Bariatric Surgery and Type 2 Diabetes: Can Surgery Reverse It?

  1. How Bariatric Surgery Affects Blood Sugar Levels
    Bariatric surgery, particularly gastric bypass, alters the digestive system, leading to improved insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugar levels. The rapid weight loss post-surgery also contributes to stabilizing blood glucose.
  2. Reversing Type 2 Diabetes: What the Research Says
    Studies show that bariatric surgery can lead to remission of type 2 diabetes in many patients, often within weeks of the procedure, especially for those diagnosed within the past few years.
  3. Post-Surgery Medication Adjustments
    After surgery, patients often require less diabetes medication or insulin. Regular monitoring is crucial, as some may even stop medication altogether.
  4. Long-Term Diabetes Management After Weight Loss
    While bariatric surgery offers dramatic improvements, long-term success in diabetes remission depends on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular check-ups, and ongoing monitoring of blood sugar levels.

Bariatric surgery at İzmir Bariatrics offers a promising solution for those looking to improve or reverse type 2 diabetes while benefiting from personalized care and expert guidance.

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