Question:
Is it dangerous to have this surgery if you are hypoglycemic ?

   — [Anonymous] (posted on March 8, 2001)

March 9, 2001
When I had diabetes (pre-op), I frequently had hypoglycemic occurences. My internist told me that hypoglycemia was first cousin to hyperglycemia, both caused by uncontrolled insulin levels. Since surgery, I haven't needed any meds for diabetes, my blood sugars are completely normal (not too high OR too low), I can eat desserts with abandon (I had a DS, not a RNY, so dumping isn't a danger for me) and so on. So, it's possible WLs may help your hypoglycemia. Talk to your internist. If losing weight will help your condition, then WLS could be the solution for you. That's something that only you and your internist can determine. If sugar intake is a concern with the RNY, you should research the DS option (www.duodenalswitch.com) and see if it's right for you.
   — Duffy H.