Health & Wellness Articles
Insights on bariatric surgery, recovery, and long-term health from Dr. Sami Salem.
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Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Band: How Do They Compare and Which Lasts Longer?
How gastric sleeve and gastric band compare on durability, weight loss results, recovery, and long-term outcomes, and how to know which one fits you.
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Gastric Band Adjustment: How It Works and How Often You Need It
How gastric band adjustments actually work, what happens during the procedure, how often you’ll need one, and the signs your band is too tight or too loose.
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Gastric Band Removal: Why People Have It Removed and What Happens After
Why patients choose to have their gastric band removed, what the procedure and recovery involve, and what happens to your weight afterward, including conversion options.
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Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Timeline: How Fast Do You Lose and When Does It Slow?
Most patients lose 65-80% of their excess weight within 12-18 months of gastric bypass. See the realistic month-by-month timeline and what affects your results.
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Dumping Syndrome After Gastric Bypass: Why It Happens and How to Avoid It
Why dumping syndrome happens after gastric bypass, the difference between early and late dumping, common triggers, and practical ways to avoid it day to day.
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Gastric Bypass Recovery: What the First Six Weeks Actually Look Like
A week-by-week look at gastric bypass recovery, from the first 48 hours in hospital to feeling settled and back to normal routines by week six.
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Gastric Bypass Diet: What You Eat in the Weeks and Months After Surgery
A stage-by-stage breakdown of the gastric bypass diet, from liquids to regular textures, including what to eat, what to avoid long-term, and why.
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Gastric Bypass Side Effects: What to Expect in the Short and Long Term
What are the real short-term and long-term side effects of gastric bypass? A clear look at dumping syndrome, nutrient deficiencies, and what’s normal versus what needs medical attention.
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Gastric Sleeve Risks: What Can Go Wrong and How Common Are Complications?
An honest breakdown of gastric sleeve risks and complication rates, from common minor issues to rare serious ones, and the warning signs that need immediate attention.