Welcome to ObesityHelp's Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Forum (VSG). This forum is dedicated to educating patients about advancements and opportunities pertaining to the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, a surgical procedure under active development.
David Tennant wearing sleeve garters in Rivals. Folks, consider this my official plea to bring back sleeve garters. Not so much for function, but for fashion. If you’re a little bit unfamiliar with ...
Learn about the risks and considerations of using GLP-1 medications after bariatric surgery, including potential side effects and patient recommendations.
There are many bariatric surgery procedures to research. Learn about the choices of the Vertical Sleeve (VSG) or Gastric Bypass (RNY).
The Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) is rapidly emerging as one of the weight loss surgery procedures that patients choose the most. For some bariatric surgeons and patients, the VSG has replaced the Proximal Roux-en-Y (RNY) Gastric Bypass as the most popular weight loss surgery currently done. Removal of the upper outer stomach - the primary source of ghrelin (appetite stimulating hormone ...
MEDICATIONS After Bariatric Surgery Bariatric surgery changes many aspects of one’s life, and medications are no exception. Most patients will be prescribed certain medications and supplements after their surgery, but the surgery can also affect what medications are safe to take for other reasons and how you take them.
Everything you ever wanted to know about the sleeve surgery in 14 easy- -to-understand bullet points! Pre-Op: 7 Things You Should Know About VSG Surgery 1) Energy - The procedure gives those suffering from obesity the option to live a better, healthier life. Imagine being 50, 75, 100, or even 150 pounds lighter. Would that make you feel better?