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Newly diagnosed Type 2

Mittzy

Mittzy

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Type of diabetes
Type 2
Hi everyone, I have lurked a few days and am now taking the plunge. I can see that this is a really positive forum, with lots of advice and support.

Apologies but I have added a similar thread in the newly diagnosed forum so just cut it down a bit for here as I realised after posting that I really should have introduced myself first.

I was diagnosed Type 2 before Christmas and ironically I had just lost a stone in weight. Happy Christmas!

I am finding it all quite overwhelming and scary to be honest. Diabetes is in the family and I am already asthmatic and so now have another LT condition to manage. This diagnosis came after a severe chest infection, which triggered my asthma. I needed three courses of steroids to shift it and whilst on them, I was going to the loo a lot and getting really thirsty. Then the diabetes diagnosis followed quickly afterwards.

Looking forward to chatting with you all.
 
Hi and welcome. Be aware that steroids can seriously raise blood sugar levels so it's possible these are the cause but once the steroids are stopped you should return to where you were before. If you are young'ish and have lost weight recently unexpectedly, then do bear in mind that Late onset T1 is always a possibility. I'm not saying you aren't T2 but if the T2 treatment (diet and meds) doesn't get the blood sugar down then bear it in mind. Whatever you do, do get hold of a glucose meter.
 
Just seen your other post which has more info. Looks like you probably are a T2 and do ask for Metformin SR if the bowel issues continue. Yes, cut the carbs down.
 
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