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The risks of gastric bypass surgery include:
- Bleeding
- Infections
- Follow-up surgeries to correct complications, or to remove excess skin
- Gallstones due to significant weight loss in a short amount of time
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Gastritis (inflammation of the lining of the stomach)
- Vomiting from eating more than the stomach pouch can hold
- Iron or vitamin B12 deficiencies (if they occur) can lead to anemia
- Calcium deficiency (if it occurs) can contribute to the development of early osteoporosis or other bone disorders
Follow up surgeries may be less likely if gastric bypass is performed with a laparoscope.
Another common complication from gastric bypass is "dumping syndrome." The symptoms often include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Bloated feeling
- Dizziness
- Sweating
You can lessen these symptoms by following your dietitian's guidelines very carefully, especially during the first two months after surgery.
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