Recent Content by RickScott

Thanks for all the replies guys, :D :D :D You have all helped me to start to understand a little bit more about my diabetes. Started testing last night, got a 5.5 reading just before evening meal, (9.00pm busy at work just now) Just tested before lunch (12.30) 4.6 Are these readings ok...

Hi Guys, Can someone please explain the reasons for going low / no carb. Dont want to start an argument about wether to go low or no, just trying to find out what this carbs thing is all about. Type 2, diagnosed 2 weeks ago, currently on diet only, advised not to test at home ?????? (got...

Babycham, don't know about me being able to help you, I was diagnosed type 2 last week, still have no idea what I should be doing, ( saw the nurse yesterday, ). I am told I should cut down on sugar, salt and fat, (all the things I like) did have breakfast this morning for the first time in about...

Watch this space, I'm going in for a 'confirmation of diabetes' blood test tomorrow morning. following that, I have an appointment with the diabetic nurse on monday afternoon, and one with my GP on thursday. I will let you know what I find out. This comes from a routine blood test taken just...

Thanks, I have been asked to fast before the next BT I wasn't sure what they meant by confirmation. Guess the fact that my next appointment is not 'till next Wed for BT, and following Thurs (29th) for results could mean anything??? Thanks again for the info, I will post as soon as I know...

Hi, I have been asked to go back to my GP to have a "confirmation of diabetes". This is following a blood test last week. do some of you have any idea what this may mean? I have been reading this forum and am at rick of confusing myself. Any help is greatly appreciated. Maybe I am...