How to Reduce Weight? Treatment Options & Cost
2 months ago
My name is Srinivas Rao, I am 42 years old from Visakhapatnam. My height is around 5.5 feet and my weight is 108 kg. I want to reduce my weight and would like to know which treatment would be best for me. I have heard about options like balloon treatment, bariatric surgery (gastric bypass and sleeve), and liposuction. I want to understand how these procedures work, whether there are any risks or side effects, how long the procedure takes, whether it is done on the same day, what the approximate cost would be (around ₹1.3–1.4 lakhs), and if installment or EMI payment options are available.
Answers (1)
Based on your height and weight, your BMI falls in the obesity range, and weight loss treatment can significantly improve your overall health. There are multiple options available depending on your goals and medical evaluation.
The intragastric balloon procedure (such as the Allurion balloon) involves swallowing a capsule that expands into a balloon inside the stomach and remains there for about three months to reduce appetite and food intake.
Bariatric surgery includes gastric bypass, where the digestive pathway is altered to reduce food absorption, and gastric sleeve, where the stomach size is surgically reduced to limit food intake.
Liposuction, on the other hand, is mainly for removing localized fat from specific areas like the abdomen and is not primarily a metabolic weight loss solution. The procedure duration typically ranges from 1–2 hours depending on the treatment type and your case condition, and admission is usually planned with discharge shortly after as advised by the doctor.
While all medical procedures carry some risks, they are generally safe when performed by experienced surgeons after proper evaluation. The approximate cost discussed is around ₹1,00,000 to ₹4,00,000 depending on the chosen method and hospital package.
Payment can usually be made as a one-time payment, and installment or EMI options may also be arranged based on eligibility. A detailed consultation and medical assessment will help determine the safest and most effective treatment plan for you.
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