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Needing the loo

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Hi ,
Ive been T1 for about 8 months, blood sugar is usually well controlled with only occasional 15+

I always seem to need the loo really often though, not sure why?! :oops:
 
Cricketer,

Needing to go to the loo a lot can sometimes mean that diabetes is uncontrolled, however as you say your bg are well controlled, I would go along to see your gp and discuss this matter as soon as possible. Not everything is diabetes related, so always best to get these things checked out.

Nigel
 
I have 'irritable bladder' syndrome which means I need to wee more than the average bod but I've also noticed over the years that my need to wee will increase if I am plus 10 on the BG monitor. it's prob a personal thing but keep an eye on your BG's and do as already suggested, get some tests done as it may be totally un-diabetes related!
 
Debloubed said:
I have 'irritable bladder' syndrome which means I need to wee more than the average bod but I've also noticed over the years that my need to wee will increase if I am plus 10 on the BG monitor. it's prob a personal thing but keep an eye on your BG's and do as already suggested, get some tests done as it may be totally un-diabetes related!
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Debs,

I too have 'irritable bladder syndrome', I think I had it for years but never realised always assuming that it was due to my diabetes. A few months back after consulting with my gp, I decided to adjust my diet and cut out drinking caffeinated tea and coffee and replace with decaff versions, I also cut out acidic foods such as tomatoes and onions (which I loved and ate everyday) to see what the results would bring. After only 1 week I felt much better, and the constant ache and need to urinate became less over the coming weeks, and instead of waking twice a night to visit the loo, I can now go all-night without a pee, or if I have been drinking late perhaps go just the once.

Should you google 'irritable bladder/bowel' you will find that the dietary advice is to eliminate caffeine and spicy/acidic foods to ease the condition.............maybe worth a try!

Nigel
 
thanks Nige, I too had the same advice and drink caffeine free where possible but never knew about the acidic foods? I also had some tablets but they dried my skin up so much I had to stop taking them! I average about 4 times a night so to go all night long without having to get up would be my dream :lol: it's one of those weird things I have grown to live with I suppose? bit like Diabetes :wink:
 
Another little tip Debs, include pumpkin seeds in your diet, they are full of goodness and contain good fats, but most importantly they are supposedly good for irritable bladder/bowel conditions. I use mine on my breakfast cereal, very delicious with a nutty taste! :)

Nigel
 
I will add them to my shopping list! thanks for the tip :D
 
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