Diabetes

[hrhdiana 18]

Just got lab results and surgeon says I'm diabetic and this will affect my surgery date!!! Freaking out!! Does this mean I'll get a sooner date or later??

[Rem 87]

I don't really see how it would effect it...

[SoccerMomma73 1,867]

Depends on how bad your glucose is. If it is really out of whack they will want it better controlled for the surgery to minimize the risk of complications. Most surgeons want your a1c (3 month glucose average) close to normal (good control is 6.5, for an elective surgery most want you under 7.0-7.5, less surgical complications and better post-op healing). I know it's a frustration but if not does push you back try to use it as more time to learn and prepare yourself. Hopefully it's not too bad and won't be a huge deal: good luck!!!!

[hrhdiana 18]

Fasting was 124

[DLCoggin 1,788]

124 is likely your fasting blood sugar level, not your A1c which is a different thing altogether and much more important in terms of your surgery. I would go back to your surgeon and get the details. To tell you that your diabetes will affect your surgery without discussing what you need to do and at least some idea of a timeline is pretty insensitive.

Get the facts and stay positive. Whatever it takes, it will be worth it in the long run. You're gonna love the new you!!

[hrhdiana 18]

Thanks everyone!! I just got my tentative surgery date!! August 6th!! As long as my GI appt goes well I'm in : )

[shershrinking 53]

Depends on how bad your glucose is. If it is really out of whack they will want it better controlled for the surgery to minimize the risk of complications. Most surgeons want your a1c (3 month glucose average) close to normal (good control is 6.5' date=' for an elective surgery most want you under 7.0-7.5, less surgical complications and better post-op healing). I know it's a frustration but if not does push you back try to use it as more time to learn and prepare yourself. Hopefully it's not too bad and won't be a huge deal: good luck!!!![/quote']

Ohh Man! I better quit screwing around and get back on the diet.