Question:
Severe Asthma and Insulin Dependent Diabetes

Has any one with these conditions had the RNY? I am concerned that having both these conditions will make me a less desirable candidate for surgery. Thanks, Kathy    — Kathy W. (posted on May 1, 1999)

April 30, 1999
FROM ALL THE RESEARCH I HAVE DONE RNY SURG. IS SUPPOSED TO HELP YOU IN BOTH OF THESE CASES AND I THINK IT MAKES YOUR SURGERY EVEN MORE NEEDED.
   — [Anonymous]

April 30, 1999
diabetes was the REASON I had the surgery, I am completly off insulin and meds since losing 65 lbs......
   — JAN C.

April 30, 1999
Do you realize that with the right procedure, you might actually GET RID OF these? I had severe sleep apnea, mild asthma and 2 diabetic parents. I still have the parents, but all else is HISTORY! Scary, I know. BUt as long as your doc knows your condition, he will take the proper steps to protect you. Good luck!
   — vitalady

May 12, 1999
I did not have diabetes but I have had asthma all my life. I had no problems and in fact have greatly improved with my asthma. I am from Houston and I had VBG not RNY.
   — Donna D.

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