Friday, September 2, 2011

Liposuction for Men


I have been overweight for most of my life, and I can tell you from firsthand experience that there's nothing good about this situation. I suffer from low self-esteem, have been the target of bullying, and have never had much of a social life outside the Internet. I've tried every kind of diet and exercise program imaginable, and have had numerous consultations with doctors. Nothing has ever worked. But I'm tired of being embarrassed about my weight and wasting my life by not engaging with other people. That's one of the reasons I'm currently researching liposuction for men.



Some people might think that only women would be interested in this type of procedure, but liposuction for men is becoming increasingly common. There's no longer a stigma attached to this surgery because we now know about the many major medical problems that could stem from being overweight. Liposuction for men isn't about being vain or taking shortcuts to weight loss. It's about getting a chance to start over and live a healthier life.



From the little bit I've read about liposuction for men, it sounds as though the procedure has become safer, cheaper, and more effective than it was just a few short years ago. Now there are far more specialists around that can perform the procedure, so I will have more of a choice when looking for a doctor. In addition, some types of liposuction for men might be covered by insurance. Most of the time, this would be considered a cosmetic or unnecessary surgery, but in some instances and under some policies, it might be covered. Obviously I'll need to check with my provider for specific details, but I think I'm going to move forward with the procedure either way.



I know that this will lead to drastic changes in my life, so I need to be prepared to deal with some of the issues that might surface. I recently read through some posts on a forum about liposuction for men, and was interested in the stories of guys that had had the surgery. Most of the stories were positive, but some folks experienced a bit of negative backlash because of the drastic changes in their bodies and lifestyles. They talked about friends or significant others leaving them, and about other unexpected problems. Frankly, I think if my few friends did that, they probably weren't true friends to begin with, but I will definitely prepare myself for the possibility of this kind of reaction.



Anyway, the more I think about it, the more I'm convinced that I need to move forward with my plan. I will keep reading about liposuction for men until I have a better understanding of what both the procedure and immediate aftermath entail, and then I'll consult with a doctor. I can't wait for the new me to emerge!


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