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Why did the monkey put a chop on his head? He thought he was a GRILLER!:hungover:

And I thought my jokes were bad!

DIabetic Ketoacidosis, a build up of ketones in the blood stream when the body is unable to utilise available glucose, so it metabolises fat and releases ketones. Dangerous condition.

Welcome to the forum @joneill97.First of all, don't smoke, it will do you no good. If you intend to drink, be careful what you have. Mixed drinks, beer and liqueurs be wary. Note that alcohol can raise your bgl's, and then lower them over time, so keep an eye on your levels. Check on the @type 1...

Hi @GerardSinclair! Yes, I am enjoying a day off from the rat race and doing the things I enjoy. That enlarged spleen is a bit concerning and will need to be followed up. I am not sure if it is part of T2, but be careful, as it is enlarged and is probably sensitive to physical shock. Take care...

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I can understand diabetes being a mystery to non diabetics, but it can have disastrous consequences. I have heard tales of diabetics in a serious hypo, and a well meaning bystander gave them a huge dose of insulin. One of them was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. This was told to me...

At work one day I overheard a conversation about my diabetes. One person asked the other if she knew what to do if I had a hypo. She replied, "that's easy, I give him a shot of insulin!" I spent the next two minutes beating my head against the wall.

He is 12 and entering early puberty, which is a very trying time for adolescents. Emotion and peer group pressures at school are going to be a real trial. He will need your support in this trying period.

:banghead: That's more information than I needed!:***:

Yes! I have had fools tell me, 'you can have cake and sweets, just double up on the insulin to cover it!' That stunt landed me in hospital.

Don't worry. You need someone with whom you are compatible and who listens to what you are telling them. You need to be completely informed of what you need to do to ensure good controls.

Welcome to the forum @snowysandie. Denial is one of the worst enemies of the diabetic. I was in denial for the first 12 months after my diagnosis. But after two trips to hospital I realised that there was no escape. I feel your frustration and understand that it is a bitter pill to swallow...

That you are here proves that the decision is made. Never feel ashamed, never stop believing in yourself. No one can change your life but you!

I know the frustration well. 12 years of it.

Welcome to the forum @alfie2000. You are on the right track. Eat healthy, get regular exercise and avoid fad diets as they will do more harm than good. Remember, less processing = better health benefits.

Welcome to the forum @adf85. Fingers crossed on this one. The effort is worth it so give it your best shot. Low carb diet regimens appear to be the best option. Keep us informed on your progress. Good luck.

I sometimes feel it's very one sided.

Welcome to the forum @GazAgainstFat. I tend to be a bit wary of prepared shakes. I would rather stick to natural healthy alternatives. They can be good for some but not others. It is always advisable to get a professional opinion.

Welcome to the forum @sarahb84. When you exercise and put the body under high energy output, you need a replacement to ensure you are not prone to hypos. When you are taking insulin, you are very prone to hypoglycemia. Glucose tablets, jelly beans or some form of liquid that will replace glucose...