diagnosed with type 2

Dutchgardener

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Don't have diabetes
Just to let everyone know
Today was the day I went to see the nurse.
It is official now type 2.
I'm not sure how I am going to cope.
Been put on tablets.
My Hba1c was 75
We are trying to get down to 53
The nurse did explain but to much going on inside my head.
Next appointment is April the 13th.
Also made appointment with Desmond Diabetes Education centre.
Life is going to be different from now on.
 
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Liam1955

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@Dutchgardener - Hi. I am assuming you have been put on Metformin? Most members on the forum follow the LCHF = Low Carb High Fat Diet. Exercise and Diet will have more effect on lowering blood sugars. Ask as many questions as you need, you will probably get multiple replies. Take things in your stride and don't get stressed - worry and stress elevates blood sugars.:)
 

AndBreathe

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I reversed my Type 2
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Just to let everyone know
Today was the day I went to see the nurse.
It is official now type 2.
I'm not sure how I am going to cope.
Been put on tablets.
My Hba1c was 75
We are trying to get down to 53
The nurse did explain but to much going on inside my head.
Next appointment is April the 13th.
Also made appointment with Desmond Diabetes Education centre.
Life is going to be different from now on.

Don't panic. Different doesn't have to equate to worse. Of course, you'll have a period of adjustment, as did the rest of us, but for many, if diabetes is given a bit of respect significant improvements can be made.

My stats are in my signature at the bottom of my post. I've never taken any medication, but made some changes to my diet and achieve significant improvements.

To be fair, my body was able to recover itself well, and not everyone can get to the same place, but don't feel too downhearted. Trust me; it's not the end of the world. It's not even the end of the world as you know it; just some things do need attention.
 

Dutchgardener

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Type of diabetes
Don't have diabetes
At this moment I think I'm in denial
Even thou deep done i new this was going to happen.
And thank you for replying.
 
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cruiksl

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Type 2
Just take it one day at a time. I'm just over 2 weeks in now from my diagnosis. I've got a bg monitor and been eating low carbon hi fat. My levels seem pretty steady and weight is beginning to come off. It's easy to be overwhelmed but I try not to let it worry me. You'll be fine x
 
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MargJ

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Sorry you feel like you are in denial. I am sure we all have days when we wish we weren't diabetic. It's a year since I was diagnosed and it's a sharp learning curve at first. Take it slowly and don't panic is my advice. I feel healthier now than I did a year ago, my diet is much better and my blood test results have improved too. You can learn a lot from this forum and everyone will help when they can.
 
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Lindy1706

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I got my diagnosis on Tuesday and was in total denial and panic.

Read everything and ask questions, knowledge is power, I have ordered my blood meter and am picking up my meds tomorrow. I have been LCHF since 22nd Feb ( I think deep down I knew the way it was going to go!) and have already lost 6 kilos and feel so much better and more energised.
 
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Dutchgardener

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Thank you all for your replies and kind words.
I have booked a day course in littlehampton.
Unfortunately this is not until the 30th of June.
 

Sutherlandlass

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Hello @Dutchgardener :) hopefully by the time you go for your course at the end of June, you'll already have gained a lot of knowledge from the lovely friendly folk here. I would be lost without the kindness and the help and support from this forum. I know it's all fresh and very daunting, but hopefully you will soon be feeling that you are in control of your diabetes, and not have it control over you. I am only three months since my diagnosis...
 
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PatsyB

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Hello and do not worry you are in the rigth forum for help and advice :)
 

Ross.Walker

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From my view, after diagnosis my life got better due to a series of changes, better diet, controlling my carbs, more excercise and I wish my starting hba1c was only 75, you have a great base to work from on that stat, I was way over 120 on day 1.

Take time to examine what you are doing, how you are doing it, make changes, make good ones that will have a good long term benifit, stop all sugar and processed foods, try different foods, quit drinking for a while (if you do), take a walk. Think about how these changes will benifit you and your loved ones, make that a positive target. Most importantly be kind to your self, allow yourself time to heal, it could take time, can't say how long, this is all about you. Talk to your loved ones, you will be surprised about how supportive they will be in ways you cannot see yet.

This was not your fault, it just happens to some of us, you can controll it and have an amazing life.

And this is a good place to ask questions and research the answers.

Good health and let us know how you are doing
 
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Dutchgardener

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Type of diabetes
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From my view, after diagnosis my life got better due to a series of changes, better diet, controlling my carbs, more excercise and I wish my starting hba1c was only 75, you have a great base to work from on that stat, I was way over 120 on day 1.

Take time to examine what you are doing, how you are doing it, make changes, make good ones that will have a good long term benifit, stop all sugar and processed foods, try different foods, quit drinking for a while (if you do), take a walk. Think about how these changes will benifit you and your loved ones, make that a positive target. Most importantly be kind to your self, allow yourself time to heal, it could take time, can't say how long, this is all about you. Talk to your loved ones, you will be surprised about how supportive they will be in ways you cannot see yet.

This was not your fault, it just happens to some of us, you can controll it and have an amazing life.

