Hi All, New To Forums, This Is My First Post...pre-Diabetic

[stinker 36]

Hi there, I have been lurking and reading posts for a couple of weeks, in preparation for making a final decision to have VSG. I am 43, mother of two, working full-time, BMI = 35, pre-diabetic. My current weight is 214, and this has varied up and down about 20 pounds over the past 4 years (since my son was born). My grandmother died from diabetes related complications, my mother is insulin-dependent, and I desperately want to avoid that path. My main reason for considering surgery is for the potential benefit for blood sugar management and insulin control, though I know weight loss will help my health as well. I would be particularly interested in feedback from others who have had diabetes remission following surgery, or how surgery has affected those diagnosed with insulin resistance. I would also welcome feedback on surgeons in Baton Rouge, although I like the one I met with already (Dr. Bellanger). Thanks! Stinker

[*susan* 1,709]

Hi Stinker, welcome to VST! We are so glad to have you join us here. My grandmother was diabetic and passed from complications as well. When I was diagnosed as borderline diabetic, that is when I decided I need to do something. I want to be around to see my kids get married, have grandkids and all the wonderful things there are to enjoy in life. That is when I made my decision to have weight loss surgery as well, and have never once regretted it. As for my health, I am no longer pre-diabetic and my doctor says I am extremely healthy!

[Pookeyism 1,143]

I had well-controlled type 2 pre-surgery, and about 10 weeks after surgery I was told that I could consider myself in complete remission. A1c has been below 5 since 2 months after surgery. I still test 3x a day and make a calender weelky to make sure I am varying the time of day I test - NEVER over 110, even after waking up....pineapple juice spiked me 12 points from 82 to 94...

no meds, no shots, just testing to play it safe (I HAVE caught a few lows, so I keep my meter relatively near)

[stinker 36]

Pookeyism, that is such an amazing story, and so appreciated! The idea of reducing my risk of developing diabetes is huge for me...Stinker