Recent studies show that weight loss may significantly improve one’s sex life, improving various types of sexual dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, and trouble achieving orgasm in both male and female patients. Those struggling with these issues who currently rely on pharmaceutical or medical methods may be able to discontinue these techniques following… Continue Reading »
Category: Lap Band
For some people, trying to conceive can be an unexpected challenge, and improving your chances of conception can become very important. As obesity has long been known to decrease female fertility, having a Lap Band procedure may have a dramatic impact on chances of conception. One of the biggest advantages of the Lap Band procedure… Continue Reading »
Kim Barrows tried everything she could to lose weight, including diet pills, dieticians, even Weight Watchers. Yet the thing that finally helped her to lose more than 150 pounds was a Lap-Band procedure, according to a story in the Times Tribune. This modern treatment is currently one of the most popular weight loss surgeries in… Continue Reading »
While the advanced medical technology of the Lap Band device has produced a dramatic advancement in weight loss surgery, a crucial portion of success is beginning and maintaining healthy habits once the procedure has been completed. To this end, it seems that exercise may actually help reduce food cravings, in addition to the benefits through… Continue Reading »
In a bold new move toward fighting obesity in Australia, the Chief Minister of Canberra has announced that part of a new obesity plan will cover government-sponsored Lap Band procedures, according to a recent article in the Canberra Times. This is a significant departure from the standard government-sponsored healthcare plans, which typically do not cover… Continue Reading »
Women who suffer from obesity are more likely to struggle with infertility issues than women who have a BMI in the normal range. According to an article in American News Report, women who undergo a Lap-Band procedure may greatly increase their chances of conceiving. While Lap-Band is not given directly as a fertility treatment, the… Continue Reading »
Father and son Mike and Matt Cianciullo have lost over 200 pounds since their Lap-Band surgeries in 2009, according to a CNN report. Father Mike has lost over 100 pounds and son Matt has lost over 160. The two men reported that their decision was based on significant research and a firm resolution to lose… Continue Reading »
A vaccine is currently being developed for a condition that many may find surprising. This vaccine is the first of what are likely to be many such treatments designed at eliminating and preventing the storage of excess fat within the body, according to the Weight Loss Surgery Channel. Presented in the Journal of Animal Science… Continue Reading »
A New York primary care physician and three other members of his family recently undertook successful Lap-Band surgeries in an effort to fight what may be genetic-influenced obesity. Dr. Frank Scafuri, his wife, sister, and brother have all had the Lap-Band procedure. Dr. Scafuri and his sister have lost a combined total of over 200… Continue Reading »
A recent Italian study has shown that patients experience a dramatic improvement in quality of life following a lap band procedure. This was determined across several different categories that were measured in a clinical setting. This study was originally published in Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases. This journal is the official publication of the… Continue Reading »
