Question:
question for diabetics. . .

Are there any diabetics out there who, AFTER having this surgery, still needed to take medication or insulin? I am so hoping that I won't have to. I've read where many people no longer need their meds, but I'd like to know if there is a good percentage that still do. Thanks.    — Kathy S. (posted on September 11, 2002)

September 11, 2002
Hi Kathy... I am not diabetic but had worked with people with diabetes in my prev. position. A lot depends on your type of Diabetes. If you have had it for many years, since childhood for instance, chances are it will not deter your need for insulin but will in general make you healthier. If you have adult onset, chances are very good that with the diet change and weight loss you may be able to eliminate this. I know of MANY who have. But your Dr./Endocrinologist is the one who needs to monitor you, do your periodic HBA1Cs to see how you are fairing. My best to you.
   — AJC750

September 11, 2002
i have type 2 and was on 2 shots and 6 pills a day and onw nothing and i check my sugery almost every day it is within the normal range, i have lost 123 lbs since jan4th 2002
   — Mary H.

September 11, 2002
I am a diabetic and so is my husband. We both had open rny's in 2001. I have lost 105 lbs and he has lost 215 lbs. Before surgery I was giving myself 5 shots of insulin a day plus taking 3 glucophage and 2 tolazmide a day. He was taking 2 glucophage and 2 tolazmide a day. We both not take NOTHING!!!!!!!! Our sugar levels are normal. We both feel so much better. We hope you have the same wonderful results!!
   — RODEO CLOWNS S.

September 11, 2002
Hi Kathy, I had surgery Feb. 2001, at that time I was takeing 2 shots of insulin plus 5 glipizide and 4 glouphsage (can't spell it). I now chek my reading each morning and take 1 gilipizide if the reading is over 140. That happens about twice a week. I have not lost as much, to date, as many others only 80lbs. I'm not done yet - but I feel I could win the plateau award!
   — connie m