cherylxx
New Member
hi all,
I have been researching and considering having a gastric band fitted for some months now and have now made an appointment to see my gp on 16th feb (waiting for my favourite gp to return from her hols).
i have however seen a lot of references to a sleep apnea test prior to wls.
does this mean that anyone suffering from sleep apnea will be refused surgery?.
i have never been diagnosed with sleep apnea but have suspected for some time that i do have it as i sometimes feel my own breathing stop and jump awake , catching my breath.
i certainly meet the criteria with regards to bmi etc so would hate to be refused wls due to a condition that only losing weight will cure:sigh:
I have been researching and considering having a gastric band fitted for some months now and have now made an appointment to see my gp on 16th feb (waiting for my favourite gp to return from her hols).
i have however seen a lot of references to a sleep apnea test prior to wls.
does this mean that anyone suffering from sleep apnea will be refused surgery?.
i have never been diagnosed with sleep apnea but have suspected for some time that i do have it as i sometimes feel my own breathing stop and jump awake , catching my breath.
i certainly meet the criteria with regards to bmi etc so would hate to be refused wls due to a condition that only losing weight will cure:sigh: