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  1. Alan22

    Working in a very warm office

    Hi i have a question - i work in an office and it is always so warm. I sweat so much and feel tired. Would this have any affect on my blood sugars?
  2. Alan22

    Bydureon

    Hi Does anybody use bydureon by injecting once a week? Has anyone had any issues or can give any information would be very much appreciated
  3. Alan22

    Carbs

    What is the number of carbs that is considered to be low?
  4. Alan22

    Advice for testing

    Hi, I am Type 2 and will soon start testing my own BS levels. I have gone back to the gym after a bit of a lay off due to pulmonary embolisms in the lungs. Do I need to test before and/or after being at the gym. My current program is for cardio which I do 3 times a week. Also should I eat a...
  5. Alan22

    Meters and strips

    Hi. Can anyone supply information as to were I can buy a meter and the strips please? And when I would test like when I get up and before bed? Test after everything I eat even if it's a piece of fruit? How do you tell if your bloods are ok if you have a casserole? Such as a turkey mince with...
  6. Alan22

    Waking up

    Hi Does anyone else wake up feeling extremely tired even though you have had a good nights sleep. I woke up Thursday felt like absolute s###. Tired for the rest of the day. And Friday I got up feeling tired again went to the foot doctor and went on to my volunteer group. I got home...
  7. Alan22

    Easy recipes

    Hi Has anyone got any easy to make recipes such as Chilli con carne or Shepard pie etc. Either in a slow cooker or on the oven. Also, any ideas for lunches to take too work simple easy things All ideas much appreciated Alan
  8. Alan22

    Pulmonary embolism and diabetes

    Hi I have recently been diagnosed with blood clots on the lungs and was wondering if being type 2 would put me at a bigger risk? I have asked a doctor at the hospital and zeal told "it might do". Anyone got any ideas or thoughts they would be appreciated. Thanks Alan
  9. Alan22

    Blood clots in the lungs

    Hi I learnt at the weekend that I had blood clots in both lungs. Has any else been diagnosed with this and how do you cope?
  10. Alan22

    Card carrying

    Hi Does anyone know if there is a card I can carry to state I'm a type 2 diabetic and what meds I am on. I have just come out off hospital for blood clots on both lungs. I have been told to carry a card with my details on ie name address telephone number next of kin etc. So I was wondering if...
  11. Alan22

    Bronchitis

    Hi Has anyone else suffered with acute bronchitis? Did it disappear after a course of tablets? Did it come back? Can I still go to the gym? I was in terrible pain on Monday and went to the hospital. And I was told I had bronchitis. Just wondered if anyone else had suffered with this...
  12. Alan22

    Blood clots

    Hi In the past week my right calf area has been giving me some pain. At first it came and went but by Thursday/Friday my calf had swollen up and was 1 inch bigger than the other and was very warm to touch. So on Saturday I went to a walk in clinic who referred me to the A&E. Blood tests was...
  13. Alan22

    Yoga

    I was wondering if anyone did yoga and does it help diabetics.?
  14. Alan22

    Sleeping

    Can anyone provide any information regarding sleeping. Does the pillow make any difference to how you sleep or the type of materials of bedding such as Egyptian cotton?
  15. Alan22

    Metformin

    Hi, I have ran out off Metformin (2 tablets Friday evening, 2 Sat morning 2 Sat evening and the same on Sunday. I have been on Metformin since the end of January and have been on 2 twice a day for around 2 and half weeks. I will be getting my new tablets tomorrow. Would this effect my...
  16. Alan22

    Blood meters and strips

    Hi all, Has anyone got any information on where I can get a blood meter and strips so I can test my blood? All information is welcomed
  17. Alan22

    Feet

    Hi Has anybody had sharp throbbing pains around the small toe area but on top of the foot. I was kept awake with such a sharp throbbing pain whilst lying in bed. I am now getting a pins and needle feeling in my foot when I walk or I am sat down. Has anyone had this problem or knows if it's...
  18. Alan22

    Help and info

    Hi, In June I will be taking part in a walk up Snowdon via the Pyg Track and down the Miners Path. I am after any information such as - how much water to take and should I take any energy drinks (Lucozade )and types of food. Should a chocolate bar be taken? Any information would be gratefully...
  19. Alan22

    justgiving and local sponsorship

    Hi, I was wondering if anyone else had any problems sponsorship money problems? My situation is this- I work as a volunteer for North Staffs voluntary Group and I am taking part in a walk and looking to raise money for the group that I volunteer with through justgiving. But as my local...
  20. Alan22

    BG levels

    Hi, I was hoping someone can help with a few questions? I am Type 2 - diet and exercise only I have losed a stone and a half. I have read articles that state blood sugar levels are high in the morning and that eating breakfast helps control blood sugar levels. If my levels are high in the...