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    B 12 deficiency

    I have seen a Consultant today due to high liver blood test readings and loss of weight. She told me I have pernicious anaemia B12 deficiency.wants to do a Gastroscopy Why? No way is anyone sticking tubes down my throat. I'm sure I have heard Metformin can cause B 12 deficiency any one else...
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    Low blood sugar

    Hi I've been on Metformin slow release for 12 months Recently had 2 low readings after meals one 4.2 today 3.8 feel very shaky Had some sweet biscuits and sweet tea. I thought you couldn't become hypo on metformin or does anyone thin the dose maybe too high. I'm taking 2 X 500mg with my tea.
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    Good News

    I am having tests for weight loss I was diagnosed type 2 in November. my blood glucose levels were 118 had a further blood test in February BG levels down to 61. Saw GP today Levels are now 47. GP said if this continues I can come off Metformin and manage with diet. I only really cut out sugary...
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    Weight loss

    I was diagnosed with type 2 Two months ago. I started on Metformin 500mg twice a day. Before being diagnosed I weighed 12st 51b I now weigh 10st 61b has anyone else experienced weight loss while taking Metformin or should I be worried? Have stopped eating anything sweet but struggling to cut...
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    Blood sugar readings

    My BS was 6.1 pre evening meal 2hrs after meal its 4.4 should it be higher or is this ok. Bit confusing.m
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    Weight

    I have lost a stone in weight in a matter of weeks Is this a symptom of diabetes? because I certainly wasn't trying.
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    Just diagnosed with type 2

    Hi recently diagnosed with type 2 still in shock.I don't know where to start. I have cut out sweet food such as biscuits and cakes etc but struggling with carbs.I haven't a clue what to eat or not to eat.I have been referred to a dietician but appt not until February. Commenced on metformin...