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    Concerns following a long overnight Hypo

    hi, A diabetic type 2 / 65 yrs. I have similar observation using Libra 2 Plus sensor. I don't know the reason yet, so I am just reporting what seems to be a similar issue. I have low sugar alarm set to 3.8 mmol/l. I seem to hit this level or lower ( 3.7 mmol/l), every night at around 3 am it...
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    Glyclozide

    Hello, Well, I gid get off Gliclazide two months ago. Recommended by my GP because it started to give me Hypos when taken with some heart medication. But also at the same time, I started to reduce my carbs. I didn't gain wait ( was taking it for 10 years approx!) , but now on lower carbs and no...
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    Diabetes tablets(medication) or Insulin?

    Good point, but ever since diagnosis, or soon after, I was put on maximum doses of medication( Gliclazide, Metformin, and Jardiance,..). At some point it was suggested that I could go on insulin ( as a type 2) , but I didn't agree. But at no point, even after numerous regular blood tests and...
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    Diabetes tablets(medication) or Insulin?

    You are right there. The issue for me is that I have heart condition. Had triple bypass and stent, due to troubled arteries! Hence my fear if I do have more fats, would that cause a blockage of arteries? That's why I've been avoiding things like mature full fat cheese, full fat milk and cream...
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    Diabetes tablets(medication) or Insulin?

    Hi, thanks for your kind response. I was seeking to know members preference, or view( maybe from experience). Personally, I wouldn't call that advice. But, I realise there is a very fine line between seeking a different view and seeking advice that one actually follows ( as from doctor)...
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    Diabetes tablets(medication) or Insulin?

    Hi, I am Diabetic type 2, diagnosed in 2005. and ever since, on medication and Attempted dieting. Not having great success in controlling the beast! I was offered to go in insulin by my GP/nurse ,long time ago, but refused because I don't like injections and my late Mum had type 1 on insulin...
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    Issue with Libre - blank screen

    Good morning, Yes I had the issue yesterday, all day. blank white screen, no response even after restarting the phone. I was on the support line trying to see what's going on. No one answered. Lines seemed to be unattended. I spent hrs waiting for response. I emailed, I tweeted. No joy...
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    Glucose level rising after exercise or long run

    A good insight, Thank you. And I am impressed how you manage to control your diabetes with diet only. Something I can only aspire to, at the moment! Regards.
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    Glucose level rising after exercise or long run

    It comes at a price ( some say it is moderate!), but I do recommend it. I find it a very useful monitoring tool.
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    Glucose level rising after exercise or long run

    Hi Lainie Thanks for your message, appreciated. I also admire your achievement in controlling your Type2 diabetes with dieting only! Well done.
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    Glucose level rising after exercise or long run

    This happens to me every time. It is a fact , but it annoys me. I am Type 2 diabetic on medication and I am using the freestyle libra sensor. I was thinking that it was a good idea to do some workout or go for a run to burn some calories and excess sugar. No, It is Wrong, and the opposite...
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    Some food items that does not cause glucose spike

    Here is what (AI) suggested: Mod edit: Please note that the information below within the quotation marks is derived from an AI. It should not be trusted. "" Foods that have a low glycaemic index (GI) are less likely to cause a rapid rise in blood sugar levels and may be a good choice for...
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    Diabetes and weight loss

    I am truly fed up with the talk of weight loss in relation to diabetes! Almost everything I hear is about losing weight to fix/control the disease! Could any one in hell or heaven explain what do diabetics who do not have weight problem do? I am diabetic type2, I am slim, so I do not want to...
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    B12

    Been on metformin for couple of decades now. Had no side effects. But as a matter of routine I have recently added B12 to my daily supplements. Will investigate this with My GP. Thanks for sharing.
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    Patient on maximal tolerated therapy for diabetes

    Hi, I am type 2 diabetic patient. I have observed the same. I have been on maximum allowed dose of medication for a number of years. This has not been effective enough to control my blood sugar level to acceptable levels. I have been advised recently, that If by next review I still have not...
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