Ickihun
Not making decisions for you. However, with the medical conditions you describe I think drastic action is required. This to me suggests surgery is the best option. I am sure you will be successful whatever you decide.
Absolutely agree. Stopping smoking is better for you than all of the other dietary recommendations we spend so much time debating put together.
Speaking as an ex-smoker.......
I think douglas may have posted the same thing, just with less words;)
I think most of the posters on this forum understand that there is no one size fit all solution to our T2.