how overweight do you have to be to qualify for gastric bypass?
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The patient has to be morbidly obese, at least 100lbs. overweight to be considered for gastric bypass.  It is a very serious surgery, not to be taken lightly (no pun intended).  The patient has to go through many tests, lab tests, electrocardiograms, and even psychological tests before even getting close to the operating table..Docs take this procedure very seriously.
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Between 52-66kg (114-145lbs - I think) based on the Body Mass Index.  Hope this helps.
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I can't believe how people can be so rude.  If you are skinny you cannot possibly imagine what it's like to be heavy.  It just gets to the point where can't even move enough to even get exercise.\n\nWith gastric bypass surgery, most of the stomach is removed and can't be put back.\n\nBanding just puts an elastic band around part of your stomach so you will feel full sooner.  It can be reversed with minor surgery.\n\nLook on the back of your HMO card and call the number.  They can easily tell you if it would be covered.  You should know, though, that there is  a six-month process you have to go through in order to qualify.  You have to stick to a diet for a while and show that you can control your eating to some degree.  Also there is counseling to see if you are capable of dealing with the operation.\n\nMichael michaelsgreene@yahoo.com
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Gastric Bypass Surgery/gastrectomy/lapband (all types of weight loss /bariatric surgery) is very cheap and safe in India.There is one company that is very famous in India that arranges obesity surgery for foreigners in India.They are called the Forerunners Healthcare.I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories.\n\nI have also read that they arrange financing for american and canadian patients as obesity surgery is not covered by insurance.They also have photos pasted of their International patients.You can checkout their website.The cost savings are incredible.As a doctor i personally believe that your obesity surgery can be easily handled in India as the quality of healthcare available here is simply best in the world.The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.\n\nMy cousin got her obesity surgery in India through the forerunners healthcare .SHe is more than very happy with the results.She has lost 65lbs in 5 months.She just paid 25% of the amount she was quoted in USA and is all praise for this forerunners healthcare company.hope this helps \n\nSource(s):\nhttp://www.forerunnershealthcare.com
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I had gastric bypass surgery in April 2005.  I started out at 268, now I’m 180 and holding, after  1 year and 7 months.  These links will help you in many ways to make a decision if this is for you or  not.  I vote yes, because it made such a difference in my life. I was taking 8 pills a day, and after my surgery, I lost my diabetes.  The way they do the surgery, takes your diabetes away.  I no longer have to take glucophage, and I no longer  have high Cholesterol or high blood pressure.  I’m down to 2 pills a day.  I went from a  size 26-28 to a 16-18.\nMost people struggle with paying for  the surgery.  Go to this site, it is a great support system for you, because it’s only people who have had gastric bypass.  Every insurance program has been rated, and you’ll get tips on how to deal with your insurance company, as well as, surgery tips, food tips, and just support. http://www.obesityhelp.com/\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass/HQ01465\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass-diet/WT00007\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass-surgery/AN01378\nVitamins I take…  you have to be very faithful about taking them after surgery, because you can become very sick if you don’t.  There were recommended by my surgeon and nutritionist.\nhttp://www.walgreens.com/store/product.jsp?CATID=301120&navAction=jump&navCount=0&id=prod403359\nThere is a very good web site by a guy named Basil White.  He’s a govt. worker and a comedian.  He walks you through everything. Very interesting. He had the surgery and did well.\nhttp://www.basilwhite.com/gastric/\nSome other helpful links…\nhttp://dir.yahoo.com/Health/Diseases_and_Conditions/Obesity/Gastric_Bypass_Surgery/\nhttp://www.stapleclub.com/general_info.htm\nhttp://www.locateadoc.com/articles.cfm/1454/1337\nhttp://www.dhmc.org/webpage.cfm?site_id=2&org_id=28&morg_id=0&sec_id=0&gsec_id=35507&item_id=35508\nArticle about a couple in FL who lost 300 pounds\nhttp://www.tbo.com/news/money/MGBJKJXH4VE.html\nhttp://www.connectionwls.com/\nhttp://www.mygastricbypass.com/\nhttp://www.gwdocs.com/health/eHA-eHA_Content_C-Generic_Content_Page_Template_1131123706877.html\nGood luck with your surgery and new life!
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For your height you are overweight by 10 to 11 kgs. Your ideal body weight should be between 65 to 68 kgs.  Dieting &  exercise will bring down your weight.
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waiver on some people I was supposed to weigh113 at least but i weighed 112 i was a toothpick. trust me you will go anyway. I gained 25 pounds in four months. good luck and no its not the same as being overweight  armygirl2675@yahoo
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There are height and weight restrictions based on age and gender.  HOWEVER if you can meet body fat standards then you may get a wiaver for weight.  Most times, if you can prove to the recruiter that you are deadly serious, they will work with you and help you lose the weight.
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Yes, you are fairly overweight. You need to find a good diet plan and exercise routine to get your weight down to at least 155lb-160lb. Your body fat percentage should not be higher than 32% if you are female and not higher than 25% if you are male. HTH.
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there isnt a weight limit. whatever makes you feel healthy. dont go anorexic or overweight, but whatever you feel makes you feel good
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5'4 about 130 lbs.  I don't really think that you are overweight.  But eating a good diet and moderate exercise.
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Only if you are severly overweight, to the point where it would be healthier to get it done, and you just can't live anymore with your weight.  It is a very serious, painful and severe surgery.  I have a cousin who had it done, and she almost died from complications.  This is a last resort, and a very drastic one.  Plus, so many find it unsuccessful in the long run because you never really learn how to eat healthily, so you eventually expand your stomach again and gain the weight back.  You have to work at learning how to eat differently and completely alter your lifestyle.\n\nThe decision is ultimately whether or not you can continue living with your weight, and how much you are really willing to risk to get the procedure done.
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Based on the Body mass index(BMI) formula:\n\nBMI=weight/height*height \n\nWhen weight is in kg and height in m, BMI should be between 20 and 25 for a normal weight; over 30 is considered obese.\n\nSo based on these calculations you should weight between about 50 and 62,5 for a normal weight. So ideally u should lose about 24,6 kg to get within that weight range.\n\nLooks like a long way to go, so here's a closer objective for you to consider first: if you just lose 13 kg, you will get your BMI below 30 and your body will thank you a lot. Life will be literally much easier and health risks due to weight will significantly decrease.\n\nSo good luck to get to 74 kg and don't forget to throw a party when u get there!
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Gastric Bypass - which I think is dangerous & unnecessary unless one is morbidly obese
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I believe you need a BMI of over 40.  \n\nBMI Index.  Do a search for it, enter your height and weight and it will tell you your number.
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you should weigh between 52 and 70 KG to be within the healthy weight band, you are currently over weight but not yet obese
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140 - 184 lbs\nThis recommendation is based on a Body Mass Index (BMI) range of 19-25.