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What You Should Ask About Birth Control and Weight Loss Surgery

January 10, 2017

After weight loss surgery, you may need to re-evaluate your birth control or begin using it. Learn more about the effect of surgery on birth control.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

Tagged with: bariatric surgery, birth control, contraception, fertility, gastric banding, gastric bypass, Infertility, weight loss surgery
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Can Bariatric Surgery Benefit Type 2 Diabetes?

December 31, 2015

It's clear that bariatric surgery can be a useful tool for people who need to lose 100 pounds or more: It may help you achieve long-term weight loss.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: bariatric procedure, bariatric surgery, diabetes, gastric banding, gastric bypass, laparoscopic adjustable band surgery, weight loss
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