My labs came back and my fasting blood sugar was 275 didn't know I had problems... Now I have to get my sugar under control to have my surgery that is scheduled on June 18th... I have been put on insulin but did anyone else have this problem and what did you do to get it down?

Good Morning DanBar!

Yes, I have been on diabetes medicines for over a year now and have been told that I need to get my sugar levels under control before I can get the surgery. I have used insulin but am now on a series of drugs including Byetta and metformin. The best way to get the levels down is to be sure to take the insulin and begin to watch your carb intake. That means controling your use of sugar, breads, Pasta and other carb laden foods. Also, start some exercise, like walking, as this will also lower your levels. This should not mean that you cannot have the surgery, but they do want to make sure that your system can handle the surgery. Also, by beginning a new life style, you will be prepared for the new way of eating when you do have the band. Protein is your friend, carbs, not so much. It is scary when you first hear that you have high blood sugar, but it is controllable and is the main reason that I am looking to be banded. Good luck!

Elgrad