diabetes help

etbr · 09-12-2006, 11:33 AM

Are there anyone out there who can tell me how they made out after a lap band with their diabetes. I don't take insulin yet but very close to it. I need to know if lap band would help or should I look at RNY only.

findingme2 · 09-14-2006, 08:37 PM

Hi...my insulin need has been cut in half post banding plus I am off of Glucophage. Yes, the band will help with your diabetes because ANY weight loss will help!!! My primary has told me I will probably be able to eventually discontinue insulin all together and maybe just be on a low dose of one of the meds.

The biggest question is what is right for your life. The band was the only answer for me and after 2 months and 3 days post banding I am convinced more and more every day how right I was with my decision.

Good luck!!

Banded 7-11-06
Dr. N. Bertha
Dover-St. Clare's Hospital, NJ

**Jack** · 09-14-2006, 09:07 PM

I was on insulin shots twice daily for 15 years. I don't take any insulin at all now.

good luck....

edieparks · 09-14-2006, 09:39 PM

The band has helped me too. I was at 2 shots aday. Now since July 19 06 Ive just had to take about 7 shots all together. You will need to work with your doctor . Sounds like you were "borderline" so now you will be on the good side of the line.
edie