FAQ's

Hernia

The Hernia is a protrusion through a localized weakness or defect of the abdominal wall muscle ( or the diaphragm in case of Hiatal Hernia).  Body contents like fat or bowel after being pushed through this weak are form a small balloon-like sac, which can be felt as a bulge under the skin..

Hernias are commonly identified by a painful lump under the skin, where the pressure of the tissue pushing through the weakened area can cause a significant amount of pain and discomfort. The hernia is often forms when lifting heavy objects, coughing, straining during urination or bowel movements.

It cannot be treated by medication or external devices and so surgical repair is the only treatment option.

There are different types of hernias depending upon their location in the body:
– Inguinal Hernias: Hernias commonly occur in the groin area and are called inguinal hernias. They can be bilateral and are more frequent in men.
– Ventral Hernias:  They are hernias of the front side of abdominal wall. When they happen in the belly button area, they are called umbilical hernias
– Hiatal Hernias: Occurs when part of the stomach pushes up into the chest through a defect in the diaphragm which separates abdomen from chest. It is often associated with chronic heartburn due to abnormal reflux of acid from the stomach into the esophagus

1 The traditional  open repair by making an incision at the site of the hernia & then by surgical dissection hernia is reached. The hernia is then repaired by cutting its sac & then closing the defect by placing a piece of surgical mesh over the defect in order to strengthen weal muscle (to reduce chances of recurrence).

2 The laparoscopic hernia repair ( keyhole surgery) is a latest way of hernia surgery. It requires three very small incisions (1cm or smaller) through which are introduced a laparoscope (telescope) and the necessary surgical instruments. The hernia is by this way repaired and a mesh is placed over the hernia defect to strengthen weak muscle and which is fixed by absorbable surgical staples.

Gall Bladder Surgery

This operation is performed under general anesthesia. A telescope and special surgical instruments are inserted through four tiny abdominal incisions Under carbon dioxide inflation in abdomen to create space, the entire gallbladder is removed with the stones inside it because if the stones are removed and the gallbladder is left, the stones will form again.  These tiny incisions are then closed cosmetically to leave minimum scars.

Human body has a great capacity to stretch. The holes can stretch quite easily whiteout any harm to the body.

Recovery time varies depending on the procedure.
  • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy: Patients can usually go home the same day as their surgery (sometimes over-night stay in the hospital required). complete recovery is expected to take place after one week.
  • Open cholecystectomy: Patients usually spend two or three days in the hospital to recover. Full recovery is expected to take place after 2-3 weeks.
  • Difficulty digesting fat. It may take your body time to adjust to its new method of digesting fat. …
  • Diarrheaand flatulence. Indigestion can cause diarrhea or flatulence, often made worse by excess fat or too little fiber in the diet. …
  • Constipation.
Avoid high-fat foods for at least a week after surgery. Instead, choose fat-free or low-fat foods.
 

Weightloss FAQs

In such situations, unsupervised exercise may prove more dangerous than give you any benefit to you. Significant weight loss with obesity surgery may reduce your breathlessness or joint pains before you start exercise regimen to make them more enjoyable & safe.

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Yes, it is true –With age, increasing weight & reduced physical activity the energy expenditure goes down & also calories consumed from food are used only for fat storage & not for body building unlike slimmer persons. Obesity surgery helps break this cycle & one is able to lose excess weight.

Yes, it is true –almost 96-98% persons regain their lost weight & each failed attempt results in heavier but physically weaker person.

It provides significant (up to60- 90% of excess weight) & sustained weight (almost 80% patients maintain their weight even after 5 years) loss in most of the patients. Amazed!
Overweight & obesity is an end result of inherited genes, eating environment & lifestyle changes. It is true that conventional measures like controlled eating, regular exercises etc can help in weight loss.
A –Morbidly obese individuals (BMI>40 kg/sqm) are suitable candidates for surgery irrespective of associated illnesses. If you have tried various conventional measures & failed to maintain the weight loss, then bariatric surgery is the only available option for significant, sustained weight loss.
Bariatric surgery is the surgical intervention, mostly laparoscopic, to help patient lose weight. This term includes various kinds of abdominal procedures which helps person eat small quantity of food & feel satiated. Additionally, some procedures prevent absorption of calorie dense food from intestines.
Overweight & obesity is an end result of inherited genes, eating environment & lifestyle changes. It is true that conventional measures like controlled eating, regular exercises etc can help in weight loss.
Usually patients lose 50%-80% of excess weight after bariatric surgery. The excess weight is calculated by ( Actual weight –Ideal weight = Excess weight ).
So if you are 100 kgs today & your ideal weight should be 65 kgs then your excess weight is 35 Kgs. After bariatric surgery, it is possible to lose 20- 30 kgs, subject to regular follow up & compliance.
If you are obese & diabetic & hypertensive, bariatric surgery is all the more indicated as it resolves type II diabetes in 70%-80% patients. Similarly, blood pressure is also controlled or resolved in the majority of patients.
It is necessary that before surgery patient’s blood pressure & blood sugar levels are brought to an optimal level through adequate pre-operative assessment & treatment.
Overweight & obesity is an end result of inherited genes, eating environment & lifestyle changes. It is true that conventional measures like controlled eating, regular exercises e.t.c can help in weight loss.
Alcohol is liquid rich in calories. It is not held back by the new stomach & also does not help in giving feeling of satiety. It should be avoided esp. after a gastric bypass procedure, where it can give rise to abdominal cramps etc.
Usually not unless until you are super obese. Skin has enough elasticity to regain shape after weight loss. However, in some patients if the skin is unable to regain its tone, cosmetic surgery may be desirable. It is advisable to wait for 1- 2 years after bariatric surgery before making up your mind about cosmetic procedure.
Usually, possibility of becoming pregnant increases after weight loss. It is advisable to avoid pregnancy during the first 1 year after weight loss surgery, but thereafter pregnancy is safer once your weight is stabilized.
What about other medication –tablets etc?
Usually, it is possible to consume any size tablet/capsule. If you feel the tablet is extra large, then you can break them in 2-3 pieces before consumption.

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