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Bariatric (Weight-loss) Surgery
Bariatric surgeons help people with severe obesity lose weight and improve health through procedures like gastric sleeve and bypass, alongside lifestyle support.
Conditions treated
- Severe obesity
- Obesity with type 2 diabetes
- Obesity with high blood pressure
- Sleep apnoea with obesity
- Gastric sleeve & bypass
- Weight regain after surgery
- Metabolic syndrome
Common symptoms
Tests & procedures
Conditions we cover in Bariatric (Weight-loss) Surgery
- Obesity
- Morbid (Severe) Obesity
- Obesity with Type 2 Diabetes
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
- Gastric Bypass
When to see a doctor urgently
- Severe obesity not responding to diet and exercise
- Obesity with diabetes, sleep apnoea or joint problems
- Wanting to understand if surgery is an option
- Follow-up nutrition and support after weight-loss surgery
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for bariatric surgery?
Generally people with a high BMI (often ≥ 37.5, or ≥ 32.5 with conditions like diabetes — thresholds vary), after other measures have failed. A team assesses suitability.
Is weight-loss surgery just about appearance?
No — it is a medical treatment that can put type 2 diabetes into remission and improve blood pressure, sleep apnoea and joint health, alongside lasting lifestyle change.
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Sources & further reading
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- MedlinePlus — U.S. National Library of Medicine
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, India
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Reviewed by Dr. Sanjay Anbu, MBBS. MedDroid is an AI medical assistant and can make mistakes. It provides general health information, not a diagnosis or medical advice — always consult a qualified clinician. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number immediately.