i weigh 92kg and i'm 5ft 2inches tall, do you think i am a good candidate for wieght loss surgery and if yes which? (gastric bypass or lap band) i wear a uk size 18. pls no jokes, my weight really depresses me, i have tried all diets to loss weight, but to no avail. i have three children and put on most of the weight with each pregnancy, but it is really difficult to shift once i have had the baby. i do not plan any further pregnancies in future. pls advice me.
2007-08-08 13:16:34 · 10 answers · asked by gal-next-dr 4 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
"You can get a gastric bypass in a lot places
But,
You need a BMI of > 40 or >35 with at least 2 co-morbidities (obesity related diseases)
You must be between 18 and 65 years old
You must have tried other diets before
and you need a docters and psychologist approval
The gastric bypass is a very effective bariatric surgery (you can lose approximatly 80% of your overweight), but it does have risks as well, don't forget that
Also from searching found this lady who has had gastric bypass surgery and has given alot of useful help
"I had gastric bypass surgery in April 2005. I started out at 268, now I’m 180 and holding. These links will help you in many ways to make a decision if this is for you or not. I vote yes, because it made such a difference in my life. I was taking 8 pills a day, and after my surgery, I lost my diabetes. The way they do the surgery, takes your diabetes away. I no longer have to take glucophage, and I no longer have high Cholesterol or high blood pressure. I’m down to 2 pills a day. I went from a size 26-28 to a 16-18.
http://obesityhelp.com/member/rjpoole/...
Most people struggle with paying for the surgery. Go to this site, it is a great support system for you, because it’s only people who have had gastric bypass or lap band. Every insurance program has been rated, and you’ll get tips on how to deal with your insurance company, as well as, surgery tips, food tips, and just support. This site is free! I’d have to rate it a #1 site if you want to learn about the surgery and how to deal with the insurance companies and get support from other people in the same boat as you.
This is the #1 site for gastric bypass and it’s free! Extremely helpful! http://www.obesityhelp.com/
http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=obes...
This explains about the surgery:
http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/ga...
I really researched my surgeon, and I made a wise choice. Always get a surgeon that has done at least 200 of these surgeries. Get someone with a lot of experience, and you will do well.
Here’s all about my surgeon…
http://obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/bar...
http://www.cmch.org/profile-pilkington.h...
You just can’t find a better surgeon than him! He’s probably done at least 500 of the surgeries, so far. I did so well after my surgery, I thank him every time I see him.
I made it to 175! It's been almost 2 years since my surgery. I haven't had any complications at all with my surgery! My health has been very good, and I've lost the weight nice and slow, so my body doesn't look that much out of shape. I've been faithfully taking my vitamins, and my blood work came back excellent! I still think very highly of Dr. Pilkington, and would recommend to anyone thinking of this surgery, to have Dr. Pilkington as his or her surgeon. I'm walking proof, that he is an excellent doctor. I just spoke to another patient of his who told me she had a very good experience with him, and she is in excellent health, as well. He is a very caring doctor. I live in Florida in the winter. I see alot of folks down there because of my job, and I see people from all over the USA and overseas. Since my surgery, I've talked to lots of others that have had the surgery in Florida, and some of them didn't do as well, and I tend to think it's because their doctors weren’t as competent as mine. I feel that part of how you do, is because of your general health and attitude. The other major part is how good your doctor is.
Here’s a website that tells what to look for in a surgeon;
http://www.texasbariatricspecialists.com...
http://www.docshop.com/education/bariatr...
Gastric Bypass diet: (after surgery)
http://www.gicare.com/pated/edtgs22.htm...
There is a very good web site by a guy named Basil White. He’s a govt. worker and a comedian. He walks you through everything. Very interesting. He had the surgery and did well. If you want an idea how people handle the surgery, read here!
http://www.basilwhite.com/gastric/...
Here’s Basil!
http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=ba...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric...
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric...
http://www.webmd.com/content/article/46/...
http://www.lapband.com/lapband/aboutlapb...
