I'm taking several meds, gained 100 lbs in a year and I'm considering surgery

Hi. I've been reading all the wonderful things from post-op patients and congrats to all of you. I take Prem-pro, Neurontin, Ativan, Paxil, Zocor, Seroquel and a daily vitamin. I have gained 100 lbs in a year. I have developed high cholesteral (hence the Zocor), high blood pressure, GERD and sleep apnea. My PCP doesn't want to give me anything for the blood pressure or GERD because I'm already "taking enough pills". I can't tie my shoes, walk for more than 15 - 20 minutes without getting short of breath. I work up a sweat taking a shower. I'm constantly sweating especially under breasts, between thighs. I am 5'3" and I weigh 220. I know this isn't much compared to some of you, but I didn't weigh this much when I was pregnant and I gained 66 lbs (I weighed 188 when I went in to have my daughter 15 years ago). My PCP didn't seem concerned at all when gained 20 lbs or 30 lbs and I constantly asked him to help me out. He just shrugged it off. Now that I am 100 lbs heavier - he's chewing my butt to "quit eating so much", "watch what you eat", "count calories". I've done all that and then some, but I keep gaining. Does anybody think that this surgery would be a good option for me or should I just keep trying what the PCP says and continue to be discouraged. P.S> I"ve been doing my homework on these surgeries for about 3 months. HELP!!!

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