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I've had both of mine now and felt fine each time.

I've been started Empagliflozin today. Do I carry on with my gliclazide as well? I'm sure the consultant told me to, but the diabetes nurse is saying no?

Great advice. I did exactly that as I have been lethargic and sleepy continuosly ever since having Covid in March. My testosterone levels are rock bottom, something I never even considered! Worth getting it checked out, also coupled with very low levels of vitamin d. Just had my repeat bloods...

There is no definitive answer to this question really. This virus is so new and still needs working out. I work in a and e, and policies and procedures and advice can change completely from morning to afternoon. Keep washing them hands and keep your distance! Stay safe!

15.5 this morning [emoji35]

Mine was 3.2 this morning

3.2 11:30am

I find on this forum at times it can be a bit doom and gloom. When i was diagnosed, it spurred me on to be smarter about lifestyle choices ect. Anyone else find it a kick up the **** to sort yourselves out? I think i did.

I went on that newcastle diet for four weeks to kick start my weight loss. I have introduced regular exercise back into my life ( swimming, cycling and light weight training). Also now have a low carb lifestyle ( not diet) which helps alot. There is really no secret to losing weight other than...

I was diagnosed with sleep apnoea, and currently use a cpap machine, life changing! Coupled now with exercise and eating better, I've never had so much energy! Worth getting checked out for it. Takes a bit to get used to, but you soon take it to it! Keep us posted! Sent from the Diabetes...

I also have curbed drinking which has helped alot. Like everything, once you tale healthy options, things seem to sort themselves out. Don't get stressed over the protien. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Sounds crazy but, it could be your footwear! I was having small bumps on my feet which we're driving me crazy! I seen the doctor and she mentioned my shoes, that they actually might be caused by friction! I have bought inserts to keep them fresh and a bit softer. I also gave a good course of...

I had the same thing. Have cut down carbs and have been drinking loads of water, everything was good! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

What did you have for breakfast? Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

I hope to lose that much! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

On my 5th day and have lost 7lbs day 3 was horrible, i could have ate people! The home made soups have s been a positive! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Im using slim fast and making my own soups, second day on this diet Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Guess i need to watch a bit have woken up at the wrong tram stop a few to many times! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

I take metformin 3 x 500a day, lager and cider and my drink ! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

It seems these days after a few drinks I struggle to stay awake, or just plain pass out. This never used to be a problem, only noticed it a few months before being diagnosed as type 2. Could this be related to my diabetes?