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Hi, Well went for my three month check up yesterday (diagnosed T2 back in May 10) and Nurse has taken me off Metformin. I may have mentioned in the past that the day I was diagnosed the GP put me straight on Metformin with no negotiation into trying diet etc, just 'take this medication...

Metformin and dry mouth Hi, Started my Metformin over a week ago and up to know no dreaded stomach problems to report (hope not tempting fate here..??). Anyway, the only real side effect I have developed in the last few days is a very dry mouth / throat which is causing me to drink more than...

Hi, Welcome to those who have just been diagnosed (I was last Wednesday). The first thing I suppose is that we all have a massive 'knee Jurk Reaction' and panic like mad over the diagnosis. But when you read some of the forum information you will see its all about being sensible with your diet...

Thanks everyone for the replies, Clearly as I am new to all this, there seems to be many whom follow the diet route as against the medication option. As some of you have said, and after further research my numbers are not way off the scale and in particualr the important factor of the HBA1...

Hi thanks for th replys, Was just slightly concerned that the med route should be considered so soon ans with relitivey on the edge readings. I have no problem with taking the GP's advice but as with many health situations medication may not always be the best first course of action. Yes, I...

Back from docs today after two fasting blood test over a week both reading 6.9 and 7.1 respectively. However my HB1 was just 5.5. The doctor has put me straight on medication 'Metaformin' without any further thought, or consultation over diet etc. His comment was...well your Diabetic and I...