Obesity | Palmyra Surgical Gastric Band Surgery Specialists

DVT and Obesity in the News

Posted: Feb 28 in Gastric Band Blog by

Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is a serious condition that results from blood clotting in the deep veins within the legs. DVT can cause pulmonary embolism, a life threatening condition, when part of the leg blood clot enters the blood stream and obstructs the lungs. Research now indicates that people who are obese increase their risk of DVT. People who are obese have a Body Mass Index (BMI) or greater than 30. Those that are morbidly obese have a BMI of between 40 and 50; while those are considered super obese have a BMI over 50.

Tagged: | Comments: None

Risk from H1N1 Increases for the Obese

Posted: Jan 14 in Gastric Band Blog by

Extreme obesity carries many health risks, which leads many people to consider lap band surgery. Many people throughout the Albany area try to lose weight on their own. However, it is not an easy process and there are times when weight loss surgery is the next reasonable step. Once the risks with being obese outweigh the risks of the surgery, it is time to consider this option. For example, recent research indicates that those who are extremely obese have an increased risk of death due to the H1N1 flu.

Tagged: | Comments: None

Obesity Factors Not Related to Extra Calories

Posted: Aug 26 in Gastric Band Blog by

Experts agree that the best way to prevent or combat obesity is to balance a healthy diet with plenty of physical activity. However, some people find that cutting calories and exercising more does not produce the weight loss results they hoped for. In fact, you may find you’re gaining weight despite doing everything “right.” Learn more about weight gain that has nothing to do with too many calories.

Tagged: | Comments: None

Choosing a Weight Loss Surgery Program That is Best For You

Posted: Nov 22 in Gastric Band Blog by

Weight loss surgery can provide a permanent solution to your struggles with obesity. However, there are many factors to consider when creating a weight loss surgery program. Every body, like every person, is different, and it’s important to create a weight loss surgery plan that will address your individual needs.

Tagged: , | Comments: one response

Sleep Apnea and Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Nov 12 in Gastric Band Blog by

Sleep apnea is a dangerous and life threatening condition that affects many bariatric surgery patients before surgery. When one has sleep apnea, they are unable to breathe properly when they sleep because their throat becomes constricted by fatty tissue and restricts the flow of oxygen into the lungs. Sleep apnea sufferers will be afflicted by [...]

Tagged: | Comments: one response