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A member asked:
I am a 5ft 20 year old and weigh 230... am i a canidate for bypass surgery?
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Yes: By bmi criteria alone, you are a candidate for bypass surgery.
Answered 3/24/2012
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Possibly: Gastric bypass is reserved for those who are extremely obese (generally bmi>35). Based on your measurements, you may qualify. However, this depends on many factors including your motivation, past medical history, psychiatric history, support system, etc. Discuss it with your doctor. You would then to consult with a bariatric surgeon.
Answered 3/18/2012
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