Recent Content by Struma

In general rubbish.

There is quite a plethora of information on the web, too much to allow me to succinctly put here. Commonly the evidence relies on more comprehensive information. So, yes caffeine affects diabetes and sugar. Probably due to reduced insulin sensitivity. Comprehensive information would be 1) How...

I have always self funded for just the lancets - because I wanted to use a specific one. One lancet, one test, one needle, one injection. With respect to this issue, I have a minimal amount of rubbish left over, and would never compromise good, safe, hygienic practice. I do consider, but only...

It might be worth while getting the opinion of a Podiatrist. They are the experts in this field. Do some homework first to find out what additional services they provide. I've had excellent treatment from them for similar issues.

I use bleach tablets, bought from the shelf of big supermarket. Just drop one in to soak for few hours. Also use occasionally in sink, put it in the plug hole and let it slowly dissolve. Edit: Have often felt that metformin was the culprit. So glad you posted @rubecula

Sounds to me like you’re doing all you can do, and may be a little bit of something medication wise is the most sensible thing. Of course the last thing you want to do is push you to postural hypertension. In the 130's is fairly good, in the 90's for diastolic is really too high. You might...

I am a proponent of Diabetes:M app, and I am happy to pay for the upgraded version, it makes my life so much easier. I have not been able to get along with MySugr app.

I started aspirin 75mg in 2005 as part of my diabetes treatment (along with ACE inhibitor for reno-protection.) Aspirin 150mg in 2007 following four strokes. Aspirin changed to dipyridamole in 2020 following large bleed from my stomach cancer. Really, the antiplatelet is now for diabetes and...

Done and dusted this morning…

It’s looking like you'll need some form of treatment to lower your blood sugars then I'm afraid. Your levels are really intolerable.

I would go with the dr's advice, it’s good. I probably wouldn't include any soup unless it is in large amounts or very watery like French onion. Perhaps, try smaller containers to be able to drink more of a variety, ie 2 half cups of tea instead of 1 full one. Maybe different temperatures, maybe...

Are you still taking the steroids?

So, the cheapest that does a good job has to be Aqueous Cream. I like Diprobase really. Flexitrol comes highly recommended.

https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/957955?src=wnl_newsalrt_uk_210901_MSCPEDIT&uac=294048SJ&impID=3608205&faf=1 Enjoy a little read folks. I have seen this just today, in MedscapeUK. I guess it'll reaffirm for some, but may cause some stirrings in others. I'm glad of the recognition gained by...

Lack of food when unwell could lead to gastric upset when taking metformin. Becoming dehydrated when unwell can lead to a decrease in kidney function. Metformin is contraindicated with an eGFR <30. May be you already have reduced function and GP is being cautious. Personally, I do stop my...