Hi Terry,

Wow, you are so lucky that you didn't have to do any pre-op dieting. I've been getting barely any carbs since May, fell off the wagon a few times, but got right back on. I was scheduled to have surgery this coming October 6th and just was told this morning because I didn't comply to the 30 day pre-op diet of 30g carb/day that I would have to reschedule. I live in FL and just went through Irma this past weekend and yes, my nerves and hunger got to me because my adrenaline was pumping. I went to my apt this morning and told them that I had had ice cream and some bread, they cancelled me on the spot! I was devastated! I don't think anyone really understands what it's like to be a type 1. Sure, I can reschedule for next month but juggling my work and family schedule is going to be so difficult.

I'm so glad that you wrote on here. I'm always looking for other Type I's who "get it". Just wish there were more.

Hi. Have you had your surgery yet? I'm really struggling with losing the weight before surgery. Doing lots of protein, but just can't stop the hunger and cravings for carbs. I'm 46 and have been Type 1 since I was 12.