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AndyCUFC69

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Type of diabetes
LADA
Treatment type
Insulin
Hi, I'm Andrea and have recently received a diagnosis of sorts. Last year my HbA1c was 40, but after a recent spell of feeling really unwell I asked for a blood test. I was shocked to see my HbA1c was now 93, despite following a healthy low carb diet, taking regular exercise and being in a healthy weight range. It was hardly surprising when I bought a blood glucose monitor to see my levels were in the high teens. I've just had bloods taken to test for antibodies and am waiting on a CT scan to check my pancreas. Metformin and gliclazide haven't helped much so far, so I'm starting insulin tomorrow. My CGM is really helping me see patterns related to food and exercise.
Has anyone else had a similar experience? Thanks
 
Hi. Welcome to the club.
I'm similar to you but all my numbers were much higher. I started insulin straight away and then had tablets added a few weeks later. The only difference is that I didn't need any scans.
There will be some good days and some bad ones but just do your best and be easy on yourself. This group is a lifeline to me and there are no silly questions and there will always be someone who has been there and can offer advice
 
Thank you. It's all a bit overwhelming and lots to take in, but my diabetes nurse at my GP practice has been really helpful. I'm sure in the coming months I'll rely on advice and support here too.
 
AndyCUFC69 said:
My CGM is really helping me see patterns related to food and exercise.
Has anyone else had a similar experience? Thanks
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Hi
Whilst i'm 50 years a type 1 your line about your CGM made me take interest.
Around 10 years ago i got my first CGM and the first thing i did was to go walking and the effect simple walking has on my insulin was quite remarkable.
I was well controlled before but now i am well controlled and have confidence in managing my own regime without the need to see specialists and DSNs.
If you keep analysing your data everything will click in to place.
It just takes time.

I leave my house in a morning with insulin jelly babies and my beloved CGM and lead a normal life.

I wish you well

Tony
 
Thanks Tony. Yes I'm a bit addicted to looking at it at the moment, but it helps so much. Any exercise after I eat, even just 10 minutes, really helps to smooth things out.
 
AndyCUFC69 said:
Thanks Tony. Yes I'm a bit addicted to looking at it at the moment, but it helps so much. Any exercise after I eat, even just 10 minutes, really helps to smooth things out.
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I'm so glad you understand the importance of insulin, exercise and carbs along with a CGM and my own last hba1c was 39 or 5.7 and i am overdue a blood test where i'm aiming for lower.
My other addiction is my step count where i average 18000 per day.

Tony
 
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