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I got sleeved on Dec 21, within 4 days my sugar levels were under control with half the original medication (Metformin). Now after 20 days, my sugar was in full control without any medication at all, the first time in 5 years. I am careful though and check it with my glucometer at least thrice a day. Of course, I do exercise and walk for about 3 miles every day. Getting rid of diabetes medication is the best thing that is happening post-sleeve as my weight loss is slow.:smile:

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That is fantastic! My Mom was a severe diabetic and I am afraid if I stay on the track I am on I will become one too. I have an appointment on February 11th for my surgical consultation. I cannot wait!

How was you pain level after surgery? How are you doing with cravings? Do you feel full all the time?

Margo

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That is fantastic! My Mom was a severe diabetic and I am afraid if I stay on the track I am on I will become one too. I have an appointment on February 11th for my surgical consultation. I cannot wait!

How was you pain level after surgery? How are you doing with cravings? Do you feel full all the time?

Margo

I was on very mild pain killers from day 2. Very tolerable, like a tummy ache actually. There is no "space" for cravings, feel full with just small portions. I am consuming about 800 cals/day, mostly protien shakes. Less of carbs. Plenty of walking and Water. All the best to you Margo.

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Congratulations! You must be very happy!!

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Hooray for you! There is more great stuff to come!

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COngratulations Nagaraj!!!!

And I love that you say THRICE!!! I once said that and everyone looked at me like what the hell does that mean. Ah- British school..... :(

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Thanks everyone it feels good not to take pre or post meal medications, a big relief indeed. And yes, Coopersmama you are right - British school in a former British colony !!

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I got sleeved on Dec 21, within 4 days my sugar levels were under control with half the original medication (Metformin). Now after 20 days, my sugar was in full control without any medication at all, the first time in 5 years. I am careful though and check it with my glucometer at least thrice a day. Of course, I do exercise and walk for about 3 miles every day. Getting rid of diabetes medication is the best thing that is happening post-sleeve as my weight loss is slow.:thumbup1:

Oh you do not know how glad I was to come across this thread. I have type II diabetes. I have had it for 16 years - medication controlled. I take minidiab, actos, and metaformin. I sure hope this surgery has the same effect on me. WTG and good luck in all you do...thanks for sharing.

Rob

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