kdramirez

Just like the others posting here, I would like to know some more details on the LapBand, especially the "down" sides.  I have been a Type I Diabetic for over 44 years now.  My weight has just stopped coming off, no matter what I do.  I exercise several times a week and try and watch what I eat . . . most times.  But it just stays stuck!  I've been on an insulin pump for about 8 years now, and earlier last year, tried a continuous glucose sensor.  I test my blood sugars 6-8 times a day.I'm starting to hear . .  .and "feel" . . . more stories about heart disease, strokes, etc. for diabetics.  For the first time in my life, I have had to start on Cholestral medication ~ even with my inordinately extreme amount of "good guy" HDLs.  I need some help in losing weight and have just found out about Lap Bands . . .but still concerned how they work with Diabetes ~ especially low blood sugars if you are not eating as much.  And after awhile, do they stop working?Thanks for any help you can supply me.