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I just had surgery on my right thumb due to trigger problems. I had this done three and a half weeks ago. I seem to be having pain on this finger. Does andone know how long it will take to heal up. The stiches were taken out after 3 weeks. I will be seeing the doctor tommorrow as my sick note is...

I have just been reading abouth this other type of sweetener. Stevia. Has anyone had of it, or using it? I would like to know more about it? Some say it is better/safer that splenda. Could they be right? :?

I have had two incidences of ingrowing toe nails this year. Just had minor surgery for one of them and the podietrist is monitoring the other one. Is this a common problem for people with diabetes. :o Before I was diagnosed I never had problems with my toe nails.

I have been experiencing a tingling sensation on my leff arm for neally six months now. I have been to the doctors about this and even went for an Xray on my shoulder. Results showed that there is a mild wear and tear on the shoulder , nothing serious. The doctors has said there is nothing wrong...

Since I was diagnosed with type two diabetes my urine output has increased. I am waking up about 4 times at night. How can I stop this. Need some rest after a long day at work. I am now getting tired during the day withpout getting enough sleep :(

I've had a symptom called the trigger finger (on my right thumb)for the last 6 months. The doctor told me that it is quite commoon for people with diabetes. I had a steroid injection on the finger , they said it usually cures/solves the problem. But unfortunately the problem has come back. I...

I am type 2 diabetes and have managed to control this with diet. Everthing is fine except the weight that I seem to be strugling with. I have been worried though because reseach shows that diabetes can lead to dementia. I am on my early 40s and I want to have more years added to my life. My dad...

I have been eating oats for breakfast since I have been diagnosed. This does not raise my blood sugar levels. I mix this with fat free yoghuts and a banana. Works well for me. The thing is that I am now tired of this, does anyone have any simillar or other breafast ideas.

I have just been wondering, I was diagnosed of diabetes in May (type 2) and mu HBA1C was about 11,4. I have managed to control my diabetes with diet only and I am pleased to say that the HBA1C has gone down to 5.4. I would like to stick to the biet only if I can. My question is how long can I...

Ever since I have been diagnosed with diabetes I have been expiriencing dry and cracked heels. What Can I do to manage this problem. I moisturise my feet after every bath. What am I doing wrong? I know looking after feet is quite important for people with diabetes. :?

I got a big surprice when I got my first 3 monthly Hba1c results. When I was first diagnosed my HBa1c was 11.3 and I was tod to start the metmofin medication. I persuaded the health visitor that I wanted to have a go at diet only before considering the medication. I made drastic changes this...

Can some one help me here, I drink lots of coffee (decaff) and use 1-2 sweeteners.My family are concerned with the amount of coffee and sweeteners that I am consuming. Is decaff coffee safe as well. Is there evidence that sweeteners are not good for your health. :?

Does anyone know if the fat free youghuts are suitable for diabetics. I have been eating the ones from Aldi and sometimes i mix them with my oats. I have realised that they do not raise my BG levels that much. :o

I am really trying to controll my diabetes with diet only and at times it is a challenge. What is getting me down is the amount of times that I feel like having a snack. I am getting hungry most of the time. I know they say the health snacks are carrot sticks , celery ets. After some time this...

Does any one know if these slimming clubs can help in controlling BG levels. I want to join slimming world and I do not know if i will be doing more harm than good. I once lost weight with them before I was diagnosed diabetes. :?

Please can some one let me know how many carbs one can have in a day. I brought the low carb book and I do not understand how much i am required to have a day.

I would like to know when is the right time to test before meals. What i mean is - when should i stop eating before testing . I snack sometimes just before I have my meals or sometimes I have a coffee with sweetener just before meals. I want my readings to be accurate. But sometimes I might...

My GP wong prescibe me test strips. I brought some from the phamacy at £25.00. Thats quite expensive. Does anyone have info about this :shock:

Does anyone have any ideas on how I cake bake a low carb cake.

I have been monitoring my BG levels before and after meals. The levels are around 6 and 7 mmols. Occassionally I have been getting 9 or 10mmols. Am I on the right track. I am controlling my diabetes with diet only. Are these ranges ok. :?