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Its very much possible to be t2 and not ever need to be on medication or insulin and just be diet controlled for 30+ years and not have complications or anything form D ... but its not common but its possible, I know because my mom was T2 and was never on insulin or medication just 100% diet controlled for about 40 years.

It is a bit much at first yes, but you'll settle into things as things setting into your brain of what your new reality is and ya getting the weight down can help things, but like other's have said there are think t2s out there - also not everyone has signs of D when told they have it. I had 0 signs of being T1 that when I got told I was like your kidding right? I totally didn't believe because I had 0 of the classic signs of it. My mom was the same for T2, she was at weight (as was I) neither of us had the classic signs or pointers for being diabetic (I was vegetarian for 10 years before getting told I was T1, my mom went vegetarian 10 years before she passed and normalized her glucose control in the process).

Information is power and the internet is full of information which isn't all powerful as it could be but you can still learn what is on offer and take away from it what feels right and works for you and apply it in your day to day life.
 
CaptainKirst said:
Hello!

I have been lurking on here for the past week or so and decided I should probably join and say Hello. So Hello *waves*

I was diagnosed with type 2 on 28/10/14 - Not likely to forget it - ended up crying all over the nurse. I felt terrible anger and guilt with myself, I am vastly overweight and it's been a problem for a while - but ever optimistic I thought 'I have time' - never going to tell myself that again. I have just turned 32.

I found my blood tests hard to understand but think I have got my head round them now - I had a fasting blood of 7.2 and the hba1c was 45 (6.3) - If I am right (and I am sure someone can tell me) - the fasting blood puts me in the 'diabetic' category and the other one 'nearly' - so to speak. I now know that my father also has diabetes (type 2) - long story.

I have been told not to purchase a blood testing kit? does that sound right? That I don't need pills and obviously need to get my weight under control - which I have made good progress with this past week They also found my blood pressure to be high and have just put me on Ramipril 2.5 - I am hoping with weight loss this will rectify itself but happy that its been spotted.

I had no idea that I had diabetes - I went in to the doctors just feeling below par and very tired. I wasn't excessively urinating or thirsty (the stuff the google machine throws at you). I kept thinking I was having the start of a cold but it never came to anything.

After the initial shock, I now feel, I have been given a chance to sort myself out and I am grateful that I am being monitored.

Kirst
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Hi Kirsty I am a newby too. However I did a post recently wishing I had been diagnosed sooner or that I could have changed my diet and exercise when as an educated person I knew that my being overweight, parents having had type 2 and my over indulgence at business lunches etc. Your numbers dont look too bad so you should be able to get it under control. Lots of support here. My numbers and weight have come down dramatically i just two weeks and I feel great. That's YOUR opportunity once the initial shock has subsided and you turn to how you are going to beat it and enjoy a healthy and wonderful new life. Best of luck.
 
Thank you to everyone that has replied...I was nervous joining a forum but there seems to be a lot of support for each other which is lovely.

My first proper week, watching what I eat, has gone well. I have lost 5lbs. Got a lot to go but it is a start.

I'm not on a particular low carb "diet" yet, I'm limiting carbs and swapping for better alternatives but it is something I am going to look at once I've had a good read of everything. I will definitely get a meter in the next month or so, think it's good to know what's working and what doesn't.

I'm glad to have been caught early, if only to know that I'm in the system and getting looked at. Without this, it's probable that I wouldn't have been so swift to act. I don't feel down about it, just that it's a good opportunity for me to take better care of myself and pay attention instead of buying my head.

Thanks everyone xx

Kirst
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Hi image.jpg To the forum Andrea.
 
My DN explained that up to 42 was normal 43-48 was pre-diabetes, and then above that is diabetic. Although your fasting one should be no higher than 7. So I would ask for more information when not so emotional. I was only diagnosed a few days before you - so it's all new to me too.

My readings were 50 with a fasting of 7.6, so not much higher than you. I got my monitor a week after my diagnosis and test before and eating 'new' foods. Have changed to wholemeal bread - in 5 weeks I have only had 3 roast potatoes!! No pasta or rice - no more than 80g to 100g of carbs per day. I feel more confident about my food choices by being able to test. For the first week I really don't think I was eating enough - I think had if I had carried on I would have made myself ill!

