Weight Loss Surgery
An unfortunate ripple effect of the rise in obesity is the need for weight loss surgery. Weight loss surgery or Bariatric surgery is not something to be entered into lightly and is not tailored for everyone. In order to qualify for weight loss surgery you must be near 100 pounds overweight for your body type (BMI) or have a serious, obesity-related health affliction such as heart disease, sleep apnea, or type 2 diabetes.
Weight loss surgery is such a violent and sudden shift with such enormous potential complications, it is not to be taken lightly. (Besides, rich Southern Californians have invented the much less intrusive ‘tummy-tuck’ for that extra 15lbs) Weight loss surgery is shown to have, generally good effects in long term studies as people for the most part get their acts together. Stomach stapling is often another result of this surgery which leaves the patient with a smaller stomach; hence, they get fuller quicker.
One thing to bear in mind when considering weight loss surgery is the potential complications involved. These include GI symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, reflux), leaking in the stomach, hernia, and other infections.
You should consult with your doctor to discuss your diet before and after Bariatric surgery. The human body is a machine; all its parts are interconnected. So weight loss surgeries also have adverse effects on other parts of your body. These are all potential complications you should fully discuss with your doctor prior to the surgery.
If you’re concerned about entering into this with just anyone you should check out about the providers before you go in. The Duke Weight loss surgery center is one of the best in the nation; they even have an online resource center for you to consult before you make any decisions.
What you do after your weight loss surgery is the true barometer of success or failure. Eating well and keeping a healthy weight are obviously quite important. Also important; keeping up with your doctor and making sure you listen to the advice they give.
Most people who actually go through with the actual Bariatric surgery are ones who really need it; their lives may even depend on it.