A moderated group providing information and support for post-operative Duodenalswitch patients experiencing problems both minor and major. Our primary focus will be post-op health issues. Pre-ops and others researching WLS may join and read, but posting is restricted to post-ops only.

The following types of posts are accepted on this site:
1. Post op DS-er describing their problem, and asking for input
2. Individual responses to the original poster of the problem, and
3. Replies to responses of the original problem, but only if they are on-topic and add new information that is deemed helpful to the list membership.

No discussion is posted here, just problems and responses to the problems. There are a number of excellent discussion lists for DS patients. This list has a unique and limited function.

Pre-op Caution! This list will only focus on problems and their solutions. We will not post about the many positive aspects of post-op life. Do not be mislead into thinking that all or even most DS post-ops have problems, or that all problems are major or long-lasting. For a better overall view of the post-op experience, please go to
http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/DS_PostOpFriends.

For general discussion of the Duodenalswitch operation and pre-op issues, including insurance and surgeons, go to http://www.yahoogroups.com/group/duodenalswitch.

No post containing flames will be approved. Do not flame members off list for their on list statements.

******* Disclaimer: This list is not meant as a substitute for professional medical help that may be necessary, but sharing of information and personal experience. If you are experiencing severe symptoms, please seek medical help or call 9-1-1 right away.