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  1. slimblackman1
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    Gastrointestinal Problems

    I've been taking Metformin XR for 6 months with great glucose control. However, I'm having some terrible stomach/intestinal issues. Has anyone...
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Jan 8, 2018, 3 replies, in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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    Happy New Year

    Thank you for creating such an awesome forum that has helped so many of us tremendously. May God bless everyone! Here's to a prosperous New year...
    Post by: slimblackman1, Dec 31, 2017 in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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    Ho, Ho, Ho, Merry Christmas

    Merry Christmas to all. Let us not forget that Jesus is the reason for the Christmas season!
    Post by: slimblackman1, Dec 22, 2017 in forum: Reactive Hypoglycemia
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    Hi everyone!

    Welcome Lina333. You will find a wealth of good information on this forum. The people here are so supportive and I certainly appreciate each of you!
    Post by: slimblackman1, Dec 20, 2017 in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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    Metformin!!

    Good morning from Dallas/Fort Worth, USA. Has anyone ever heard of Metformin causing lymph nodes to swell? Just wondering about the Metformin side...
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Dec 18, 2017, 0 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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    Extremely Hungry

    @Kristin251 what is LADA?
    Post by: slimblackman1, Oct 24, 2017 in forum: Ask A Question
  7. slimblackman1
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    Extremely Hungry

    Has anyone experienced weight loss while taking Metformin? It seems I'm hungry all the time. My blood glucose is well controlled. I'm wondering is...
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Oct 24, 2017, 3 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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    Metformin vs. Metformin Extended Release

    Thanks for your prompt response. I am going ask my Doctor if I can try the extended release version. Hopefully, I can get some relief from the...
    Post by: slimblackman1, Aug 9, 2017 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Metformin vs. Metformin Extended Release

    My doctor prescribed Metformin for me but it has me feeling really unwell. Does anyone know if the Metformin Extended Release version has the same...
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Aug 9, 2017, 18 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
  10. slimblackman1
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    Hi from orange county, ca USA

    Welcome, I was recently diagnosed with T2D as well. You will find this forum to be very enlightening. Oh by the way, I'm in Fort Worth, Texas in...
    Post by: slimblackman1, Jul 26, 2017 in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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    What have you eaten today?

    B - Eggs and Sausage Links L - 1 small Apple D - Mustard Greens and 1 Chicken Wing. Sent from my VS987 using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app
    Post by: slimblackman1, Jul 23, 2017 in forum: Low-carb Diet Forum
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    Steroids

    Does anyone know how long Steroids stay in your system? Sent from my VS987 using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app
    Post by: slimblackman1, Jul 22, 2017 in forum: Non-Diabetic Medication
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    Reversing the curse!

    Has anyone had long term success with completely reversing T2D? If so, would you mind enlightening us newbies? Best regards
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Jul 21, 2017, 4 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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    Muscles

    Thanks all! @Alison, I'm allowed to start walking this week because of the C6/C7 fusion. I do feel a bit better each day now that my BG is pretty...
    Post by: slimblackman1, Jul 17, 2017 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Muscles

    Does T2 diabetes cause you to lose muscle tone? I've noticed I have much less muscle tone but much more fat. I recently had 2 epidural steroid...
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Jul 17, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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    Energy

    @ickihun, I'm actually dealing with another issue as well. I just recently had an ACDF, so it's really difficult for me to know what's causing the...
    Post by: slimblackman1, Jul 16, 2017 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Energy

    Does high or low blood glucose cause fatigue? My energy level at times is really low. I literally have to go lay down.
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Jul 15, 2017, 7 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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    Alex

    That's great Alex! Enjoy life and live it to the fullest. What are you taking or doing to control the diabetes?
    Post by: slimblackman1, Jul 15, 2017 in forum: Children & Teens
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    Newly diagnosed type 2

    Thanks @Liam1955 and @AM1874. I am more confident than ever and by faith in the word of God, I know I am healed. I will be diligent to do what's...
    Post by: slimblackman1, Jul 14, 2017 in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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    Newly diagnosed type 2

    Greetings everyone from Fort Worth, TX in the USA. I was just given the diagnosis this week and I feel completely lost. I've been given Metformin...
    Thread by: slimblackman1, Jul 13, 2017, 6 replies, in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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