Quick and Easy Weight Loss Through Bariatric Surgery

Posted by Truemd Dallas on July 17th, 2019

Weight loss can be a difficult task, especially for obese people. For some people, no weight loss programs or diets or exercises seem to work. Even if they are able to lose weight, it comes back after some time. This can severely affect a person’s quality of life. Bariatric Surgery is an option for such people.  

What is Bariatric Surgery?  
Bariatric Surgery is a name given to different surgeries for weight loss, which work by making changes to your digestive system and intestines. The operation is performed so that it may control the amount of food you eat or the amount of nutrients your body absorbs or both the things.  

Who can Undergo a Bariatric Surgery?
Although bariatric surgery is an easy option for weight loss, it is not for everyone. You will need to meet up strict medical guidelines to qualify for the surgery. It is performed for the people who are obese, having a body mass index of 40 or higher. In some cases, the surgery may be performed for people having a body mass index between 30 to 40, if they are afflicted with chronic illnesses such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea due to obesity.  
Moreover, the person must be willing to go through some major lifestyle changes following the surgery, which include being on a life-long diet, regular and strict workout, and commitment to a healthy lifestyle.  
If you think you can do that, and you have passed the medical screenings to qualify for the surgery, you can have further discussions with your doctor to have it done.  

Benefits of Bariatric Surgery  
Bariatric Surgery can help you lose your weight exceptionally. That is the major benefit. Other than that it benefits you with providing you improved health and lifestyle and preventing you from chronic diseases such as type2 diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels, and body pains. If you already suffer from any of these diseases or problems, you will find significant improvement in them after your surgery. The surgery will also give you back the confidence that you had somehow lost owing to your obesity.  

Risks of Bariatric Surgery  
Although bariatric surgeries are a good option to shed off your extra pounds, all kinds of bariatric surgeries pose some risks. It can cause bleeding, infection, diarrhea, blood clots, lung diseases, or breathing problems and leakage in the gastrointestinal system. It may also cause problems such as anemia, osteoporosis, or other nutrient deficiency diseases at a later stage if your body is not able to absorb the nutrients properly after the surgery.  

The surgery has both upsides as well as downsides. You need to weigh them and decide what is viable for you. Have a thorough discussion with your health and wellness doctor discuss your concerns, share your expectations, and follow what your doctor says.