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176: Lisa Marie Presley Died From Weight Loss Surgery: Legends That Fatphobia Stole Part 2

Aug 15, 2023
Lisa Marie Presley, a famous person who had overwhelming pressure to be thin, died from weight loss surgery complications. The podcast explores the tragic deaths caused by fatphobia and diet culture. It discusses intergenerational trauma, extreme diets, struggles of celebrities with restrictive eating disorders, and the harmful effects of fatphobia. It also touches on the diet and health issues of some individuals and mentions historical figures affected by fatphobia.
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  • Lisa Marie Presley's death was caused by complications from weight loss surgery, highlighting the risks associated with bariatric procedures.
  • The podcast episode exposes the damaging effects of fat phobia and societal pressures, emphasizing the need for body positivity and mental well-being.

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Lisa Marie Presley Died from Complications of Weight Loss Surgery

Lisa Marie Presley's autopsy revealed that her death was due to complications from weight loss surgery she had undergone years before. The surgery caused a small bowel obstruction, a known long-term complication of bariatric surgery. In her case, the obstruction was caused by scar tissue from the surgery. She experienced symptoms such as abdominal pain, feverishness, nausea, and vomiting leading up to her death. While she had oxycodone and other medications in her system, they were not a contributing factor to her death.

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