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Nomsa Buthelezi updates fans after gastric bypass: ‘I’m healing well’

South African media personality Nomsa Buthelezi has reassured fans that she is recovering well following her gastric bypass surgery, sharing a positive update on her health and return to work.

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Nomsa Buthelezi speaks on her recovery

Taking to social media, Nomsa thanked those who have been checking up on her as she continues her recovery journey. She also revealed that she is still in the early stages of healing and has started the soft-food phase of her post-surgery diet.

“Hello everyone, I’m healing well. It’s still early stages. This week I’m on soft food,” she shared.

The update comes as fans continue to show their support for the media personality following her decision to undergo the procedure.

Nomsa also expressed excitement about sharing more details of her experience, including discussing the surgeon who performed her operation, Dr Winnie Mathe.

“I can’t wait to share my journey and talk about my surgeon, Dr Winnie Mathe, with you,” she added.

The media personality thanked everyone who has reached out to ask about her well-being, expressing gratitude for the concern and encouragement she has received during this period.

“Thank you for those checking up on me. I’m grateful,” she wrote.

 

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Nomsa Buthelezi returns to work

Despite being in the early stages of recovery, Nomsa has also announced that she is back at work, signalling a positive step as she adjusts to life after the procedure.

“I’m back to work. Let’s go,” she declared.

Her announcement has offered fans a glimpse into her recovery, with the star appearing eager to share more about her experience in the coming days.

Gastric bypass surgery is a weight-loss procedure that changes how the stomach and digestive system process food. Recovery involves following medical guidance, including a carefully managed diet that progresses through different stages as the body heals.

The soft-food stage is part of the dietary progression commonly recommended after bariatric surgery, although the timing and specific foods allowed vary according to the patient’s surgical team and recovery.

Nomsa has not yet shared all the details of her journey but has indicated she intends to open up about the experience and her surgeon.

For now, her latest update focuses on healing, gratitude and getting back into her work routine as she continues her recovery.

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