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  1. Hammer1964

    Metformin

    I have been on Metformin for 6 days (still only 1 tablet) and I have stomach cramps, nausea, loss of appetite, swollen ankles and bs in double figures and this tablet is meant to be helping me, feel like giving up!
  2. Hammer1964

    New Meds’

    I have been back to my surgery today as I have been having a hypo a day for 5 days now. The nurse wants me to come off Gliclazide 40mg and go on Metformin starting off with 2 tablets a day and building up to 4 a day. My last HbA1c was on 12/10/17 and was 37. Am I wrong in thinking do I need this...
  3. Hammer1964

    What’s for dinner?

    Tried Fathead Pizza tonight - a bit sweet for me but not that bad.
  4. Hammer1964

    New medication.

    I went back to the doctors today following blood tests last week. HbA1c has gone down to 37. But he has put my blood pressure tablet (Amlodipine up to 10mg and a statin Artorvastatin 40mg once a day) Not sure how I feel about the statin as I have read so many conflicting reports but on the plus...
  5. Hammer1964

    HbA1c Test

    I was diagnosed in April of this year with Type 2 and a HbA1c of 78, in June it had gone down to. HbA1c 44 and then October 12th a HbA1c 37. Feeling quite acomplished on the diabetic front, just need to sort out my cholesterol, my doctor thinks statins is the only way forward but I am not keen...
  6. Hammer1964

    Type 2 Cholesterol Test

    Hi, I am after some advice, I was diagnosed in April 17 with T2 and a HbA1c of 78. After 3 months I managed to get that down to HbA1c 44with the help of 80mg a day of Gliclazide and then being reduced to 40mg a day. I am interested in how to read my cholesterol test, as 18 months ago my doctor...
  7. Hammer1964

    3 month check up

    Hi, I have been back to the doctors today for a diabetic check up as two weeks ago my HbA1c was 44. DN has decided to keep me on Gliclazide 40mg for the next six months (unless things change) as she is very happy with my levels but I have been diagnosed with Bursitis (inflammation of hip joint)...
  8. Hammer1964

    HbA1c Result

    OMG I am so happy, just reviewed my results on line (did not think they would be back until tomorrow) and my HbA1c is 44. Three months ago it was 78. Obviously Gliclazide 40gm a day has a lot to do with it but also change of diet and a little determination. [emoji4][emoji4][emoji4]
  9. Hammer1964

    Online results

    I have finally managed to view my results online from my surgery and I am not a happy bunny! In May 2016 my HbA1c was 54, the result was listed as satisfactory and the action is - nothing further needed. If something had been done then would I be registering 11 months later in April with a HbA1c...
  10. Hammer1964

    Type 2 Aches & Pains

    Hi, I have been diagnosed T2 for 11 weeks now and today for the first time since diagnosis I have woken up with pain in my joints, namely knees, hips, fingers and back, is this a symptom of T2 or am I just old and played way too much badminton up to about 5 years ago?
  11. Hammer1964

    Dinner time

    Having this for dinner on a hot Saturday evening just about hit the spot, it was lovely!
  12. Hammer1964

    Type 2 Change of medication.

    Hi, I was diagnosed 10 weeks ago as T2 and was put on Gliclazide 80mg a day. HbA1c was 78, after two months HbA1c was down to 60 and I had a few hypos so Gliclazide was reduced to 40mg a day and I have another blood test at the end of June. The DN has said she may then want to change my...
  13. Hammer1964

    Medication reduced

    I had an appointment today with DN, she thinks along with my Gliclazide 80mg once a day I am managing my diabetes too well - ok, so she has halved the Meds to 40mg as also a bit concerned about the couple of hypos I have had in the same week. She thinks that as I have been testing below 5 mmol...
  14. Hammer1964

    Testing

    Hi, I have been to my doctors today for a prescription of gliclazide (have just finished 28 days since diagnosis) and he has told me to put my test meter away in a very safe place and forget about it. I have been testing before and after breakfast and dinner. He also said that as my levels have...
  15. Hammer1964

    Low carb vs doctor

    Hi, I was diagnosed three weeks ago with Type 2. My mmol was 22 and I was put on meds straight away. When I went back after a week I mentioned the low carb eating plan and my nurse said oh no eat normally so we know your meds are working. At the time that made sense as my brain was not in my...
  16. Hammer1964

    Bad Day

    Had a 'challenging' day at school, came home really cold and kinda of stepped of the wagon - cup of coffee, two chocolate biscuits and a slice of gingerbread cake - oops! Now cooking a much healthier dinner of mushroom omelette and salad. [emoji56]
  17. Hammer1964

    Holidays abroad

    Hi everyone, I have recently been diagnosed with type 2 and my question is ... in the summer I am flying to New York (husband's 50th) and also to Kos (daughter's 21st). Has anyone taken their testing meter in hand luggage and have you had any problems or do you need a letter from your doctor. Thanks
  18. Hammer1964

    Newly Diagnosed

    Hi all, I was diagnosed yesterday as Type 2 and I am taking Gliclazide 80mg, also diagnosed with high blood pressure and possibly cholesterol so am feeling a little overwhelmed at the moment. [emoji46]