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    Anti GAD anti bodies

    Hi, I was diagnosed with diabetes just under 2 years ago. I was initially told I was type 2 and was referred to a diabetic clinic. Over the next few months I brought my hba1c down to 43 through diet and exercise and Metformin. The clinic then told me my doctor would handle my care as I was...
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    Newly Diagnosed - Metformin?

    Thank you! I just wanted to confirm these side effects were to be expected. I updated my dose to 2000 mg a day about a week ago per the diabetic nurse instructions (I was initially 1000 mg). I take these with breakfast in the morning and with my evening meal.
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    Newly Diagnosed - Metformin?

    Hi All, About 2 weeks ago I did a random fingerstick glucose test which was 15.6 before breakfast. I was constantly thirsty and going to the toilet so I decided to go to the doctor and get things checked. HbA1c was 88 so doctor confirmed i was diabetic but they were not sure what type (I am...