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"no need to test" means that they won't pay for it. Not testing is a bit little only looking at the speedo in your car once every...

I mean that you are being sensible to ask questions about medication, if you have any doubts, and by being aware of potential side effects.

No advice but I’m in a similar boat…. BS always diet controlled but since peri menopause/menopause can’t get rid of belly fat and BS is...

Thank you … yes I definitely feel it’s more stress related…unfortunately some things I can’t change but will try to work more on...

@NewbieHelp, your meal choices are excellent. Therefore I don't think it's your diet that is causing your problems. If, as you suspect...

Thanks for your reply …. Terrified of common side effects as I already suffer with them so couldn’t risk making it worse. The low dose...

I know your GP probably took you by surprise when they suggested Ozempic. Just remember that Ozempic was designed originally as a type 2...

gp has said no need to test so not sure about free cgm trials but I will look into it, to see if available here or what criteria are

Yes @Retiredhamster4, you are saving NHS money but you are, also, protecting yourself from the detrimental side-effects that most...

Hi all, I got diagnosed as T2D last year (hba1c 105), avoided meds to start with and concentrated on diet with even more exercise. 3...

@NewbieHelp Have you had your B12 and Vit D levels checked? A lower than optimal level of these can make weight loss harder, as can a...

If a T2 isn't on insulin it is very hard to persuade doctors to issue prescriptions for test strips. Some get them, many don't.

Is there any one else at your surgery you can speak to ? Do you have a diabetic nurse there ? a different GP ?

Menopause makes everything more challenging. Would you like to share some of your meal ideas with us - we may be able to suggest a few...

Haven’t had those levels checked in a while but will contact GP That’s what I’m afraid of re suggestion to ozempic … no mention of it...