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  1. McHelen

    Gliclazide causing low platelets (thrombocytopenia)

    Has anybody experienced thrombocytopenia as a side effect of taking Gliclazide? I have developed a large bruise on the left side of abdomen and the Dr suspects a blood issue as a side effect of taking Gliclazide. Just waiting blood results, so getting the right medical advice. Just seeking...
  2. McHelen

    Let’s talk Livers…….

    Apologies but I am trying to keep grounded after a contrast lever ultrasound! I was diagnosed with T2 in August 2021. Following a car accident in December 2021, I underwent an CT scan which showed abnormalities, so I was referred for an ultrasound. Yesterday’s ultrasound revealed a fatty...
  3. McHelen

    HbA1c increase

    So my HbA1c was 52 when my diagnosis was confirmed at the end of August, 2 months on I have reduced (but not cut out carbs) and am taking daily gentle exercise (its been a long time so I have followed the C25K program). So it was a surprise that this week my HbA1c came in at 71. To be honest I...
  4. McHelen

    T2 tantrum…

    I was diagnosed T2 in July 2021, I have spent hours reading the great advice on here and other sites/forums, I have attended an ‘educational’ webinar prescribed by my GP, I have used a Libre2 to gain an understanding of how different foods effect my glucose readings, I have brought a couple of...