I had necrotising pancreatitis in June last year. Told I had lost 60-70% of the use of my pancreas. Was in four different hospitals over 3 months. Off work 5.5 months. Was so poorly my family thought they were going to lose me. I wasn't warned diabetes could be set off by this, or if I was I was so ill I didn't take it in.
I had problems with dizziness over last two or three months and went to my GP because I thought it may be high blood pressure. They did blood tests and I'm diabetic. I assumed it was T2, but from what I've read on the pancreatitis forum it's more likely T3C
Also in the mix I had my gallbladder out in October, as the pancreatitis was caused by 'sludge' in my gallbladder. When I went for my follow up appointment my consultant wasn't surprised that I'd been diagnosed.
I've been on Glicazade since 13 Dec, and also Metformin since 20 Dec, so early days.
I'm also testing twice a day. Morning readings are generally between 10 and 12. Night time readings are between 14 and 19. I know these are extremely high, and the GP is aware of these readings too.
How to I get it lower, or do I need to be more patient?! I don't drink, haven't since last June, was told to eat low fat, and now am low sugar as well. (feel like a right fun sponge at social events now!)
Also what can I expect in the future, I know no one has a crystal ball, but I would be grateful for any pointers just so I'm prepared.
Thank you for reading, I've rambled on a bit!
I had problems with dizziness over last two or three months and went to my GP because I thought it may be high blood pressure. They did blood tests and I'm diabetic. I assumed it was T2, but from what I've read on the pancreatitis forum it's more likely T3C
Also in the mix I had my gallbladder out in October, as the pancreatitis was caused by 'sludge' in my gallbladder. When I went for my follow up appointment my consultant wasn't surprised that I'd been diagnosed.
I've been on Glicazade since 13 Dec, and also Metformin since 20 Dec, so early days.
I'm also testing twice a day. Morning readings are generally between 10 and 12. Night time readings are between 14 and 19. I know these are extremely high, and the GP is aware of these readings too.
How to I get it lower, or do I need to be more patient?! I don't drink, haven't since last June, was told to eat low fat, and now am low sugar as well. (feel like a right fun sponge at social events now!)
Also what can I expect in the future, I know no one has a crystal ball, but I would be grateful for any pointers just so I'm prepared.
Thank you for reading, I've rambled on a bit!