I have been feeling very tired and thirsty recently so saw a locum GP who ordered blood tests. I had no call about results so I phoned and asked for a print out. The receptionist had to get permission from GP to print them for me.
The interesting and somewhat concerning result is that my HbAlc result is 42 mmol with a note under saying increased risk of diabetes, test annually.
In the past I have had investigations for passing out and it was decided that my blood sugar was very low and it always happened after a high carb meal. I was told it is called 'dumping'. I was recommended to eat 6 small meals a da yand it was left at that. I know that if I forget to eat I can become very irrational with shaking and dizziness and headaches.
I wondered if it would be sensible to go back to my GP and ask more about my HbAlc result or go ot alone and try to reduce carbs?. I have avoided all sugar for about 20 years. I don't eat sweet things other than fruit.I already avoid potatoes and eat sweet potatoes instead. I do eat wholemeal pasta and rice a few times a week. I gave up bread about 6 years ago. I do usually have a small glass of wine in the evening with my meal and often eat a banana each day. I will give up the glass of wine immediately!
Exercise is an issue as I have mobility issues but I began going to the gym and walking slowly for 5 minutes a couple of months ago. I manage around 2 sessions a week.
Any advice or explanation would be very welcome.
The interesting and somewhat concerning result is that my HbAlc result is 42 mmol with a note under saying increased risk of diabetes, test annually.
In the past I have had investigations for passing out and it was decided that my blood sugar was very low and it always happened after a high carb meal. I was told it is called 'dumping'. I was recommended to eat 6 small meals a da yand it was left at that. I know that if I forget to eat I can become very irrational with shaking and dizziness and headaches.
I wondered if it would be sensible to go back to my GP and ask more about my HbAlc result or go ot alone and try to reduce carbs?. I have avoided all sugar for about 20 years. I don't eat sweet things other than fruit.I already avoid potatoes and eat sweet potatoes instead. I do eat wholemeal pasta and rice a few times a week. I gave up bread about 6 years ago. I do usually have a small glass of wine in the evening with my meal and often eat a banana each day. I will give up the glass of wine immediately!
Exercise is an issue as I have mobility issues but I began going to the gym and walking slowly for 5 minutes a couple of months ago. I manage around 2 sessions a week.
Any advice or explanation would be very welcome.
