I have a question for anyone with type 2 diabetes and the lap band.... Since being banded and losing weight have you been able to control your blood sugars with diet & exercise alone and no more oral medications?? I heard that gastic bypass can resolve diabetes in a high percentage of patients because of the mechanical changes made in the anatomy causing hormonal changes in the stomach. I was just wondering if you can get the same result with the lap band.
Thank you

Pier13,
I am proud to say I was able to get off 2 shots and 5 pills for my type 2 in 3 months after banding!!

edie

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thank you for your response and glad to hear your off you meds :)

I will be banded on August 27. I am type 2 and they said that a good percentage of people can get off their meds.

My nightime injections have been cut in half and I don't need my before meal injections anymore. As for my pills, I haven't seen my doctor or had labs since being banded. I am hopeful though.

that is very encouraging to hear. Thank you for your responses!!