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NHS Direct doctor says... NO testing when taking Metformin
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<blockquote data-quote="jdmitzi" data-source="post: 891364" data-attributes="member: 193461"><p>This is shocking to hear! I take Metform and Diamicron. I have been instructed by my private health fund and doctor, to test my blood sugar first thing in the morning and 2 hours after eating. They want me to test my blood at least twice a day to find out how the medication is affecting my blood sugar. Without regular testing you will not know how your body is responding to the medication. Ignore dangerous out-dated advice! Read up on the latest treatments and research findings. There is a lot of information out there. Metform is not a cure!. Keep testing and recording your blood sugar. It is your body so take control of your treatment and outright reject bad advice. Try to make healthier choices when you eat and eat in moderation, exercise and sleep well. We all know that for type 2 diabetes that weight and lack of exercise are risk factors. Oh and keep regular contact with a good GP that is up-to-date with the latest information and treatment. I hope you feel better soon. Good luck!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="jdmitzi, post: 891364, member: 193461"] This is shocking to hear! I take Metform and Diamicron. I have been instructed by my private health fund and doctor, to test my blood sugar first thing in the morning and 2 hours after eating. They want me to test my blood at least twice a day to find out how the medication is affecting my blood sugar. Without regular testing you will not know how your body is responding to the medication. Ignore dangerous out-dated advice! Read up on the latest treatments and research findings. There is a lot of information out there. Metform is not a cure!. Keep testing and recording your blood sugar. It is your body so take control of your treatment and outright reject bad advice. Try to make healthier choices when you eat and eat in moderation, exercise and sleep well. We all know that for type 2 diabetes that weight and lack of exercise are risk factors. Oh and keep regular contact with a good GP that is up-to-date with the latest information and treatment. I hope you feel better soon. Good luck! [/QUOTE]
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