Understanding obesity

Understanding Obesity

Obesity is a critical health concern that extends beyond alarming statistics, resulting in severe health problems that lead to millions of deaths worldwide. This chronic, irreversible, and often fatal disease affects every aspect of our health.

Here are some consequences of obesity:

Increases the risk of hypertension, heart disease, cardiovascular issues, strokes, gallbladder diseases, and various types of cancer.
Causes serious joint problems, notably in the hips, back, and knees, often leading to total disability.
In women, obesity can lead to severe hormonal issues, polycystic ovarian syndrome, menstrual disorders, and infertility.
Provokes psychological and psychiatric issues, ranging from anxiety to severe depression.
Contributes to social and workplace discrimination.
Frequently results in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
In men, it heightens the risk of prostate cancer and sexual dysfunction.
Overall, obesity significantly reduces life expectancy.

Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

In summary, bariatric surgery improves a patient’s overall health, promoting a more active, healthier, and happier lifestyle. It also addresses psychological health, boosting self-esteem and enhancing social interactions.

In addition to significant and sustained weight loss, many diseases associated with obesity can improve drastically and often disappear following bariatric surgery.

Sustained Weight Loss Solutions:

80% excess weight loss with Gastric Bypass.
70% excess weight loss with Gastric Sleeve.
80% of patients maintain around 50% of their excess weight loss.

Improved Related Conditions

Type 2 Diabetes:
- 80–90% of cases achieve total control without requiring medication, while about 75–85% show significant improvement.

Joint Problems:

- 40–70% of cases show improvement or resolution of Degenerative Joint Disease, with pain relief in weight-bearing joints experienced shortly after surgery.

Hypertension:

- Improvement rates for hypertension range from 80-90%, with about 85% resolving the condition entirely.

Asthma and Pulmonary Conditions:

- Approximately 80% of asthma cases improve or resolve, along with significant enhancements in symptoms like difficulty breathing and fatigue during physical activity.

Hormonal and Reproductive Health:

- 75–100% of patients experience correction of menstrual and hormonal dysfunctions, including polycystic ovarian syndrome, particularly when obesity is identified as the underlying cause.

Sleep Apnea and Other Disorders:

- Up to 90% of patients see resolution or improvement in sleep apnea after losing the initial 44 lbs. Other sleep disorders, including snoring, also show remarkable improvements.

Cholesterol and Triglycerides:

- 75% of patients lower or normalize their cholesterol levels, while significant improvements are seen in hyperlipidemia.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD):

- 70–95% of patients report relief from reflux symptoms within the first week post-surgery.

Violeta Esquivel

Violeta Esquivel has demonstrated admirable courage in making the decision to undergo gastric sleeve surgery to overcome obesity and regain control of her health and well-being.

Magdalena Rodríguez

Magdalena Rodríguez made a courageous decision that would transform her life: undergoing gastric sleeve surgery to overcome obesity and regain the health, self-esteem, and well-being she always dreamed of.

Understanding Obesity

Obesity is a critical health concern that extends beyond alarming statistics, resulting in severe health problems that lead to millions of deaths worldwide. This chronic, irreversible, and often fatal disease affects every aspect of our health.

Here are some consequences of obesity:

Increases the risk of hypertension, heart disease, cardiovascular issues, strokes, gallbladder diseases, and various types of cancer.

Causes serious joint problems, notably in the hips, back, and knees, often leading to total disability.

In women, obesity can lead to severe hormonal issues, polycystic ovarian syndrome, menstrual disorders, and infertility.

Provokes psychological and psychiatric issues, ranging from anxiety to severe depression.

Contributes to social and workplace discrimination.

Frequently results in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

In men, it heightens the risk of prostate cancer and sexual dysfunction.

Overall, obesity significantly reduces life expectancy.

Benefits of Bariatric Surgery

In summary, bariatric surgery improves a patient’s overall health, promoting a more active, healthier, and happier lifestyle. It also addresses psychological health, boosting self-esteem and enhancing social interactions.

In addition to significant and sustained weight loss, many diseases associated with obesity can improve drastically and often disappear following bariatric surgery.

Sustained Weight Loss Solutions:

80% excess weight loss with Gastric Bypass.

70% excess weight loss with Gastric Sleeve.

80% of patients maintain around 50% of their excess weight loss.

Improved Related Conditions

Type 2 Diabetes:

80–90% of cases achieve total control without requiring medication, while about 75–85% show significant improvement.

Joint Problems:

40–70% of cases show improvement or resolution of Degenerative Joint Disease, with pain relief in weight-bearing joints experienced shortly after surgery.

Hypertension:

Improvement rates for hypertension range from 80-90%, with about 85% resolving the condition entirely.

Asthma and Pulmonary Conditions:

Approximately 80% of asthma cases improve or resolve, along with significant enhancements in symptoms like difficulty breathing and fatigue during physical activity.

Hormonal and Reproductive Health:

75–100% of patients experience correction of menstrual and hormonal dysfunctions, including polycystic ovarian syndrome, particularly when obesity is identified as the underlying cause.

Sleep Apnea and Other Disorders:

Up to 90% of patients see resolution or improvement in sleep apnea after losing the initial 44 lbs. Other sleep disorders, including snoring, also show remarkable improvements.

Cholesterol and Triglycerides:

75% of patients lower or normalize their cholesterol levels, while significant improvements are seen in hyperlipidemia.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD):

70–95% of patients report relief from reflux symptoms within the first week post-surgery.

Violeta Esquivel

Magdalena Rodríguez

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