Hi doctor, I am advised to have a gastric bypass. I am worried about the anesthesia and surgical risk because I am a 79 year old married male. I am obese with 265 lbs weight and 5'11" height. I am a diabetic, but it is under control with insulin. I also have emphysema. I use Spiriva daily and wear a prescribed sleep apnea machine at night. I left the habit of smoking when I was 40. I am on regular medicine for high blood pressure. Presently, I have achalasia and I am considering laparoscopic surgery for it. Also, I am on regular Prednisone 5 mg for arthritis and Allegra for ongoing congestion.
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