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Type 2 needing to convince others I really am diabetic!

Refer her to reputable websites that can provide her with outside confirmation of what you are telling her.You're her friend, maybe she would...

Post by: Suz2, Aug 1, 2020 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Advice COVID 19

In the end, you're the mom and it's your decision. Some things to consider: Has your daughters friend been in a situation where she and her...

Post by: Suz2, Jul 3, 2020 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Scared

Don't be afraid. This kind of diagnosis used to be a death sentence. Thanks to physicians and researchers you now live at a time when your...

Post by: Suz2, May 6, 2020 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Covid 19 and controlled diabetes

The chances of getting COVID 19 depends on exposure to someone that has the virus, first of all. If you are being reasonably careful, your...

Post by: Suz2, May 1, 2020 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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High blood glucose and B.P

The original post I responded to, not your post. She is taking her meds and has lost weight. Both excellent ways to manage high BP.

Post by: Suz2, Apr 28, 2020 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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High blood glucose and B.P

You have taken all the right steps to manage your BP. I hope you are fantastically successful! Take care of yourself Edited by moderator to...

Post by: Suz2, Apr 28, 2020 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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High blood glucose and B.P

Hi, diabetic for over 40 years and a proud, but retired member of the healthcare community, working in admin most of the time. There is a...

Post by: Suz2, Apr 27, 2020 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Tricks To Help With Late Night Hunger Pangs!

Hey, be reasonable. Your body hasn't had any nourishment for five hours. A snack would be appropriate. Instead of just eating, plan a...

Post by: Suz2, Nov 6, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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B12

Ohyes! But I am gastric bypass, so may not be applicable.

Post by: Suz2, Oct 23, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Fluctuating fbg levels

I'm 63 and stress really bothers my levels a lot. Don't know your situation, but my input.

Post by: Suz2, Oct 23, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Chronic pain and raised blood sugars

I have long term chronic pain as well and it does affect blood sugars, as you noted. Since you've tried diet and exercise is not an option it...

Post by: Suz2, Sep 11, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Dramatic decrease in insulin resistance

I have had the same problem for the past 6 weeks. Tanking was just killing me. I self adjusted my pump's basal and carb to unit ratio. That has...

Post by: Suz2, Aug 5, 2019 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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When to test after eating

Your initial spike is not a problem since it levels out at hour 2 and hour 3. Prolonged high blood sugars are the problem, not brief spikes that...

Post by: Suz2, Aug 5, 2019 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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Braving the GP - Critique my notes?

Since your GP does not appear to be respectful of you or your honest communication, be very bold and cut her short when she begins this nonsense....

Post by: Suz2, Aug 5, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Type 2 now no longer producing insulin

You are so kind, thank you for the response.

Post by: Suz2, Aug 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
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Type 2 now no longer producing insulin

Thanks for your response. What other reasons are suspect when the body stops producing insulin? Remember long history of diabetes (over 30 years).

Post by: Suz2, Aug 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
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Type 2 now no longer producing insulin

Question if it is LADA as my c-peptides were relatively normal until a sudden full stop. There wasn't a gradual decline in function. My...

Post by: Suz2, Aug 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
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Type 2 now no longer producing insulin

I've been Type 2 since I was 27. I'm now 62. Problem is my pancreas no longer produces insulin based on my peptide results. My insurance now...

Thread by: Suz2, Aug 2, 2019, 12 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Does badly managed diabetes affect memory?

I can't remember. LOL Seriously. Diabetes affects the blood vessels and can lead to a build up of calcium that restricts blood flow. This causes...

Post by: Suz2, Aug 2, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Next stop insulin...... Apparently

Sorry insulin gives you the creeps. Your posts are fascinating as you are really determined not to let this beat you. I've been on insulin for...

Post by: Suz2, Aug 2, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes

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