The Weight Loss Surgery

WEIGHT LOSS

An increasing number of people are having weight problems
and many are trying different methods in order to shed off
the excess weight.

Weight loss surgery is gaining popularity as a cure for
severe obesity

In some cases, weight loss surgery can be a matter of life
and death. For instance the NHS estimated obesity-related
deaths in 2004 to be over 34,000

However, not everyone is a suitable candidate for weight
loss surgery.

It is debatable whether or not weight loss surgery is effective
with respect to a long-term weight management.

However, depending on how it is utilized, just like a knife, it
can be useful or harmful to the user.

Weight loss surgery doesn’t have to do with a better figure,
even though with it a person will be able to fit in smaller size
and stylish clothes.

There is need for caution because it is possible for someone
who has opted for this surgery to end up paying more visits
to the operating room which were never
anticipated in the first place.

For instance, there could be some results from the first
weight loss surgery which will require further surgery owing
to excessive skin due to rapid weight loss.

There are a number of cases whereby people have lost
considerable weight after undergoing Bariatric surgery but
have regained some of it.

Before opting for this surgery, one needs to make a total
commitment to lifelong changes for permanent results.

It should be remembered that this is a major and potentially
risky surgery and complications are likely to occur.

One should prudently consider it before settling for it.
This option, therefore, should come as a last resort
after all the others have been exhausted.

Generally, bariatric weight loss surgery, also referred to as
weight loss surgery is safe although it has some risks
attached to it.

Bariatric surgery does not mean an automatic loss of weight
afterwards. There is need for commitment to lifetime
changes in diet and lifestyle.

Weight loss surgery might be the better option for you in
case you meet these conditions:

• Your BMI (body mass index) exceeds 40.
You can compute it with the help of a BMI calculator.

• Your BMI is above 35 and you have health issues
related to obesity which may be improved by means of
weight loss.

These include diabetes, obstructive sleep apnoea, arthritis
and numerous conditions which can benefit
from even a little weight loss.

Such health complications can be reversed by weight loss
surgery if they were caused by obesity.

• You can certify that you have tried weight loss
programmes such as exercise and diet for not less
than six months and they have proved ineffective.

It is much better to lose weight without involving surgery
with its risks. There are some centres where you may be
required to prove that you have really strived to
cut on your weight.

You are prepared to make a commitment yourself to
permanent changes to your lifestyle and after surgery, a
follow up at an expert obesity service centre.

This is because surgery is merely the commencement of a
new and healthy way of life.

You comprehend both the benefits and hazards of this
surgery and your health is sound enough, able to bear
the possible risks.

Just as it is with other surgical procedures, it is important
to have adequate information before you can consider
weight loss surgery to allow you to know and
accept the benefits and risks.

BENEFITS
derived from weight
loss surgery

The Bariatric surgery’s most significant benefit is that it
causes a quick weight loss which greatly improves one’s
health and any complications that are associated
with obesity

In addition, it can increase one’s self-esteem especially
for those who are uncomfortable with their size, as they
can be able to put on clothes which they could
not wear again or before.

The life quality of nearly 95% of people in the US
reportedly improved following weight loss surgery.

There are some studies which have suggested that
people tend to live longer after undergoing weight loss
surgery as compared to those who are obese and
fail to opt for it.

HAZARDS
of weight loss
surgery

A small number of people experience complications later.
However, the problems are merely inconvenient or
unpleasant and might result in some discomfort and pain
or call for further operations.

They may include revulsion, diarrhea, and vomiting,
abdominal hernia and wound infections.

Although severe complications occur following weight
loss surgery, they are rare but at times they can be
deadly.

The following are other common problems which
occur after a successful weight loss surgery:

• Too much skin that requires removal through surgery
(also known as body contouring)

• Gallstones, which often require the removal of the
gall bladder

• Malnutrition or vitamin deficiency due to poor
absorption

After weight loss surgery, one should eat in a healthy
manner and take vitamin supplements or else risk
malnutrition which can result into loss of muscle tone,
bone condition and anaemia.

Also, exercise is vital in the maintenance of
proper weight.