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I was diagnosed with high BP a few months after diabetes.I have found BP to be very difficult to understand and control compared to blood sugar levels. The readings can vary minute to minute.I am on bisoprolol, coverssyl and verapamil.Two years ago my readings on waking were as low as 110/ 70...

I had a similar issue from Feruary till June this year. All of a sudden I was having typical symptoms of IBS. No change in diet or meds, so couldn't understand what was causing it. .I take probiotic supplements regularly and plenty of plain yogurt. My GP decided to order some bloodwork and...

Except my husband nobody knew about it in the beginning. I admit I am still hesitant or embarrassed (?) to tell anyone. While flying during bag check too, the huge 'cache' of medicines sometimes results in a second look at me. from the agents.Overall I can say that people's reactions are still...

My thoughts exactly! A year into metformin and I was having all the typical symptoms of B12 deficiency. The doctor tested me and after a round of bi-weekly injections (totally 6 injections ), I was told all was good. I asked what if the deficiency came back after some time since I was also a...

Salad is a no-no for me too. I get tummy issues with raw veggies except for carrot and cucumber. If the idea is to take in a good quantity of veggies ,I always steam or saute them lightly in olive oil....carrots ,peas, sprouts,spinach.Spice them up with any herbs and salt and pepper. A dash of...

Hi @hisjen84 , Your predicament is so typical of so many diabetics I have known , including myself. Unfortunately diabetes is more of a condition than a disease and there is no one way to fix it. I have friends and relatives who just pop their pills and go about eating with scant regard for...

Hi Sami, Since you were diagnosed a week ago it will take a little time for the readings to come down and your body to adjust to new diet. Initially it is best to keep away from most fruits especially bananas, oranges, grapes .They are very high in sugar. If you must have some fruit try some...

It is good that you have started testing your son for his sugar readings and others as well. Having suffered from intense migraines myself I can tell you that there is neither clear diagnosis or treatment for this. Some food tolereated well usually might turn to be the trigger for migraine...

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/CSIR-launches-Ayurvedic-Anti-diabetic-Drug-BGR-34/articleshow/53465596.cms This link is to an article that raised hope for a type2 drug without side effects. But no word about it again since the announcement in July 2016. Frustrating! Whether it is...

Thanks SWUSA .My thyroid readings were normal.I was also expecting problem with the thyroid because I am also experiencing lot of hair fall lately. But my doc missed the ferritin and I have to wait for 3 months If the cause turns out to be mal absorption of iron ,the reason should be found out...

hi everyone, I recently got my blood work done and while my fasting and Hba1c were around 6.5,my CBC readings were as follows.... RBC-----------high at 6 MCV----------low at 68 MCHC--------low at 304 haemoglobin was just within normal [12.2] Though the lab suggested further iron test...

Mine read 5.6 which is how it is for most days.Surprised cause I had a cup of choco icecream yesterday with some more junk ...Dont think I ever will understand the workings of this condition :confused:

Totally agree with you.I come from a family of t2s and when i was diagnosed with the same at age 43 it was no surprise. I was already overweight but LOSS OF WEIGHT SUDDENLY led to blood tests that showed my readings at 400. But since I have gained back all the weight inspite of metformin, statin...

When I take a fasting or post prandial reading [1.5 to 2 hours after food] I was adviced not to do strenuous exercises or even brisk walking. So try taking these readings when you are relaxed at home,for a change and note the reading. I take my fasting as soon as I wake up and follow it with a...