to a variety of factors, including:
Not being able to have food for a 24 to 48 periodHere’s a breakdown in what’s common for weight loss after surgery:
While the rapid weight loss after surgery is exciting, weight loss will slow down as your stomach expands to hold more foods.
Contact Dr. Brett Sachse for more information about bariatric surgery or to schedule an appointment by calling (571) 512-5300
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