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Patients who suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems, sleep apnea, back, foot, and joint pain, and other weight-related problems usually see a significant improvement in their health and comfort level as they lose weight. Many are able to eventually discontinue medications for diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, and discontinue nighttime breathing support for sleep apnea. Success after surgery is measured not just by pounds lost and a change in appearance, but also by the improvement in the patient's overall health, well-being, and enjoyment in life.