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I went to see my diabetic specialist nurse at the hospital today. I asked her if I could try Levemir instead of Lantus as on the Lantus I've gained weight, even with 10 untis of Byetta. So for 1 month I'm allowed to keep the Byetta but changing the Lantus for Levemir. I hope changing the...

I know I'm at risk for neuropathy now I'm diagnosed diabetic. Since the weather has turned cold, I've started getting pain and then numbness in my toes. It's scaring me because I think it might be a sign of nerve damage. If I keep my feet warm it doesn't happen but I'm concerned for when I go...

I was diagnosed with T2 diabetes in September. We returned from holiday and I felt terrible. Long story short, I was admitted to hospital with a blood sugar of 36. Discharged the next day with a prescription for Lantus and Byetta. The Byetta was supposed to help me lose weight, only I didn't get...

I am not sure if this is a myth or has basis, but I've read in several different places that in type 2 patients insulin makes it very hard to lose weight even with dietary changes. I've only been on insulin for less than a month, and I am definitely hungry more than before. If it's stimulation...