My DN agrees that the NHS is short-sighted, by not providing monitors - especially for us just over the borderline - it could save a hell of a lot on medication (for stress/depression as well as the diabetes itself). My DN does not want to put me on medication unless my change in eating habits doesn't bring my sugars down to a 'safe' level (not just what I eat - but a more structured diet - ie not skipping meals). I was really pleased about this, the GP who gave me my results told me the DN would put me straight on medication, if my condition progresses I accept that I may need medication in the future. Good luck.
 
Donna68 said:
My DN explained that up to 42 was normal 43-48 was pre-diabetes, and then above that is diabetic. Although your fasting one should be no higher than 7. So I would ask for more information when not so emotional. I was only diagnosed a few days before you - so it's all new to me too.

My readings were 50 with a fasting of 7.6, so not much higher than you. I got my monitor a week after my diagnosis and test before and eating 'new' foods. Have changed to wholemeal bread - in 5 weeks I have only had 3 roast potatoes!! No pasta or rice - no more than 80g to 100g of carbs per day. I feel more confident about my food choices by being able to test. For the first week I really don't think I was eating enough - I think had if I had carried on I would have made myself ill!

My DN agrees that the NHS is short-sighted, by not providing monitors - especially for us just over the borderline - it could save a hell of a lot on medication (for stress/depression as well as the diabetes itself). My DN does not want to put me on medication unless my change in eating habits doesn't bring my sugars down to a 'safe' level (not just what I eat - but a more structured diet - ie not skipping meals). I was really pleased about this, the GP who gave me my results told me the DN would put me straight on medication, if my condition progresses I accept that I may need medication in the future. Good luck.
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Sounds like you are taking a good approach. How are your fasting and post meal blood glucose levels now?

There's normal (or good) blood glucose levels for diabetics, then there's actual normal:

http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/16422495.php
 
Donna68 said:
My DN explained that up to 42 was normal 43-48 was pre-diabetes, and then above that is diabetic. Although your fasting one should be no higher than 7. So I would ask for more information when not so emotional. I was only diagnosed a few days before you - so it's all new to me too.

My readings were 50 with a fasting of 7.6, so not much higher than you. I got my monitor a week after my diagnosis and test before and eating 'new' foods. Have changed to wholemeal bread - in 5 weeks I have only had 3 roast potatoes!! No pasta or rice - no more than 80g to 100g of carbs per day. I feel more confident about my food choices by being able to test. For the first week I really don't think I was eating enough - I think had if I had carried on I would have made myself ill!

My DN agrees that the NHS is short-sighted, by not providing monitors - especially for us just over the borderline - it could save a hell of a lot on medication (for stress/depression as well as the diabetes itself). My DN does not want to put me on medication unless my change in eating habits doesn't bring my sugars down to a 'safe' level (not just what I eat - but a more structured diet - ie not skipping meals). I was really pleased about this, the GP who gave me my results told me the DN would put me straight on medication, if my condition progresses I accept that I may need medication in the future. Good luck.
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Hi Donna

I think they took into account that my dad has type 2 as well, at least, that was the impression I got. I have just purchased a meter (I mean, literally, just clicked on the pay button) so looking forward to getting it and seeing what's going on, what hurts, what helps etc.

I had a bit of a funny for a couple of weeks....think I was very focused on diagnosis and then I got very angry. I guess it is normal to be a little all over the place. I feel in a massive panic about my weight at the moment....It'll pass. I think its just because I want to know I am achieving/doing something. Up until now I have just been doing slimming world but keeping the carbs to a minimum rather than going too extreme - having said that, I will have a better indication of what they(carbs) are doing to me once the meter arrives.

Thanks for your messsage.
 
CaptainKirst said:
Hi Donna

I think they took into account that my dad has type 2 as well, at least, that was the impression I got. I have just purchased a meter (I mean, literally, just clicked on the pay button) so looking forward to getting it and seeing what's going on, what hurts, what helps etc.

I had a bit of a funny for a couple of weeks....think I was very focused on diagnosis and then I got very angry. I guess it is normal to be a little all over the place. I feel in a massive panic about my weight at the moment....It'll pass. I think its just because I want to know I am achieving/doing something. Up until now I have just been doing slimming world but keeping the carbs to a minimum rather than going too extreme - having said that, I will have a better indication of what they(carbs) are doing to me once the meter arrives.

Thanks for your messsage.
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Hi CaptainKirst...totally get that, the initial shock and then. You might get a pleasant surprise at how much weight you might lose. I am sure of that!!
 
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