Will They Allow Me to Receive Bariatric (Gastric Sleeve or Bypass) Surgery?

I'm close to a 100 kilograms, about 181cm Obese and sadly attempted losing weight my entire life. My self-image has annihilated my self-esteem. Along as this body remains overweight, chances of becoming at least moderately confident aren't good. I succeeded in losing 27 kilograms however when around the low nineties, my body enters a hunger frenzy. I need this surgery, risks or no risks, I'd rather lose ten years of my current life than die unhappy with who I am.

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5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in 210-229 lbs candidate

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Yes, they might

Based on the information you provided your BMI index is around 35. In the United States the prerequisites set by the National Institutes of Health and the recommendation of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery are to have a body mas index greater then 40 or 35 and suffering from a comorbid condition. You might need to consult with a bariatric surgeon in your country to receive a definite answer, since you provided weight and height details in kg's and cm's I... more

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ahmet94 1 Feb 2013

Thank You Kindly Doctor Korman. My motivation to lose weight is mostly present however the physical hunger often overpowers my self-control. Sorry about leaving my whereabouts out, I'm from Victoria, Australia. Currently endeavouring to shed weight for the final time through non-surgical assistance. I've slimmed down from 107kgs to 96kg but reaching under 95 kilos is the point when my hunger senses multiply uncontrollably. Really appreciate your time Doctor, thank you heaps.

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