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Q: Can a Tummy Tuck (plastic surgery) cause Gastric Problems?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on October 19th, 2006

I had a tummy tuck in 2001 and have had serious gastric problems since. Over the past year I have put on an extreme amount of weight and have had several tests run to find no obstructions. My food does not digest properly and I vomit frequently. I have also been on several diets with NO success. It seems impossible for me to even lose a pound. Could the tummy tuck have caused this issue or is it something else?

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on October 25th, 2006

Digestive & Bowel Disorders Answer A1692

It doesn’t seem likely that plastic surgery can cause obesity and digestive problems. Further, you can’t become overweight if you are experiencing digestive problems (frequent vomiting and “improper digestion”). You'll need a few medical examinations (a physical examination, blood examinations, gastroscopy, and abdominal ultrasound) to identify the problem.

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