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Hello, I am hoping for some tips on managing a walking holiday whilst newly started on Humulin I. ( 2 months ) Only taking 6 units daily which helps base line but not meal spikes and I often drop low before lunchtime on a normal day (office job). Next week I'm with my husband walking all day...

Thank-you, very informative. I had heard of it but didn't know the detail. I hope I have the similar results with the gliptin as you have!

Alogliptin 25mg - It's a new one on me tbh. The only blood test I've had is hba1c and when that kept creeping up I asked for GAD. I've never had a glucose tolerance test. Is that routine?

Thank-you Lamont D, you are right. Perhaps I am focusing too much on this. I have been eating low carb (which worked well ) since initial type 2 diagnosis three years ago but numbers just keep creeping up. I did ask whether a c peptide would be helpful but Dr felt not. I've been prescribed a...

I had my first appointment today with diabetes team at the hospital and was hoping for a formal diagnosis whether type 2 or Lada but after a long discussion he said I was in a grey area. I'm more confused then ever now. I'm GAD positive but low number and BMI 21. I'm negative for all the other...

That's interesting, thank-you. It does seem to be different for everyone. I asked for c peptide but apparently it can only be done in the hospital so I will ask again at my appointment.

Oh.. forgot to say ...negative for other antibodies including zinc 8. GP mentioned because of this (zinc 8) they were unsure what type of diabetes it is

Hi, I recently requested a GAD antibody test after noticing worse control despite doing the same low carb etc and after reading other peoples experiences on this site and the excellent advice you all give.(thankyou so much!)I was fortunate to be taken seriously and so 3+ years post diagnosis I...

It maybe worth asking if you need to take something to protect your stomach lining while taking aspirin longer term as it can cause stomach issues.

Hello and Thank-you! Yes I have a meter which is why I know things have been creeping upwards I've managed it so far without meds and hoping I will pull it back again. Its great having this forum its the only place I feel fully understood

Intersting! Who are PPG?

Thank-you for your replies. Yes I'm in UK , Devon too but it looks like I need to chase them at my surgery. I hate nagging but needs must . My sugar control since Christmas could have been better and I'm feeling cross with myself as I'd been doing so well but Christmas made me super tempted by...

Can anyone tell me if hbA1cs are back routinely now? I was diagnosed type 2 when covid started in 2020. The only blood tests I've had have been when first diagnosed and when I asked. No one has contacted me in 9 months now. I've had letters for eye checks but not to see diabetes nurse. What is...

A bit late replying to this one. I was diagnosed type 2 just over a year ago, low BMI, high blood sugar out of the blue, not taking any medication for diabetes but recently had some blood tests that need a repeat test and I suspect are due to low iron. Will be interesting to see how this works...

Have your docs considered gastritis or other stomach issues? I had gallbladder removed a few years ago then out of the blue started moderate to severe stomach pains (similar to those I had pre gallbladder) with referred left shoulder pain. Had 2 ultrasounds bloods etc. Nothing showed up and two...

Hi-lo bread from selected Sainsburys 5g carb per slice. Slices are very small and loaf a bit pricey at £1.75 but does help keep me on track when I feel like a bit of buttery toast and marmalade and tastes good too My little local Sainsbury allow me to order it (min case of 4) takes about a week...

I too, get cold hands and feet and had to make some adaptations when I started working from home (computer work as well) I invested 99p in some fingerless gloves which actually exceeded my expectations , I have also discovered like some have said, a decent pair of sheepskin type slippers. I have...

5.5 unusual for me so very happy

My sister in law had it she works in our hospital. She self isolated straight away in her bedroom, husband in separate room and three daughters separate. None of them caught it thankfully. Whatever you decide hope it works out

Thankyou for your comments @AloeSvea. I was hba1c of 40 on last test (april 20) and am awaiting next blood results. I was bmi 23 on diagnosis down to 20 after low carbing and taking on board all the great advice on this site. My main bug bear is a morning glucose consistently in the 6s but I...