Type 2 Diabetes - Surgery
Weight-loss surgery
If you
have type 2 diabetes and a body mass index (BMI) greater than 35
,
weight loss surgery may help you lose weight and
improve your type 2 diabetes control.1
Studies show that the large weight loss provided by stomach surgery (bariatric surgery) improves blood sugar control in people who are very overweight.1 Review the types of weight-loss surgeries:
Surgery for diabetes complications
Some complications from type 2 diabetes may need surgical treatment. For example:
- Surgery to remove the vitreous gel (vitrectomy) may be needed for diabetic retinopathy
. - Foot problems caused by diabetic neuropathy may lead to a need for amputation.
-
Cardiovascular
problems may require heart surgery.
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Type 2 Diabetes Topics
Is This Normal? Get the Facts Fast!
Answer:
0-69
70-130
131+
Your level is currently
If the level is below 70 and you are experiencing symptoms such as shaking, sweating or difficulty thinking, you will need to raise the number immediately. A quick solution is to eat a few pieces of hard candy or 1 tablespoon of sugar or honey. Recheck your numbers again in 15 minutes to see if the number has gone up. If not, repeat the steps above or call your doctor.
People who experience hypoglycemia several times in a week should call their health care provider. It's important to monitor your levels each day so you can make sure your numbers are within the range. If you are pregnant always consult with your health care provider.
Congratulations on taking steps to manage your health.
However, it's important to continue to track your numbers so that you can make lifestyle changes if needed. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
Your level is high if this reading was taken before eating. Aim for 70-130 before meals and less than 180 two hours after meals.
Even if your number is high, it's not too late for you to take control of your health and lower your blood sugar.
One of the first steps is to monitor your levels each day. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
Did You Know Your Lifestyle Choices
Affect Your Blood Sugar?
Use the Blood Glucose Tracker to monitor
how well you manage your blood sugar over time.
This tool is not intended for women who are pregnant.
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