What are the long-long term affects of this surgery?

I have been reading some websites that indicate the long-term health risks are basically unknown. I have read reports of higher suseptibility to cancer, autoimmune disorders like lupus, multiple sclerosis, and rhumatoid(sp.)arthritis. Longevity is also a major concern. Most doctors avoid the question about how much longer I would live if I had the surgery as opposed to living out my life as morbidly obese. I am particularly concerned because I am 23 now and I don't want to do something to my body that could result in a debilitating disease. I know the risks of obesity over a long time are similar in terms of risks, but I don't know if I want to exchange one set of complications for another. Please help me. If anyone knows anything concrete about the subject I would appreciate some website addresses on the subject or any personal info that you can offer to guide me. Thank you all so much. BTW I love this site. Thanks to all for your continued contributions. Without your advice and personal stories of triumph I would be lost. Best wishes to all:-)

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