The Danger of Not Having Weight Loss Surgery

Making the decision to have weight loss surgery is certainly not an easy one. Undergoing any surgery of any kind always includes some sort of risk and weight loss surgery is no exception. People often come to the decision to have surgery after many years of struggling with their weight and the health conditions that emerge as a result. And, in the end, it can often come down to having surgery or facing the consequences of serious health concerns and a reduction in quality of life.

When you are considering weight loss surgery, you must also consider the danger of not having surgery. What can you expect from your life if you continue to gain weight and experience a variety of medical conditions that go unchecked. What are the dangers of not having weight loss surgery and what should you consider?

How long have you been trying to lose weight? What have you tried and what, if any, success have you had? How much weight have you gained over the past few years and how much weight can you expect to gain without addressing it head on?

Are you currently suffering from obesity-related conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, etc.? What is the danger in letting those conditions continue without instituting real change in your life?

How is your mobility? Is it difficult to move around? Are you able to engage in the activities you enjoy or is your weight standing in your way? Have you considered how you will feel years from now if you don’t lose the weight? If it’s a challenge to get around now, can you imagine what the next few years may bring?

Last, but not least, consider your lifespan and your quality of life. You surely want to live a long and healthy life with the people you love. If you are a candidate for weight loss surgery and your doctor has recommended it, be sure to consider it seriously if you are serious about a healthy future.

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One of the most experienced weight loss surgeons in the country – Dr. Nick Nicholson

• along with a full staff of surgeons, nurses and other experienced clinicians, help patients reverse obesity with LAP-BAND, Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy and Revisions.