Question:
if you have or had H. pylori could that stop u from getting the gastric bypass???

i have had h pylori twice and i have some other stomach problems really have no idea what there called... but can any kind of stomach problems keep u from getting the surgery?    — Angelpooh (posted on June 7, 2006)

June 7, 2006
The nurses told the pre-op group I was in that if H-pylori showed up that you would have to do antibiotics and that you could not have the surgery until it was gone. It would just postpone your surgery, not keep you from having it. I'm sure you can ask anyone from the bariatric center you are dealing with and they would be able to tell you more.
   — Leisa

June 7, 2006
I had H pylori 3 times and even with the meds, it didn't go away. And still had the surgery May 2005. It depends on the doctor. Each has their own way of doin things.My Dr. consulted with my gastro Dr. and they agreed it was ok to go ahead. I've had no problems. Even if they postpone it, no harm, it will happen. Good luck and God Bless. You are in for the ride of your life. Feel free to e-mail me if you need to. [email protected] Carol 303/241/153
   — Carol S.

June 8, 2006
I had h. pylori, took the drugs, and it went away. Then I had the surgery.
   — Novashannon

June 8, 2006
I have had h pylori twice....including currently (8 weeks post op). My surgeon preferred treatment before surgery but that did not work out and I am currently under treatment. I agree...it just depends on the surgeon but IMHO I don't think it should prevent you from having the surgery.
   — Mommy2-5