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HIV, Weight Gain, and Lap Band Surgery Apr 8, 2012 I've been poz for 9 years now, and while my numbers are excellent (VL-undet, CD4-1550), my weight gain is what I truly feel is whats killing me. My weight before I converted was 185, and I'm now at a staggering 260. I've asked my physician several times about options, and his reply is "My job is to keep you alive". While I agree with him, my joints are killing me, and his only suggestion is "try exercising". He doesn't have to worry, he's Asian and 125 lbs soaking wet. I asked about Lap Band, but he blows me off.. any suggestions? |
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| Response from Dr. Henry
 Weight loss can be challenging for many patients. We have had numerous patients undergo a variety of weight reduction surgeries (including lap band) with generally good results. I would repectfully ask your HIV doc once again and perhaps request a consultation with a bariatric specialist. KH | ||||||||
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