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Can I get gastric balloon for weight los
Hi , I'm 84 kg , 153 cm height. Having thyroid profile . Tried so many diets . But couldn't loose weight . Is it advisable to get gastric balloon for weight loss?
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Gastric balloon is not recommended is now obsolete. Please get sleeve gastrectomy instead.
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Dr. Ashish Sachan
GastroIntestinal Surgeon
13 yrs exp
Delhi
Gastric balloon will not help much. Check your BMI. Visit a bariatric surgery centre/ Gastrointestinal surgeon for opinion.
You can consult me for further opinion
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Dr. Abhiram Koganti
Gastroenterologist
13 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Its a temporary solution & it is easy to deploy a balloon and you will be having some discomfort post procedure
Diet & physical activity along with self motivation is very important for weight loss
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Follow low carb and calorie restricted diet
Seek dietitian and fitness specialist help
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Keep thyroid under control.
If you want to get a balloon deployed , you can get it done anytime
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