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Hi folks. I'm new to the forum but have been type 2 for about 7 years now. Live in Brighton, UK.
Glucose was under control for about 4 years (6.0 ave.) but I seem to be struggling now.
I have just started going to the local diabetic clinic on the support is great.
They increased my Glicazide and things seem to be getting into shape now. Still a way to go though. I am on Metformin and Sitagliptin too. Also I am hoping they can convince my doctor to let me have test strips on prescription now.
I've never managed to convince the doctor myself. They always say ' but you are only type 2'.

My aim is to stay off insulin for as long as possible.
 
Well done for managing it so far, what's your diet like?
 
You should get strips now as Gliclazide lowers BG levels so you need to keep an eye on things. Hopefully yours will see sense. Good luck.


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dawnmc said:
Well done for managing it so far, what's your diet like?
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Hi. Diet is not bad. My wife looks after me and nags when I stray. My weakness is that I have a sweet tooth.
I find it easier now that I am testing the blood glucose regularly because I see the result of what I eat so I am more aware.
I am just going back to the gym also after a 3 month lay off. Had angina. Right coronary artery. Got a stent now so am firing on all cylinders again.
Forgot to say, I am 63 and BMI 24.5.
 
Just read this!! And if you drive you have to test your blood by law before driving so you can use this to inform your doctor this as you are on gliclizide


Type 2 diagnosed 24/01/2013.
Novomix 30, Victoza, metformin 2000mg sr (but not taking them as they play havoc with my insides,
 
Hi and welcome to the forum:)
Glad you could get your test strips. If there is anything you want to know just ask and someone will be able to help.
 
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