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    Advice needed to reduce Metformin dose.

    I'm a T2, diagnosed roughly 2 years ago, taking 2x 500mg per day - one with breakfast and one with my evening meal. I now want to reduce my Metformin dose to 1 tablet a day, but don't know whether to cut out the morning or evening one. I would like to start my new 'regime' now, but my dilemma...
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    X-pert Diabetes Programme

    Hi Gadge I went on the X-pert course in May '09. On the whole I would say that it is well worth attending, although it will depend on who is presenting/running the course, who the other attendees are and how much you already know about your condition. I'm all for gathering as much information...
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    exercise machines

    Hi Stuart Some time ago I too was interested in purchasing one of these exercise machines. The manual stated that diabetics who wished to use 'vibration technology' machines ie power plate machines should consult their doctor. I duly trotted along to my GP who told me that the reason why the...
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    Care for Diabetics in South Africa

    Hi nats12 Many thanks for your post and the info! I would definately be getting MI anyway, and not just because of the diabetes. Did you get your diabetes care from your doctor (GP) or were you under a consultant/specialist? I'm a T2 on oral meds so we are different anyway. Is there much...
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    Sharps Box Disposal Nightmares!

    Re: Sharps Disposal - Help Needed Hi kmckinty Re your travel query: I travel long-haul frequently and only take hand luggage. I got a note from my doctor explaining why I carry sharps, and so far have not had a single query from airline staff. So no, you don't have to pay a fortune for...
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    Hypo query?

    Hello Chocholic What were your activity levels like during the day - had you been very active/done any exercising? Don't forget it's not just the food intake but also the physical output that needs to be taken into account. I don't really know anything about Lada, so can't help you on that...
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    Mylifestyle

    Synonym, it wasn't just 'very funny' - and your response was so hilarious I snorted coffee all over my laptop! Thanks. :twisted: :lol: :twisted:
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    seeing dietitian

    Hello Jason I'm type 2 diagnosed 18 months ago. At my first appointment with my diabetes nurse she referred me to the hospital dietician and put me on an XPERT course, both standard referrals as part of the excellent care package offered to diabetics at my surgery. I have been extremely lucky!
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    Sharps Box Disposal Nightmares!

    Re: Sharps Disposal - Help Needed At both my GP's surgery and local dispensary there are notices asking people to contact the local council for a free sharps box - and the relevant contact details given. The Council's environmental/recycling department have responsibility for disposing of...
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    Care for Diabetics in South Africa

    I live in the UK but spend a lot of time in Mpumalanga Province in South Africa (the Lowveld). I am considering moving out there sometime in the future and was wondering if there are any South African residents on the Forums who can tell me what to expect in terms of Diabetes Care. I have not...
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    SWINE FLU THREAD

    Swine Flu Jab for Southern Hemisphere Travellers Earlier this week I had an interesting phone call from the Nurse in charge of the Travel Clinic at my GP's. I have been travelling to South Africa every few months for the past 6 years. I will be going again in June (if the volcano has stopped...
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    I see trouble ahead

    When I was diagnosed (T2) 18 months ago, I too questioned my Doctor's reasons for wanting to put me straight onto Metformin as I wanted to try diet and exercise for the first few months, given that my BG readings weren't horrendously high. He told me that recent research showed that Metformin...
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    Do I have more than 30 Years?

    Hi Aurlito I'm a T2, but my brother developed T1 diabetes over 40 years ago aged 11. He is fit and healthy and has not developed any diabetic complications whatsoever. He maintains a healthy lifestyle, excersise/diet and good bg control, has to travel long-haul frequently because of his job...
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    Hospital/Surgery

    Hi HpprKM I'm a T2 on Metformin, diagnosed a year ago. I can sympathise with how you are feeling. I had abominable (abdominal! :lol: ) surgery last month and was feeling somewhat anxious during the weeks beforehand. I have only had surgery on two previous occasions, once when I was a mere...
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    T2 hypos?

    Hi Stewcose I posted a similar thread in Ask the Experts - Metformin and Hypos? I'm a T2 on Metformin, and unless I'm very careful often find myself in hypo territory. I test frequently, especially if I start feeling odd, in order to establish my BG level. Invariably, when feeling odd, my...