Gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy) and gastric bypass are the two most common bariatric surgeries performed today. Both are permanent surgeries that help obese persons lose weight if they have been unsuccessful with previous weight loss efforts.
Living with chronic acid reflux—also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)— can be miserable. If medication and diet changes have not worked, it may be time to consider a surgical treatment. Often, surgery can provide permanent relief from acid reflux.
Gallstones are surprisingly common, and in some cases, they can be a cause of extreme abdominal pain and discomfort coupled with the possibility for infection and other complications. While gallstones can be broken up with non-surgical methods, they will usually recur. If you are suffering pain from gallstones, your doctor will likely recommend that the…
The dangers of obesity are well known: higher risk for type 2 diabetes, stroke, cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, gout, sleep apnea, and many other health problems. Obesity can also have negative consequences for those wanting to have children.
We all know that healthy sleep is an important ingredient in the recipe for good health. But did you know there is scientific evidence that links sleep deprivation and the tendency to overeat? A number of recent studies confirm that those chronically short on sleep also have a higher propensity for obesity. More Appetite-Stimulating…
Despite the wealth of information available about weight-loss surgery on the Internet and from physicians, bariatric surgery misconceptions are still prevalent. Patients who are considering weight-loss surgery should be sure they have the facts before making a decision. Here are some common misconceptions about bariatric surgery, and the facts you should know. Misconception 1. Bariatric surgery has…
Through comprehensive medical care, Dr. Preeti Malladi at Malladi Bariatrics and Advanced Surgery can help you start your path losing weight, but managing your weight is an endeavor that requires constant diligence.
A hiatal hernia is when your stomach pokes up through your diaphragm and into your chest. Normally, your stomach rests below the diaphragm, but some conditions can cause it to slide up through the hiatus, or the hole that allows the esophagus through to the stomach. Hiatal Hernia vs. Abdominal Wall Hernia A hiatal hernia…
Do you suffer from these annoying symptoms of gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), even though you take medication for this condition? Heartburn, Hoarseness or sore throat, Difficulty swallowing, Acid backflow, or Sensation of congestion or a lump in the throat? Did you know that over time, these symptoms could cause more serious health complications? Are…
Are you considering weight-loss surgery, or have a loved one who is? If so, you may be familiar with the requirements for bariatric surgery: A body mass index (BMI) of over 40, or BMI of over 35, plus a serious health condition caused by excess weight such as diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, etc., More than…
The LINX system uses a ring of titanium beads containing magnets that is placed around the lower esophagus to help prevent acid reflux. When considering a LINX implant, many patients wonder about the long term effects it could have, including whether it will interfere with MRI scans.
Recent statistics state that 69% of American adults are overweight and more than half of these people are obese. Obesity is considered to be one of the most serious health concerns facing Americans today, because those who are obese are at greatly increased risk for a host of other life threatening health conditions.
If you have difficulty swallowing, regularly regurgitate food after swallowing, experience chest pain, heartburn, or coughing, or have noticed dramatic, unexplained weight loss, then you may be suffering from a condition called esophageal achalasia.
If you have been experiencing upper gastrointestinal bleeding, pain, problems swallowing, nausea, persistent heartburn, unexplained weight loss, anemia, or nutritional deficiencies, your doctor may perform an upper GI endoscopy.
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped pouch in the abdomen. Its job is to store bile (a digestive liquid composed of water, lecithin, cholesterol, bile salts, and bilirubin) produced by the liver. The gallbladder aids in the digestion of fats by releasing bile into the common hepatic duct. The gallbladder is also connected to the…
