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    Low reading and sweating

    Hi there Haven't been here for awhile but would like advice on the following. My HB1Ac readings were commented by my GP as being perfect 2 months ago however over the last week I have been feeling under the weather possibly cold or sinusitis which hasn't stopped me going out. Last night before...
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    I can't eat veggies

    Hi Anyone had this problem. I was on Metformin 500mg twice a day but suffered a severe loss of appetite so doctor put me on 500mg SR Metformin. My appetite has recovered except I can't stomach vegetables and I ate loads before Metformin. I am due to see dietician next week and no doubt he or...
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    Breakfast

    Hi All I am a little confused, I was told that I should eat Weetabix for breakfast which is OK as I like it but I also enjoy Special K and was advised not to eat that. I am getting a little fed up with Weetabix and have a leaflet that says Special K is alright, is it? Please don't suggest...
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    Metformin Side Effects

    Hi I have just been changed from Metformin 500mg tablets to the slow release Metformin as I had a total lack of appetite. I am now having an itchy leg and chest, nothing too serious but I have a slight rash. My blood glucose is pretty good I think highest is about 7 down to 4.3. Is this...
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    Loss of Appetite

    Hi I am on Metformin 500mg twice a day and have been for nearly two months. The main side effect I am having is a total lack of appetite, I appreciate I need to lose weight and have been eating far too much but now I have gone to the other extreme. I neither wanted nor did I eat my Christmas...
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    Blood Glucose Readings

    Hi I am a recently diagnosed diabetic type 2. I am a little unsure what my readings should be. Usually first thing in the morning it can be about 9 - 10. During the day it can vary between 4 - 6. Since diagnosis the highest reading I have had was 12 but that was immediately after eating a...
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    What do I avoid

    Hi everybody Just been told I'm type 2 which hasn't gone down very well as I'm trying to get over a brain haemorrhage. My GP is arranging for me to see Diabetic Nurse but at the moment I'm not too sure what to avoid other than sugary foods such as cakes, sweets etc. Can I eat pasta, rice...
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