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Weight Loss Option for a 22 Year Old?

I have been trying to lose weight for about 4 years now and can't seem to get the last 80 lbs off that I want lose. I've considered...

6 doctor answers | 2 community comments

Best Way to Achieve Massive Weight Loss? Lose 100lbs

My husband is 30 years old and needs to lose over 100lbs (5'10" ~300lbs) in order to be healthy (i.e. high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high...

2 doctor answers | 1 community comment

What Options Are Available Besides Bariatric Surgery?

I am a 43-year-old female, 180 lbs, BMI30, no health problems. I have been exercising at least 5 days a week for over a year and have not lost weight....

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Gastric Balloon - Is a Numbing Spray Better Than Sedation?

I will be having a gastric balloon inserted into my stomach in 1 months time. This will be followed by a gastric bypass in 6 months time. I have...

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Are there Safe Weight Loss Surgeries Today?

What are the safest procedures for loosing weight?

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Age 62, 213lb - Best Procedure to Reduce Weight and Fat?

I am 62 years and overweight (97 kgs). My height is 5 feet and 5 inches only. Is there any medicines to reduce this overweight. I walk everyday for 20...

Should I Try Weight Loss Drugs Before Considering Bariatric Surgery?

I have heard of one surgeon who requires his patients to try diet drugs (like Xenical) before he will operate. Is this the norm / recommended?

Best Weight Loss Surgery?

How do doctors determine which surgery is the best for their patients?

If my BMI is 40.3 and "Healthy" Why Wouldn't Surgery Be Considered to Help Me Lose Weight?

I am 31 years old done having children, I'm 5 feet 3 inches and weigh 235. I have had weight issuses since I can remember, my highest 250 and my...

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