Bariatric

Insulin Resistance

Metabolic evaluation for insulin resistance, prediabetes, and obesity-related glucose problems.

What is Insulin Resistance?

Have you been told your blood sugar or insulin levels are abnormal? Insulin Resistance is a bariatric condition that should be evaluated by a bariatric provider.

Insulin resistance happens when the body’s cells do not respond normally to insulin, making it harder to control blood sugar. It is commonly associated with obesity, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes risk.

Common Symptoms

• Often no obvious symptoms early on
• Elevated blood sugar or insulin on lab work
• Weight gain centered around the abdomen
• Fatigue or increased hunger in some patients
• May occur with prediabetes or PCOS

When to see a Bariatric provider

You should see a specialist if you have prediabetes, abnormal glucose testing, rapid weight gain, PCOS, or concern for metabolic syndrome.

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

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Causes and Risk Factors

Insulin resistance is linked to excess body fat, especially abdominal fat, genetics, inactivity, sleep disorders, and hormonal or metabolic conditions.

Diagnosis and Tests

Evaluation may include blood glucose testing, hemoglobin A1c, metabolic labs, weight assessment, and screening for related conditions.

Treatment Options

Treatment may include weight loss, nutrition changes, exercise, medications when appropriate, and bariatric interventions in selected patients.

Bariatric

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