Recent Content by JIMIAN

Grazer I didn't intend this to be a public flogging of any HCP and I'm sure Pipstick only wants the best for everyone. All that I ask is that HCP's, GP's etc would be honest and say why they don't want to issue monitors or sticks, don't continue rubbishing us it is cost and nothing else. I...

I realise that the issue of BG personal testing for type 2 has been debated numerous times but I have to have a small rant. I was diagnosed about 2 months ago and went today to speak to the dietician and a lady who with representing the local NHS. The first lady insisted that there is no need...

Hi LittleSue Thanks for your reply. My fasting Glucose Tolerance Test was 12.6. I was advised to not check my sugars by the Practice Nurse but thought it's my body and I'll test what I want to. Fair point on the drop in sugars, I suppose I could be suffering from the drop in levels, I don't...

I know that 'no alcohol' is probably the best option but since we have to live and socialise and for some of us that means the odd drink with friends what is the best alcohol to drink, beers, wines or spirits, obvioulsy in moderation ? How do you manage your alcohol consumption? Cheers Ian

Hi Daibell Sorry I should've explained. I have no stomach problems whatsoever but I keep going absolutely exhausted and somewhat vacant. It's like flu without the fever, if that makes sense. Tonight I feel a little better but not quite well. I'm sure another week or so and I'll be sorted. Once...

Hi Many thanks for the replies. I'm going to plod on with 1000mg of Metformin for another week and then make the decision whether to go up to 1500mg or not.The way I feel at the moment I think I will be sticking at a max of 1000mg. I've been prescribed Statins too but am hanging fire until I...

Hi all i was diagnosed with T2 just over a week ago and was put on Metformin 500mg. My bg levels on 500 mg are 5.4 before a meal & 5.4 2hrs afterwards and I feel ok.Yesterday I stepped up to 1000mg as directed & now my BG level is 4.1 before a meal & 4.1 2hrs later but I feel awful.Should I...

Thanks Daisy1 You are absolutely correct of course about the diet. I do actually have a pretty good diet and eat more fresh foods than processed, I must say though that this Diabetes thing is awfully confusing and the more I've read the more confused I am. Best wishes Ian

Hi everyone I'm a 52 year old male and was diagnosed with Type-2 Diabetes a week ago. I had the fasting glucose tolerance test at my Doctors and the reading came back at 12.6. The nurse told me that this was quite high and I needed to go on Metformin immeadiately. That in itself came as a shock...