Kelsey Renae Schulze

Kelsey is a post-op bariatric patient who had sleeve surgery in 2018. She is a writer, focusing on a variety of topics given her background in legal studies and criminal justice.

Kelsey Renae Schulze
Gastric Sleeve, Ulcers

Ulcer After Gastric Sleeve

Gastric sleeve ulcers are sores that result from irritation along the newly sleeved stomach lining. This healing tissue has broken down along the stapled sleeved lining of your stomach. When there is an infection, the area ends up being raw, sensitive, or bleeding.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Gastric Sleeve, Heartburn

Heartburn After Gastric Sleeve

Even though there are risks involved with gastric sleeve surgery, it is seen as a relatively safe operation. But the operation can increase heartburn episodes and, more seriously, gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
WLS, Forum

Bariatric Support Groups Near You

For those who are constantly searching for, "baratric support groups near me", there are several options available for you.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Gastric Bypass, Plastic Surgery

Tummy Tuck After Gastric Bypass Surgery

After weight loss surgery, many bariatric patients desire plastic surgery to correct loose skin. Having heavy folds of skin is a painful reminder of your former physical self. For many, they turn to a tummy tuck after gastric bypass.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
6 min read
WLS, Safe

Is Bariatric Surgery Safe?

Bariatric surgery is not a surgery without risks. The risks increase based upon your current health state before surgery. The factors that affect your ability to have a successful bariatric surgery include your nutrition, weight history, age, medical condition, motivation, and mental health.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Lap Band, Requirements

Gastric Lap Band Requirements

Bariatric surgery is a serious surgery that has many requirements you need to be pre-approved for before your surgery can be scheduled. Many of these requirements are put in place by your insurance plan. Your insurance plan has these requirements to help determine your surgery needs.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Lap Band, Safe

Is Gastric Lap Band Safe?

Although this is safe surgery, many possible risks and complications need to be examined, and research thoroughly and critically. Bariatric surgery is a surgery that requires adequate preparation physically and mentally for long term success.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
Gastric Bypass, Expected Weight Loss

Gastric Bypass Expected Weight Loss

You will lose a significant amount of weight after your gastric bypass surgery. The average amount of excess weight lost is 70%. Most patients lost between 60% and 80%.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
WLS, Journey

The Bariatric Journey

Your bariatric story is one that is filled with many questions you must ask yourself and the decisions you must make with your entire well being in mind. These questions will involve deciding when, where, and how you will have your bariatric surgery.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
WLS, Hypnosis

Weight Loss Surgery Hypnosis

For some patients, bariatric surgery can cause an increased sense of worry and fear. To help prepare patients for the life-altering aspect of bariatric surgery, hypnosis can be used.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
WLS, Without Insurance

How to Pay for Bariatric Surgery Without Insurance

Insurance coverage for weight loss surgery can be limited, and the cost of the surgery often makes it an unaffordable procedure. If you are left wondering how to pay for bariatric surgery without insurance, there are various options for you.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
7 min read
Gastric Sleeve, Diarrhea

Gastric Sleeve Diarrhea

Some discomfort with digesting certain foods is common after surgery. Discomfort can occur between either at the beginning or end of your digestive system. Common issues occur through constipation and diarrhea.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read