The Most Frequently Asked Questions about Bariatric Surgery
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GTS... the solution to every question. Today we are back with Dr. Andrew and answer some of your most frequently asked questions. No need to guess, we have the doctor right here!
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1. The Most Frequently Asked Questions about Bariatric Surgery (00:00:00)
2. How much of the stomach is removed with the Safe Sleeve? Do the sizes differ from person to person? (00:02:08)
3. What is a Bougie? (00:05:03)
4. Can I request my stomach Size? (00:05:45)
5. Why do people feel different levels of restriction? (00:07:17)
6. Understanding Ghrelin the Hunger Hormone. (00:09:54)
7. Lets talk about the staples in my stomach. What are they made of? Are they detectable on a metal detector when I travel? Are they in there forever? Are there long term effects? (00:15:27)
8. Can you break through the staple line by eating too much? (00:19:50)
9. Why do I need to have a primary care doctor locally going through this procedure? (00:22:20)
10. Pregnancy after the sleeve. How long should I wait to get pregnant? Is it easier to procreate? Is birth control important? (00:27:40)
11. How are men effected hormonally in regard to testosterone and pregnancy? (00:32:30)
12. Is there a scientific explanation for weight stalls? (00:33:56)
13. Why do I experience hair loss after surgery? Is this inevitable? (00:39:33)
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