Re: Help! Potential LADA, struggling to get a clear diagnosi
There are a few lesser-known indicators of LADA; firstly, most LADAs do not have the other metabolic conditions that are indicative of Type 2 (high blood pressure and high cholestorol). So, if you are slim, no history of diabetes in the family, white and under 45 (or Asian under 25) and you lack the other metabolic conditions, you are probably LADA. Secondly, LADA in its early stages is characterised by pretty good fasting levels (because your basal insulin is usually still working), but shocking spikes after meals (because the first phase insulin is missing). So, even very small amounts of carb make most of us LADAs spike into double figures. For example, a Rich Tea biscuit will take me from 5 ish to 10ish - and don't even get me started on a slice of toast :lol:
Smidge