type 2

  1. catmazdo

    Type 2 - Now on insulin

    Hi All, it’s been some time since I’ve been here! I’ve been type 2 for about 6 years now. Unfortunately I’ve had a bit of a nose dive recently and as such I’ve been taken off the tablets and I’m now on Abasaglar (12 units once a day) and Fiasp fast acting. Plus 1 glucophage tablet per day...
  2. S

    Forxiga

    Hi everyone, Looking for advice from anyone on a new drug I’ve been put on. I’ve been T2 for 6 years (diagnosed at 42) thus far on metformin (2 tabs twice a day) plus one Atorvastatin, Doctor has now added Forxiga, one tablet per day. I’ve had better control in the past, managed to get down to...
  3. S

    Insulin ?

    Looking for Type 2 person’s experience with moving onto slow acting insulin. I’ve been diabetic T2 for 20+ years. Initially on meds, including metformin. Managed to stop glicazide, sitagliptin and now just take Metformin. My Hbaic Is slowly creeping up. Been on LCHF for a long time with a...
  4. D

    Type 2 Drinking Once In A While...

    So I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes approx 2 months ago. Apparently according to the symptoms it seems that I have had diabetes for about a year or two. The constant thirst and constant bathroom visits apparently is a big sign of it. During those years I had been drinking a lot so...
  5. Jam&Scones

    The journey so far...

    Hello all, I guess I never got to properly introduce myself, but thought, after my last HbA1C, this would be a good opportunity to share my story for others. I was diagnosed with Diabetes back in August 2019 and have since then followed a LCHF diet (almost hitting keto ranges at times, but not...
  6. W

    Veganuary?

    My mum bought me a book called ‘The Reverse Diabetes Diet’ and it’s basically a vegan plan. I’m currently completely unmanaged and my sugars are out of control so thought I might give it a go for January as a few of my colleagues are attempting Veganuary. Has anyone else tried a vegan diet and...
  7. poemagraphic

    IN REMISSION

    So last Monday afternoon, I had an appointment with a diabetic nurse at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. Being a dietitian, she talked at length about… yes, you guessed it diet and food. What she did not talk about, was my diet, and what food I was eating! On her screen see could...
  8. F

    18 months on from diagnosis

    So today marks 18 months since I was diagnosed with type 2, with HBA1c of 84, weighing in at 150KG. My current Stats are 28 for the last two HBA1c, and weigh 92KG (im tall aha) Had a load of health issues which as of today seem to be resolved ❤. I had high blood pressure, which is now normal...
  9. JoKalsbeek

    Chocolates

    While we were visiting with my mom yesterday, she came up with a whole box of chocolate praliné's. I haven't lived in Tilburg for well over a decade now, so I didn't catch the developments at what used to be my childhood idea of heaven; Chocolatier Boulanger, with it's large glittering chandlier...
  10. U

    Cant sleep

    Hi. I haven't been able to sleep on and off for 2 years now. GP told me to look online for tips and listen to calm music. I thought maybe it's my diabetes but I found that most people with high blood sugar readings fall asleep quite easily. My blood sugars have been playing up for 5 years and...
  11. BrianTheElder

    Vitamin B complex supplement

    I just had my annual review with the diabetes nurse at my GP practice. All was fine, my results were spot on apart from my lipids, which are OK with me, but a little high on their guidelines. She asked if I was still taking statins, I said no and she didn't pursue it. However, she suggested...
  12. W

    Hi

    I was diagnosed with TYPE 2 Diabetes last year, suspected had few years though. I'm honestly very scared and already have neuropathy and am afraid of losing my eye sight.
  13. JohnyT2

    T2 - Done and dusted Half Marathon - 21.1 Kms

    We all know Diabetes T2 is an lifestyle issue and more or less most of the affected ones are those who are over weight and not very active. None the less, if we can decide to change ourselves and challenge ourselves our body can do miracles. For me even jogging for 100meter was a herculean...
  14. dabbit

    Type 2 Test Strips and lancets

    I've just gone to order my monthly prescription and all my lancets and tests strips have completely vanished from the order page. Obviously, I cannot contact the surgery until Monday, but has this happened to anyone else/ My insulin is still on there, as too are my other medications. Seems a bit...
  15. C

    Approved Online Diabetes Study at Massachusetts General Hospital

    Are you 18 or older, and do you have type 2 diabetes? Are you interested in increasing your engagement in healthy behaviors, like physical activity or a healthy diet? If so, we invite you to complete a research survey about health, emotions, and your opinions on text messages to promote health...
  16. M

    New to forums, unfortunately not new to diabetes

    Hello, my name is Mike. I was diagnosed about 7 years ago as type 2. I have been taking metformin and glyburide, but I have to admit, I don't do it like I am supposed to. I also don't go to the doctor like I should either. I know, I'm not a very good patient. lol I have tried eating healthier...
  17. S

    Type 2 now no longer producing insulin

    I've been Type 2 since I was 27. I'm now 62. Problem is my pancreas no longer produces insulin based on my peptide results. My insurance now classifies me as Type 1 which is good. They now pay for an insulin pump and CGM. (US resident. Private insurance) Does anyone else fall into this category...
  18. T

    Type 2 Is it worth further investigation?

    hi there, I’m a 45 year old woman who is 13st 5 and 5 foot 5. My dad is type 2, non insulin and I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes with my first son 15 years ago but nothing since or in my second pregnancy 12 years ago. I’m very much like my dad genetically we have the same skin...
  19. F

    Fasting to lower glucose levels

    hi How long do I need to fast to get my levels down? I woke up with 14.6 and haven’t eaten anything yet. So 20h in, it is still at 12,2. Went to the park with kids and been active and it’s still not down. I had a naan with curry last night, I know not a good dinner at all. I really want to...
  20. A

    Tyoe 2 diabetic high hba1c and now pregnant

    Hi I am 29 years old and I have type 2 diabetes my hba1c level was quite high when checked recently. I have now found out I'm pregnant and I'm really worried as I have read a lot that diabetes especially that which is pre existing and poorly controlled can cause birth defects. Before I found...