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I had gastric sleeve surgery in may 2013, i've lost 90 lbs, my fasting blood sugar average is 90 since the surgery. i'm i doing ok?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Terrific: What you are reporting sounds very good! congrats.

Dr Pizzo and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/14/2013

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Thank

Yes: That sounds great but of course you should see your doctor and not take the word of a doc here who can't see you. Good luck.

Dr Mele agreed

Answered 9/16/2015

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