Gastric Bypass

[Razzmatazz13]

Both of them have done every diet/exercise program in the history of ever (well, maybe not tapeworms) and have failed. Both have done every diabetic food plan/group/whatever, and failed. They can't keep their sugars under control...their bodies just don't work right, and they're beginning to lose control of important stuff because of it (my mom is facing kidney failure, her eyes are starting to worsen very quickly, and she's losing feeling in her feet.) I was very worried about them taking this route at the beginning, but having gone through some of the meetings/doctor appointments, and having read the info and research that my mom went through, I think it's the best choice for her long-term. It will be very hard, but since she's already beginning to live and eat the way she will have to after the surgery is done (keep in mind, she's not having hers until july) I think she'll be able to do this successfully, it's not an "elective" surgery for them.

PS I'm not trying to pick on/shame anyone who's commented...just trying to clarify our situation, because I know I was the most skeptical of anyone when they started discussing this idea. It is a dangerous surgery that is usually only mentioned for dire situations on the news and stuff.

And thank you all for your well wishes