What you need to know
Gastric balloon in Edinburgh
The gastric balloon is a reversible weight loss treatment that involves placing a soft, saline-filled balloon into the stomach. This is designed to help you lose weight by limiting how much you can eat and making you feel fuller faster. While a gastric balloon is a less invasive alternative to traditional weight loss surgery in Edinburgh, it’s important to consider all available options, including more effective weight loss solutions like weight loss injections and pills.
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Gastric balloon cost in Edinburgh
Understanding the costs associated with the gastric balloon procedure is crucial for anyone in Edinburgh considering this method as a solution for weight loss.
Private costs in Edinburgh
Since the gastric balloon is considered less invasive and does not require surgery, the cost is generally lower than other bariatric surgical procedures. In Edinburgh, the cost ranges from £2,000 to £5,000. This price typically covers the insertion of the balloon, the balloon itself, removal of the balloon after six months, and follow-up support. The following providers offer bariatric surgery in Edinburgh:
- Spire Murrayfield Hospital Edinburgh - 122 Corstorphine Rd, Edinburgh EH12 6UD, 0131 334 0363
- Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh - 51 Little France Cres, Edinburgh EH16 4SA, 0131 536 1000
- Nuffield Health Edinburgh Hospital - Glasgow Rd, Newbridge, Edinburgh EH28 8UD, 0131 333 1324
Additional gastric balloon costs
You may want to consider additional costs of a gastric balloon:
- Dietary consultations. Post-procedure support including dietary advice may incur additional charges.
- Insurance and financing options. If you have private health insurance, always check to see if your plan covers a gastric balloon. Some clinics in $Edinburgh offer financing plans to help manage the cost of the procedure, making it more accessible to a wider range of patients.
Longevity and effectiveness
The gastric balloon is temporary and must be removed after six months, which might be seen as a benefit if you are reluctant to undergo permanent alterations. Weight loss results can vary, but on average, patients lose up to 10% of their body weight. Success depends heavily on adherence to dietary changes and lifestyle adjustments recommended during the treatment.
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Supporting your mental health
Obesity, being overweight mental health problems, such as depression and eating disorders, can negatively affect each other, making it harder to manage your weight. It’s important to recognise the link between your mental health and your weight so you can seek help if you need it.
Talking therapies
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be effective for tackling the psychological challenges associated with eating disorders and obesity. It focuses on changing the way you think and behave, helping to break the cycle of negative thoughts and actions that can impact eating habits and body image.
To find a CBT therapist via the NHS, you can refer yourself or speak to your GP, who can refer you to talking therapies in Edinburgh.
Why it’s important
Keeping active
Exercise doesn’t just burn calories. By triggering the release of endorphins, the body’s natural mood enhancers, exercise has been shown to help combat depression and anxiety.
There’s plenty of ways to stay active in Edinburgh, from local gyms and fitness classes to parks and recreational facilities.
Support in Edinburgh
In Edinburgh, NHS Lothian provides comprehensive mental health support for gastric bypass surgery patients. They can help with eating disorders and weight-related mental health issues.
Discuss your mental health with your GP in Edinburgh who can refer you to a specialist. You may also be able to refer yourself directly without a referral, but you will need to be registered with a GP to get talking therapies on the NHS. You can find a GP in Edinburgh on the NHS website.
Medically reviewed
This page was last medically reviewed by Dr Adam Abbs on 4 June 2024.
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Dr Adam Abbs
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Dr Adam Abbs is an NHS-trained GP with a keen focus on digital health, AI in healthcare, and personalised medicine, including weight loss. He is a leader in creating new ways to provide safe and easy-to-access healthcare through remote care. Dr Abbs is also a skilled medical writer and wrote the RCGP-accredited Remote Consultation Handbook in 2020.
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