Back on the horse

Long story short, was diagnosed almost 3 years ago with a hba1c of 103. Managed to get it down to 53 within a few months after cutting out obvious carbs. Got a bit blasé and starting having a few more treats, until eventually I returned to carbs (albeit not in pre-diagnosis quantities).

Been too scared to test my bloods for ages, but finally went to the doctors on Fri and got my bloods tested - my GP has asked me to come in in around 3 weeks, so my assumption is that my a1c is back in the high range, but not immediately hazardous.

I've kept off the 3 stone weight loss, and also stuck to not eating breakfast so maybe it's not as bad as it used to be.

Currently on Day 3 of low carb and zero alcohol. Hopefully by the time my appointment comes round I can demonstrate that I've significantly reduced by BGS, and therefore avoid metformin and / or insulin.

Wish me luck.

Oldvatr said:

You should be able to ask the GP receptionist for the HbA1c result from your test. You may have to ask in person rather than over the phone, but for me, I am such a p.i.t.a that they recognise my dulcet tones, and will give me results over the phone.

It is normal for the GP to arrange a follow up meeting to an Hba1c in case any medication issues need addressing, and they may also do a foot check, or arrange for the nurse to do a physical. They will probably try to foist statins onto you at every occasion. I assume you are T2D, Three weeks is an emergency appointment at my GP's, and I have not seen my doctor for 8 months now.

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I had my foot check at the surgery last week as part of my 'induction', which was thankfully all clear! In terms of statins, I have FH (Familial Hypercholsterolaemia) so I'm on the max dose already.

The results are in, and they’re bad. HBA1C was 112mmol/l as of two weeks ago.

I’ve been prescribed 80mg of Gliclazide per day, so I’ll be combining that with low carb and seeing whether I can get into remission again.

Wish I’d not spent so long in denial or let it get this bad, but I do feel a certain relief in knowing exactly where I’m at and taking action.

Thanks guys.

Feeling a bit low still but tomorrow is a due day.

Marianne67 said:

Hope you are feeling better now @LeftPeg

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Thank you! Feeling much more positive thanks. Only four days in but I’m sticking to it and I’m seeing readings in single figures. Lowest so far 8.2.

Just got a 5.9 after a 2 mile walk! Had to retest because I couldn’t believe it. Woke up to 17.5 on Friday. Low carb is amazing.