Type 2 Diabetes Surgery

type 2 diabetes surgery

The cause of this disease, also known as diabetes or diabetes, may be a sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy diet, or it may be based on genetic factors. Since the insulin status is different in type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes, the suitability for surgery also varies. Only type 2 diabetic patients can have the surgery. There is no insulin production in type 1 diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, insulin is produced but cannot be used. For this reason, blood sugar is always high. Therefore, tissue and organ damage may occur. After this information, let's move on to information about what type 2 diabetes is, the symptoms of type 2 diabetes and the post-operative process.

What is Type 2 Diabetes Surgery?

Type 2 diabetes surgery It allows the reuse of existing but unusable insulin administered to type 2 diabetic patients. High blood sugar levels reach normal levels after surgery. 

In type 2 diabetes patients, if the disease cannot be controlled despite attempts to be treated with medication and if it causes tissue and organ damage in the body, surgery must be resorted to. Additionally, people with obesity problems due to type 2 diabetes can also undergo this surgery.

In the operation performed laparoscopically, half of the stomach is removed and the location of the small intestines is changed. In this way, the pancreas is warned to secrete insulin and the insulin level returns to normal. The patient gets rid of both type 2 diabetes and the resulting obesity. 

Symptoms and Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes

Symptoms of diabetes generally do not vary depending on the type. Both type 1 diabetes both in patients and type 2 diabetes symptoms is similar. However, the rate of development varies depending on the type of diabetes. Since the development is rapid in type 1 diabetes patients, the symptoms are easy to notice. In type 2 diabetes patients, the symptoms may appear with very little effect because the disease progresses insidiously. The diagnosis of the disease is usually made as a result of a visit to the doctor based on symptoms or during the investigation of other diseases. The presence of diabetes can be proven with blood count, urine test and hormone tests. A specialist doctor can diagnose type 2 diabetes with a brief physical examination.

Symptoms of type 2 diabetes include:

  • Patients feel thirsty regardless of exertion. Lips and mouth are constantly dry.
  • A high feeling of thirst also increases water consumption. Due to water consumption, the patient urinates very frequently. There is also fluid excretion from the body, independent of water consumption.
  • The imbalance in the feeling of hunger and the constant feeling of hunger are among the clearest symptoms. This symptom occurs due to insulin dysfunction creating a vicious circle.
  • Blurred vision occurs due to damage to the nerves and capillaries in the eye.
  • Constantly high blood sugar indicates that sugar cannot be used for energy. This causes the body's energy to be low. Diabetics are generally weak and tired.
  • Tissue damage is increased in diabetic patients. In addition, repair of damaged tissues takes a long time. It is possible to encounter wounds that do not heal on the skin surface.
  • When blood sugar increases excessively, the kidneys try to excrete sugar. Accordingly, findings of sugar in the patient's urine may be encountered.
  • The first harm of diabetes is to the feet. Nerve cells and vessels in the foot are damaged. As a result, sensations such as tingling, warming and itching occur.
  • Patients with type 2 diabetes constantly itch in irrelevant areas for no reason.
    The risk of developing infection in the body increases.

These are the symptoms of the disease. While all symptoms can be seen, some may also be visible. This is completely related to the development process of type 2 diabetes.

Who Can Have Type 2 Diabetes Surgery?

Type 2 diabetes surgery The reason why there are only type 2 patients is that they have insulin in their bodies. With the surgery, the existing insulin becomes usable and diabetes is eliminated. Type 1 diabetic patients do not have any insulin. Therefore, surgery is not possible for them. 

In patients who will undergo type 2 diabetes surgery, the patient's course of this disease is examined before deciding on the operation. If the patient has received diet and medication treatment, but his diabetes has progressed and started to cause tissue and organ damage, and the disease cannot be kept under control in any way, the only remaining method is surgical intervention. 

What Risks Are There in Type 2 Diabetes Surgery?

The risks in type 2 diabetes surgery are the same as in other ordinary digestive system surgeries. Infection, bleeding, clot, leakage or anesthesia-related reactions may occur, although with a low probability. In order to minimize possible risks, the patient's health condition should be carefully evaluated before surgery. It should be investigated whether there is an allergy to anesthesia or if there is a condition that may prevent surgery. 

What is the Process After Type 2 Diabetes Surgery?

With type 2 diabetes surgery, the patient whose insulin is secreted again and whose blood sugar returns to normal levels will not be as hungry as before and will experience loss of appetite. Over time, this situation will come under control and the patient's nutrition will return to a healthy routine. The patient who has had type 2 diabetes surgery should take care to consume plenty of water after the operation. It is especially important for the patient who becomes weak after loss of appetite to drink enough fluids. The patient's nutritional status should be under the control of the physician for about 6 months after the surgery. In addition, the status of pre-existing conditions related to diabetes (high blood pressure, cholesterol, organ damage, etc.) should also be monitored. 

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