A must read if you have questions:
http://www.liteandhope.com/livechat_arch...
http://www.bariatricedge.com/dtcf/pages/...
Check out this link, this lady put her heart and soul into it, with lots of great info:
http://www.gastricbypassfamily.com/index...
Vitamins I take… you have to be very faithful about taking them after surgery, because you can become very sick if you don’t. There were recommended by my surgeon and nutritionist.
http://www.walgreens.com/store/product.j...
http://www.webmd.com/hw/weight_control/h...
Some other helpful links…
http://dir.yahoo.com/health/diseases_and...
http://www.stapleclub.com/general_info.h...
http://www.locateadoc.com/articles.cfm/1...
http://www.dhmc.org/webpage.cfm?site_id=...
http://www.connectionwls.com/
http://www.mygastricbypass.com/...
http://www.gwdocs.com/health/eha-eha_con...
Risks of Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric bypass surgery is considered the safest and most effective type of bariatric surgery. But as with any major surgery, the procedure does carry some risks.
http://www.dhmc.org/webpage.cfm?site_id=...
http://www.dhmc.org/webpage.cfm?site_id=...
Good luck with your surgery and new life!
2007-08-08 13:25:57 · answer #1 · answered by ♣Kermit the Frog♣ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Weight and over weight is a real problem these days and more so for women after child-birth. Suggest watch what you eat and start thinking of easy work outs. Suggest also because you eat I feel you eat because of depression and this may well be the case. Surgery is not the answer because of the pain afterwards. Think of your self as a nice human being with a weight problem that you need to address. Your not ugly and I'll bet you could laugh a lot.
Take care. Love and light
Om
Ronnie
2007-08-08 21:21:14 · answer #2 · answered by RONALD C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you try working with a nutritionist on a consistent basis? Homemade diets don't work, they make you put on more weight, so don't read too much into negative results of sporadic dieting. Nutritionist is a doctor who will analyze your diet and tell you what are you eating wrong and why are you hungry all the time.
I don't think it's possible to tell if you're good candidate just from the weight and height. For example, you need to have reasonably healthy heart. Surgery is a huge risk.
2007-08-08 13:37:12 · answer #3 · answered by Snowflake 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
cant really comment on surgery but just wanted to tell you about my sister,she was a size 22 and decided that she couldnt go on like she was,she has 4 children and wanted to see them grow up,she started her own diet and exercise plan at home and didnt tell anyone what she was doing.in 18 months she has lost 9 stone,she has always been over weight and never thought she could do it,but with the right attitude you can.good luck to you and if you want to know any more i can put you in touch with my sister.
2007-08-08 13:31:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
are you sure that surgery is the path you reall wanna choose???
i've hard a lot about the gastric by pass and that has had some really good reports, sorry icannot be of much help
GOOD LUCK HONEY
i feel for you
2007-08-08 13:27:19 · answer #5 · answered by turtlemadlady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's not always about dieting alone, have you tried physical exercise with your diet? (i'm not being nasty).
To be honest any surgery is a massive risk, and I really don't think it's worth going through just to lose a few pounds, I would consider it but only as a last resort
2007-08-08 13:27:00 · answer #6 · answered by BronzedPete 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Only a surgeon can tell you if you are a candidate
and evaluate the best procedure for you.
(Lap band if the least invasive and safest procedure IMHO.)
2007-08-08 13:26:55 · answer #7 · answered by Irv S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No ... u r lovely n sweet...just get to the local gym and make it a habit.
I have some herbal products which could help you. It works for me.
2007-08-08 19:31:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
why don't you try at home workout/exercise dvd's. i was feeling very depressed and now i'm losing weight and feeling a lot better about myself. I have 2 that i workout to now and i'm feeling really good and losing weight and i can throw my bigger sizes away or give them to charity if they're any good!!! give it a try!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-08-08 22:32:38 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
have you had your hormone levels checks? your thyroid checked? you only need to lose about 25kg. thats not very hard to do. you could lose that in 3-4 months. please dont even think about surgery. email me i can help you out with a diet.
2007-08-08 13:45:51 · answer #10 · answered by sixnutfury 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