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    Newly diagnosed, unsure of type yet

    I’m similar to you, in that they don’t know which type I am and I’m currently awaiting results of the antibody test. However, I’m being treated as Type 2 to start with so I’ve been given Metformin and Gliclazide rather than insulin. Whilst I can’t help with the injections (I know I’d be...
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    Coming to terms with being T2 and remaining a foodie

    Aldi sometimes have this sort of thing in the middle aisle too. I recently bought soy bean spaghetti and the edamame/mung bean fettuccine - both are great!
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    Newly diagnosed

    I do have a meter, I’ve been asked to test 4 times a day for the first week and it’s been really interesting seeing how much it changes based on what I’ve eaten. I probably need to start tracking what I’m eating so I know just how many carbs I’m having but for now I’m just getting into the swing...
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    Newly diagnosed

    My GP did send me to A&E following the urine test (this showed the highest level of ketones) as he was worried about keto acidosis. Got tested there my blood ketones weren’t as high (the reading was 1 and she said they’d only be massively concerned if it was 3) and I was sent on my way. I have...
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    Newly diagnosed

    I’m in the same position as you, had a urine test for another condition where the doctor found high level of glucose and ketones. Had several tests in the last couple of weeks and I was diagnosed as diabetic on Wednesday, but they’re also unsure of what type I am. My HBA1C was 110 so extremely...
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