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Topic: RE: Insulin Dependent?
I am so glad to hear that I am not the only one with blood sugar problems. My endocrinologist had to re-introduce insulin to me because my numbers got explosively high, sometimes at 400 or more. The downside is that I have picked up a few pounds because insulin makes me gain. I am beginning to use less insulin and my weight loss is improving, though. More exercise helps.
Linda K 
Topic: RE: 6 months out, normal blood sugars
That's awesome, Joanna. It's got to be great not having to take anything anymore. Has your doctor said if you still have the Type 2 or not? Just curious.
Topic: RE: decrease in insulin
That's great news, Melanie! It gives me so much hope to get off my insulin. I'm only using 30 units, but am so tied of sticking myself every night.
Topic: RE: Bypass or Lap Band - Type 2 Diabetes
Dr. Macik does not do the DS. No suprise that he would not recommend it. The Buick dealer will not tell you about a Lexus, etc.
I had a DS laparoscopically and I have just 5 incisions which have faded beautifully. To find a list of vetted DS surgeons, visit www.dsfacts.com.
Nope, the DS is NOT more dangerous. Has the same mortality as RNY. The DS actually preserves the pyloric valve of your stomach, unlike the RNY--it's a very big deal.
Nicolle
I had a DS laparoscopically and I have just 5 incisions which have faded beautifully. To find a list of vetted DS surgeons, visit www.dsfacts.com.
Nope, the DS is NOT more dangerous. Has the same mortality as RNY. The DS actually preserves the pyloric valve of your stomach, unlike the RNY--it's a very big deal.
Nicolle
I had the kick-butt duodenal switch (DS)!
HW: 344 lbs CW: 150 lbs
Type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea GONE!
Topic: RE: decrease in insulin
Wow! That's really amazing. Congrats.
Jenn
Type 1 diabetic, 26 years
With great power (the DS!) comes great responsibility.
Topic: RE: Should I try Metformin
byetta really curves my appitite, i dropped some weight but i'm taking it to get control of my levels primarily not for weight.
Topic: decrease in insulin
i am two weeks out from lap band and have dropped my insulin from over 100 units to around 40 a day. I didn't expect it to happen so fast.
Surgery 2/3/10 Weight 207
Current 165
Goal 140
Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt-
Current 165
Goal 140
Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt-
Topic: RE: teens and diabetes
I have Type 1 diabetes and I have ever since I was 10.
Surgery 2/3/10 Weight 207
Current 165
Goal 140
Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt-
Current 165
Goal 140
Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt-
Topic: RE: Should I try Metformin
Did the Byetta help you lose any weight?
Surgery 2/3/10 Weight 207
Current 165
Goal 140
Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt-
Current 165
Goal 140
Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt-
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on 2/11/10 4:37 am - Woodbridge, VA
on 2/11/10 4:37 am - Woodbridge, VA
Topic: RE: A little fustrated.
For starters, be patient. Second, the band rarely puts diabetes into remission because it does not inflict any sort of metabolic change since there is no malabsorption. Third, be patient again - your body is healing from a SURGERY, and any stress on the body can cause glucose levels to elevate. Are you taking readings other than just fasting? How are your post-prandials (even if only after something like a protein shake)?
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