Recent Content by djphoto

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    Type 2 Neuropathy pain control

    I haven't, but being borderline for needing a pacemaker I suspect I know the answer, but I'll ask.
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    Type 2 Neuropathy pain control

    Hi, I'll look at the Rebuilder. Gabapentin did not work for me, but my problem is in my arm and made worse by a trapped ulnar nerve. Thanks for your help!
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    Type 2 Neuropathy pain control

    Hi, Thanks for this. I'll ask about Carbamazepine, but the Lidocaine is out as I have a third degree heart block which is a definite no-no for it. Thanks for getting back to me! Hope all goes well for you.
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    Type 2 Neuropathy pain control

    Hi, Does anybody have any ideas for controlling my neuropathy pains. I am unable to take any normal painkillers due to being on them too long and getting an overuse headache, and I can't use a TENS machine due to my heart condition. It's driving me nuts, but can't think what to do and my GP is...
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    Breakfast

    I make an omelette in the time it take me to make a cup of tea. I have mushrooms ready prepped in a bowl in the fridge and so all I have to do in the mornings is throw the eggs in the pan and add the mushrooms. Simples!
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    Sugar levels and help after surgery.

    I recently had surgery under a general anesthetic, and before the op there was a vague mention that I might find my blood sugars raised slightly for a while as a side effect. I was given no advice on how to handle it, and no suggestion of any short term dietary advice or medication increase...
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    Coke zero as a treat

    I've been type 2 diabetic for ten years. The local tap water tastes like battery acid, and so I drink diet lemonade or ginger beer at the rate of about a two litre bottle a day. I've just had a full blood count done and everything is functioning beautifully. If there are any serious side...