Only 75lbs to lose - that "ok"?

I am considering the surgery but people are telling me I don't need it - I have about 75lbs to lose - isn't that "enough"?! I have sleep apnea and am so TIRED of being overweight! Advice is welcomed - especially from those were were/are "obese" maybe not morbidly.

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