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HBA1C change

Discussion in 'Type 2 Diabetes' started by AnnM99, Jul 23, 2021.

  1. AnnM99

    AnnM99 · Well-Known Member

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    Hi everyone,
    I thought I would share my news ...
    Diagnosed T2 3rd June with BS of 86 and Cholesterol of 6.8. I was devastated. Told to take Gliclazide but said I would do diet first so have just focused on diet, exercise, stress level reduction etc.
    I had to have more bloods done yesterday for Thyroid, Kidney function etc. I was cheeky and asked for the BS and Cholesterol to be checked too - even though I know it is a 'proper' reading after 12 weeks. They agreed.
    Got my results today:
    BS now 60 which I know is still too high but 6 weeks to go before my retest.
    Cholesterol 5.6.
    I am happy.
    BMI done from 26.5 to 24. Doing Low carb diet. Weight coming of nicely without much effort and without feeling hungry. Feeling better than ever - tummy shrinking and now getting fasting readings of 5.5 in the morning.
    I am feeling hopeful.
     
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    #1 AnnM99, Jul 23, 2021 at 1:04 PM
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  2. Smallbrit

    Smallbrit Type 2 · Well-Known Member

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    Congratulations! That's wonderful!
     
    #2 Smallbrit, Jul 23, 2021 at 1:18 PM
  3. AnnM99

    AnnM99 · Well-Known Member

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    Thank you. I could cry with happiness.
     
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    #3 AnnM99, Jul 23, 2021 at 2:34 PM
  4. Dr Snoddy

    Dr Snoddy Type 2 · Well-Known Member

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    Great progress, well done!
     
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    #4 Dr Snoddy, Jul 23, 2021 at 3:14 PM
  5. Phoenix55

    Phoenix55 Prediabetes · Well-Known Member

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    Well done. Take a note of your body measurements. When your weight loss stalls, you may see that it is because your body is redistributing itself and will be encouraged to keep going.
     
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    #5 Phoenix55, Jul 23, 2021 at 4:38 PM
  6. Rachox

    Rachox Type 2 (in remission!) · Master

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    Very well done! Keep up the good work!
     
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    #6 Rachox, Jul 23, 2021 at 4:43 PM
  7. AnnM99

    AnnM99 · Well-Known Member

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    Thank you.
     
    #7 AnnM99, Jul 23, 2021 at 5:56 PM
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