Just a quick introduction. I'm a 71 yr old male and was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes about 9 months ago. I'm taking 2 x 500mg Metformin tablets twice a day and injecting 10 units of insulin each morning. It's a steep learning curve and I'm still struggling to get my blood sugar readings below 7mmol pre-prandial and below 10mmol post-prandial. The cause of my diabetes is probably the chronic pancreatitis which was diagnosed at the same time. I'm also taking Creon to help with digestion - looks like my pancreas has stopped working! I know that diet is probably my main problem - getting used to smaller portions, fewer carbs, more fibre, etc. isn't easy after a lifetime of over-indulgence, but hopefully with the advice in this forum I'll be encouraged to make further lifestyle changes.
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- Thread starter Phil2401
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Hello, @Phil2401
Welcome to the forum.
Seems you have had a tough time, lately. You have come to the right place for good peer support, though.
There is some info for new members in my signature, just below this post. Have a read, and come back with any questions.our members can offer advice and insights based on their experience.
Welcome to the forum.
Seems you have had a tough time, lately. You have come to the right place for good peer support, though.
There is some info for new members in my signature, just below this post. Have a read, and come back with any questions.our members can offer advice and insights based on their experience.
