Because of the changes in how food is digested after gastric bypass surgery there is almost always a malabsorption of vitamins and minerals. Post-op gastric bypass patients must take vitamin and mineral supplements forever. It is essential to protect yourself from these problems. Blood tests to measure the blood levels of these vitamins and minerals is also essential to your health. Check with your doctor on how often you should be having these tests. The mos common deficiencies that occur after gastric bypass surgery include iron, calcium, B12, and Folate deficiencies.
It is absolutely indicated that post-op Gastric Bypass Patients must take vitamin and mineral supplements for the rest of their lives .
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