And this is a good place to ask questions and research the answers.

Good health and let us know how you are doing
I am struggling at the moment
Been working today
Cutting grass and strimming for about 5.5hrs.
I feel sick at the moment and shaking.
Tested glucose it is 6.06 mind you I haven't eaten all day.
Just had liquids
As soon as those levels go up(11.0-15.5) I
feel better.
 

muzza3

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Hi and Welcome @Dutchgardener

I felt the same way when first diagnosed but with support and advice (a lot of it from this forum) I am now off meds and at normal BG levels.

I have tagged @daisy1 who will post a great info pack for newbies. Hvae a read look aorund the forums and ask any questions you may have
 

daisy1

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@Dutchgardener

Hello and welcome to the forum :) To get you started, here is the information we give to new members and hope you will find it useful. Ask as many questions as you want and someone will be able to help.

BASIC INFORMATION FOR NEWLY DIAGNOSED DIABETICS

Diabetes is the general term to describe people who have blood that is sweeter than normal. A number of different types of diabetes exist.

A diagnosis of diabetes tends to be a big shock for most of us. It’s far from the end of the world though and on this forum you’ll find over 150,000 people who are demonstrating this.

On the forum we have found that with the number of new people being diagnosed with diabetes each day, sometimes the NHS is not being able to give all the advice it would perhaps like to deliver - particularly with regards to people with type 2 diabetes.

The role of carbohydrate

Carbohydrates are a factor in diabetes because they ultimately break down into sugar (glucose) within our blood. We then need enough insulin to either convert the blood sugar into energy for our body, or to store the blood sugar as body fat.

If the amount of carbohydrate we take in is more than our body’s own (or injected) insulin can cope with, then our blood sugar will rise.

The bad news

Research indicates that raised blood sugar levels over a period of years can lead to organ damage, commonly referred to as diabetic complications.

The good news

People on the forum here have shown that there is plenty of opportunity to keep blood sugar levels from going too high. It’s a daily task but it’s within our reach and it’s well worth the effort.

Controlling your carbs

The info below is primarily aimed at people with type 2 diabetes, however, it may also be of benefit for other types of diabetes as well.
There are two approaches to controlling your carbs:

  • Reduce your carbohydrate intake
  • Choose ‘better’ carbohydrates

Reduce your carbohydrates

A large number of people on this forum have chosen to reduce the amount of carbohydrates they eat as they have found this to be an effective way of improving (lowering) their blood sugar levels.

The carbohydrates which tend to have the most pronounced effect on blood sugar levels tend to be starchy carbohydrates such as rice, pasta, bread, potatoes and similar root vegetables, flour based products (pastry, cakes, biscuits, battered food etc) and certain fruits.

Choosing better carbohydrates

Another option is to replace ‘white carbohydrates’ (such as white bread, white rice, white flour etc) with whole grain varieties. The idea behind having whole grain varieties is that the carbohydrates get broken down slower than the white varieties –and these are said to have a lower glycaemic index.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/food/diabetes-and-whole-grains.html

The low glycaemic index diet is often favoured by healthcare professionals but some people with diabetes find that low GI does not help their blood sugar enough and may wish to cut out these foods altogether.

Read more on carbohydrates and diabetes

LOW CARB PROGRAM:
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/low carb program


Eating what works for you

Different people respond differently to different types of food. What works for one person may not work so well for another. The best way to see which foods are working for you is to test your blood sugar with a glucose meter.

To be able to see what effect a particular type of food or meal has on your blood sugar is to do a test before the meal and then test after the meal. A test 2 hours after the meal gives a good idea of how your body has reacted to the meal.

The blood sugar ranges recommended by NICE are as follows:

Blood glucose ranges for type 2 diabetes
  • Before meals: 4 to 7 mmol/l
  • 2 hours after meals: under 8.5 mmol/l
Blood glucose ranges for type 1 diabetes (adults)
  • Before meals: 4 to 7 mmol/l
  • 2 hours after meals: under 9 mmol/l
Blood glucose ranges for type 1 diabetes (children)
  • Before meals: 4 to 8 mmol/l
  • 2 hours after meals: under 10 mmol/l
However, those that are able to, may wish to keep blood sugar levels below the NICE after meal targets.

Access to blood glucose test strips

The NICE guidelines suggest that people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes should be offered:

  • structured education to every person and/or their carer at and around the time of diagnosis, with annual reinforcement and review
  • self-monitoring of plasma glucose to a person newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes only as an integral part of his or her self-management education

Therefore both structured education and self-monitoring of blood glucose should be offered to people with type 2 diabetes. Read more on getting access to bloodglucose testing supplies.

You may also be interested to read questions to ask at a diabetic clinic

Note: This post has been edited from Sue/Ken's post to include up to date information.
 

Ross.Walker

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How goes it today? I am fighting, and winning against a selfdestruction streak today, my body wants to go the blues brothers route and order 4 fried chickens and a coke, brain is only just winning with the promise of a cuppa tea. It's not always easy but it is worth it.