Replying to @shameka614 Wondering if your surgeon “cleans out” your intestines before bariatric surgery? Here’s what really happens for VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy), Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, and Duodenal Switch/SADI-S. Most patients don’t go through a full colonoscopy-style prep instead, the pre-op liquid diet reduces stomach and intestinal contents while shrinking the liver for a safer surgery. In malabsorptive procedures like the duodenal switch, surgeons re-route part of the small intestine, which changes digestion permanently. If you’re also on GLP-1 medications like Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, remember these slow gastric emptying, which can increase the risk of ileus (temporary bowel paralysis) or obstruction after surgery. ⚠️ Red Flags to Watch For: 🚩Severe abdominal bloating or pain 🚩Nausea/vomiting 🚩No gas or bowel movement for >24–48 hours post-op 🚩Fever or rapid heart rate Always talk to your bariatric surgeon about your risks, and advocate for yourself. Your life, your health, your voice. #DuodenalSwitch #SADIS #VSG #GastricBypass #BariatricSurgery #GLP1Community #Wegovy #Ozempic #Mounjaro #Zepbound #BariatricTips #BariatricBestie #BariatricWarrior