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    Changing from Metformin to slow release

    Hi my understanding is the basis of the tablet will be the same but it’s what else is in it than can cause/solve problems. I had trouble with different brands of pregablin - one worked others had no effect!
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    Iritis /euritis

    Hi I’m type 2 taking metformin and had my booster in November and on 18 Dec sought optician guidance as I’d had to wear sunglasses at 6pm night before and on the morning of 18 due to headlights hurting my eyes. iritis was diagnosed (eye inflammation) and urgently referred to local eye...
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    Confused as to my status - any thoughts?

    You need to put your concern of the GP aside and urgently book a telephone appointment with them. Most likely you will get a blood test referral. Boots the chemist told me not to waste my money on any glucose tests and to be guided by the GP/ diabetes nurse. The glucose tests are only...
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    Neuropathy help

    Sorry, I don’t know of any herbal remedies but do use a hot tub and a Mira 360 shower head for back pain. Depending on what you are suffering from look into swimming or aqua aerobics (be careful you don’t injure yourself) and make sure you talk to the instructor before you begin. Water is...
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    Found out today I’m type 2. Nurse apt today was a talked at session. Feeling abandoned until my...

    Found out today I’m type 2. Nurse apt today was a talked at session. Feeling abandoned until my next blood test! Any advice?