Weight gain

Question
Hello, I am 3 1/2 years after surgery, I have had problems, blocked bile ducts by stones left behind back in May 2010 than in less than a year later July 2011 my bowels were block (size of Football) My bowels were backing up into old stomach.  I worried that my pouch was stretched out. However, I was so skinny (size 4) but I felt and looked so unhealthy that I wanted to gain some weight but in a healthy way. Now I am at a size 10, but worried that I am not going to stop gaining. I was wondering if once your pouch is stretched is it too late or can you get back on track and get it to shrink a little.  Thank you listening and for being there for all of us.

Answer
As your bariatric physician likely told you, the surgery only serves as a tool to help remind you that you should eat less. I'm assuming that if you were too "skinny" you consulted your doctor before taking steps to gain weight. If not, why not? Nothing can be done to "shrink" your stomach if it in fact has been stretched. Revision surgery may be an option; consult your physician. And before you take actions to adjust your weight in the future, consult your doctor FIRST!!!   GOOD LUCK. And please let me know what your Doctor suggests.

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