Weight Loss Surgery - Choices
There may seem little hope when you've tried just about every diet and don't have the energy to go to the gym to burn off that unwanted weight, but there are of course other options. Some people may turn to cosmetic surgery to get rid of extra weight and this can be useful for overall weight loss or to target certain areas of excess fat. Below are a few of the options: • Liposuction - if you have excess fat in areas such as your tummy, thighs or buttocks you can undergo this procedure which involves you receiving a general anaesthetic. During the anaesthesia the areas of fat will effectively be removed using a small metal tube and vacuum suction. For smaller areas a local anaesthetic can be applied meaning you don't have an overnight stay in hospital. • Gastric Bypass surgery – again this surgery is performed under a general anaesthetic. During the procedure a small stomach pouch is created meaning you cannot eat as much as you would normally. Also a new opening is made whi...