Ask an Expert: Bariatric Surgery – What to expect on the day
Undergoing surgery can be a nerve-wracking experience, filled with anxiety and numerous questions about what to expect. Understanding the process can help alleviate some of these concerns. In this blog, Clinical Director of Streamline and Bariatric Surgeon, Guy Slater, provides an overview of what typically happens on the day of bariatric surgery in the uk, from the moment you wake up to when you find yourself back in the ward post-operation.
What is head hunger after bariatric surgery?
Bariatric surgery is a transformative journey that brings about significant physical and psychological changes. While it offers a fresh start for individuals seeking long-term weight loss, it also presents a unique set of challenges. One challenge is dealing with head hunger after bariatric surgery. In this blog, we’ll delve into what head hunger is, why […]
How much time will I need off work after weight loss surgery?
This kind of weight loss procedure does involve major surgery, which is why it is important to ensure that you allow the correct amount of time to heal properly. Not only do you need the time to heal, but you’ll need to know how much time to take off from work and, in some instances, […]
What you can and can’t eat after Gastric Bypass surgery
When looking into having the Gastric Bypass procedure, individuals need to consider what changes they will need to make to their day to day lives after their weight loss surgery. This leads many people to worry about what they can and can’t eat. Post-surgery, patients are placed in contact with a specialist dietician that will […]
How will my life change after weight loss surgery?
People often worry about whether weight loss surgery will be worth it and what their life will be like afterwards. Each type of weight loss surgery will have variations within the recovery process and different short and long-term effects. However, the end goal remains the same for all, to help you lose weight. Short-term […]
Pregnancy before and after weight loss surgery
The idea of weight loss surgery can be a scary one. Coupling this with concern about the effects of the surgery and worries about subsequently being able to carry a child, can make it worse. On the other hand, if you already have a child and are thinking about bariatric surgery, you probably have a […]
Ditch those scales
We have said it before and we will say it again weight loss surgery is not an easy option. Your surgery is a tool to help you achieve a healthier lifestyle, which requires hard work and commitment. Understandably, there is a huge amount of temptation to step on the scales to see if your hard […]
