A lot of people struggle when it comes to losing weight. People therefore tend to look for quick solutions to help them succeed. In general the best way to lose weight is with proper diet and exercise. However in extreme cases weight loss surgery may be an option to consider. This should only be a consideration for people who are extremely overweight as there can be serious risks to any surgery.
It is important to keep in mind that weight loss surgery is major surgery and should not entered into lightly. This is not a procedure for people who are only somewhat overweight or who want to improve their physical appearance. Weight loss surgery is for people who are seriously overweight and are at risk for the health problems that normally accompany obesity.
There are a wide variety of health risks to being obese. These risks can range from heart disease to diabetes to even cancer. Weight loss can dramatically reduce the risks that these diseases present. For some people the only way to lose enough weight is through surgery.
If you believe surgery is necessary for you you will need to consult a surgeon. Most surgeons who perform weight loss surgery are specialists who only perform this type of surgery. Generally speaking you will need to get a referral from your family doctor. If your family doctor believes that you are a candidate for weight loss surgery he will refer you to a surgeon.
The surgery basically consists of having a band place around your stomach. This will make your stomach smaller and reduce your appetite. This should obviously help you to reduce your appetite.
So how much weight can you expect to lose? Doctors generally believe that the the surgery is successful if you are able to lose 50% of the excess weight you are carrying and you can keep it off for five years. There are of course a number of factors that affect the amount of weight that you will lose. These factors include your dietary habits, the amount of exercise that you get, as well as your age at the time of the surgery. Generally younger patients will lose more weight than older patients.
Weight loss surgery can be useful for some people who are seriously overweight. There are however a number of factors that must be consider before undergoing such a surgery. This is not a quick fix for people who are unhappy with their appearance. Surgery is for people who are seriously overweight and at risk for the serious health consequences of being obese.
