www.womanthismonth.com 55 December 2014 TRIMMING DOWN “A chronic health problem on the rise is obesity, which is a result from an excess of fat exceeding the body’s physical needs,” according to Dr Stephen Angamuthu. “Obesity almost always leads to a number of other chronic health conditions, which we call co-morbidities. Some examples are cardiovascular disease, hypertension, type II diabetes, pulmonary dysfunction, osteoarthritis, gall bladder disease, cancer (breast and colon), and many others.” However, it is difficult to shed all of the excess fat through just diet and exercise. “Bariatric surgery is the perfect option for those who want the full and permanent solution if a conservative line fails,” he adds. “At Royal Bahrain Hospital, we have adopted modern, minimally invasive techniques. These techniques have made bariatric surgery even safer, and include less bleeding and shorter post-operation recovery times. If you choose bariatric surgery, you will finally see all the beneficial effects it will have on your health, which have been confirmed by numerous studies. For example, you will prevent obesityrelated diseases, have an extended lifespan, increased energy and selfesteem, and of course weight loss. The average weight loss expected over three years is 62 per cent of the excess weight,” he says. Call 17246800 or visit www.royalbahrainhospital.com to schedule an appointment or for more information. The issue of obesity is ever on the rise. Royal Bahrain Hospital’s consultant general surgeon, Dr Stephen Angamuthu talks about the advantages of weight-loss surgery. www.jfcbahrain.com showcase
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