Weight Loss Surgery

Introduction
Before making the decision to take part in weight loss surgery it is important to note that it can be a life altering occurrence.
This is why you should get as much information as possible before making this type of decision.
The best resource for information will be the surgeon or nurse that would perform the surgery. They are the most valuable source because they have been through the whole procedure and they know what to expect. You will find that the surgeon will be able to more readily answer all questions that you have and give you the reassurance about the procedure. This will all work to calm your nerves and give you the sense of relief. There is no virtue in remaining quiet about your questions and fears. This will only create problems down the road and make for possible complications.
Common questions prior to surgery:
Below are some common questions you should ask prior to surgery:

• Will I have a lot of pain?
• How long will I be in the hospital?
• What are the risks of this surgery?
• Is this procedure covered by medical insurance?
• What kind of lifestyle changes should I expect?

Another valuable resource for information about this type of procedure is other patients. Often times, your doctor will have a list of patients that are willing to discuss their experience about this type of surgery with others.
Can I have these types of surgery?
There is no definite answer about who can have these types of surgery. Because of the risks that are sometimes involved, not everyone is a candidate. Even though there is the great chance that you will lose weight and thereby increase the health of your body, the risks are sometimes too great for the surgeons to overlook.
If you have or ever had any of the following, you may not be a candidate:

• Stroke
• Heart Attack
• Heart disease
• High Blood Pressure
• Angina
• Crohns Disease
• Cancer

There are several other risk factors that doctors must take into consideration but this list will give you the basis to work with. It should also be understood that this is not a guaranteed cure for obesity. Even though the procedures work well to help a patient lose weight, they also require that you make a lot of lifestyle changes, some of which may be difficult.