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[Chris Secker]

Well if that’s your numbers you have it pretty much almost there. Your aim is to have a rise of less than 2 2 hrs after eating, your return to 2 hrs before is excellent as your back to where you started.

But your start numbers are ever so slightly high so you can work on that by reducing carbs (not just sugars) further.

There are some links in my signature you may find helpful.
It’s a marathon not a sprint and take your time to learn and read through things. There’s a lot to get your head round. Do you know what your Hba1c was when you were diagnosed? If it’s just on the cusp of pre diabetic then you may not need to tweak it too much

It was 47,

 

[Chris Secker]

Just a small point on blood sugar readings. Our blood sugars fluctuate minute by minute, day by day. They are never the same at any given time, as there are so many factors that influence blood sugar levels,
; sleep; food choices and compositions; hormone levels; physical activity; stressors; signalling between your liver and your pancreas; the time of day, immune responses that we may not to be aware of, even temperature and our general sense of well being. It’s complicated. Decisions are made regarding how well out bodies handle blood sugars are taken over time, as patterns emerge, for a reason.

Whether you reach the medical threshold for diabetes is measured over a three month period. Then it is tested again 3 months later .This allows for blood sugar patterns to emerge over time.

Thank you so much

 

[lovinglife]

It was 47,

So that’s the top end of pre diabetes, your on the cusp of possibly T2 which starts at 48 so getting those numbers down would be beneficial.

Have they asked you to have a follow up test to confirm? That’s the usual way, and a second test would give you the latest info for you to work with

 

[Chris Secker]

So that’s the top end of pre diabetes, your on the cusp of possibly T2 which starts at 48 so getting those numbers down would be beneficial.

Have they asked you to have a follow up test to confirm? That’s the usual way, and a second test would give you the latest info for you to work with

I tried to get another blood test done 3 months after the 1st one and they refused and said i could ask for another in a year and not before!!!!! i wasnt impressed as getting this sorted sooner is going to be better.

 

[lovinglife]

I tried to get another blood test done 3 months after the 1st one and they refused and said i could ask for another in a year and not before!!!!! i wasnt impressed as getting this sorted sooner is going to be better.

I would try again if I were in your position

This from N.I.C.E. Guidelines

• If the person is asymptomatic, do not diagnose diabetes on the basis of a single abnormal HbA1c or plasma glucose result. Arrange repeat testing, preferably with the same test, to confirm the diagnosis. If the repeat test result is normal, arrange to monitor the person for the development of diabetes, the frequency depending on clinical judgement.

Link to the full guidelines

Diagnosis in adults | Diagnosis | Diabetes - type 2 | CKS | NICE

Diagnosis in adults, Diagnosis, Diabetes - type 2, CKS

cks.nice.org.uk

 

[Resurgam]

I tried to get another blood test done 3 months after the 1st one and they refused and said i could ask for another in a year and not before!!!!! i wasnt impressed as getting this sorted sooner is going to be better.

As you are testing your blood glucose now, that could assist in lowering both blood glucose and HbA1c.
I was diagnosed when following the GPs 'healthy diet' printout, having been encouraged to eat low fat high carb for decades. I just can't cope with that level of carbs and find that something very like Atkins is what gives the best results.
I avoid grain, potatoes and high starch veges, eat berries and not tropical high fructose fruits.
My start point was way into the diabetes range, but I have been classed as in remission for years now. I do feel so much better than when eating a 'healthy' diet.

 

[agylli]

I would try again if I were in your position

This from N.I.C.E. Guidelines

• If the person is asymptomatic, do not diagnose diabetes on the basis of a single abnormal HbA1c or plasma glucose result. Arrange repeat testing, preferably with the same test, to confirm the diagnosis. If the repeat test result is normal, arrange to monitor the person for the development of diabetes, the frequency depending on clinical judgement.

Link to the full guidelines

Diagnosis in adults | Diagnosis | Diabetes - type 2 | CKS | NICE

Diagnosis in adults, Diagnosis, Diabetes - type 2, CKS

cks.nice.org.uk

They aren't eligible as they haven't been diagnosed with diabetes only pre-diabetes. That would be why they have been told to wait until next year.

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[James97]

Sometimes medical practice policies feel a bit backwards, especially when someone is trying to stay proactive instead of sitting around for a year hoping things don't get worse. Asking again and referencing the NICE guidelines might give you a bit more leverage. If anything, being persistent usually pays off — especially when it's about your health. Keep pushing for clarity and proper follow-up.

 

[lovinglife]

They aren't eligible as they haven't been diagnosed with diabetes only pre-diabetes. That would be why they have been told to wait until next year.

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No harm @Chris Secker asking again and perhaps using the NICE guidelines to their advantage - at 47 they’re one point off T2 - I’d use this as my argument.

 

[Chris Secker]

I would try again if I were in your position

This from N.I.C.E. Guidelines

• If the person is asymptomatic, do not diagnose diabetes on the basis of a single abnormal HbA1c or plasma glucose result. Arrange repeat testing, preferably with the same test, to confirm the diagnosis. If the repeat test result is normal, arrange to monitor the person for the development of diabetes, the frequency depending on clinical judgement.

Link to the full guidelines

Diagnosis in adults | Diagnosis | Diabetes - type 2 | CKS | NICE

Diagnosis in adults, Diagnosis, Diabetes - type 2, CKS

cks.nice.org.uk

Thank you, ill insist on a new test, cheers

 

[lovinglife]

Thank you, ill insist on a new test, cheers

You’re welcome, let us know how it goes if you can