snurger said:BS readings up to 22.3, rarely below 10.
HbA1c: 8.6 and increasing!
Male - Age 62.5 Weight 18st 9lb. Height 5'7" Waist 57" BMI 41
Daily Medication: 4x 500mg Metformin. 1x 100mg Januvia.
snurger said:I don't really want to be on Insulin - can anyone help me?
True enough, although personally (T1 with no choice) I don't think it's that bad. However, snurger didn't mention the proposed insulin regime - most type 2 diabetics will start on basal insulin only (once or twice daily injections that you can do at home). If hypos are a problem then more modern analogues are available that cause fewer hypos (in case you are worried)you should make yourself aware just how difficult that can be (constant injections, measuring doses and potential hypos)
borderter said:Going on to insulin was a massive relief to me after nothing else touched the bgs. It gives you control especially if its basal/bolus ,so dont be afraid we all have to start at some point,and if it helps PM me and will do my best to be an insulin buddy
swimmer2 said:borderter said:Going on to insulin was a massive relief to me after nothing else touched the bgs. It gives you control especially if its basal/bolus ,so dont be afraid we all have to start at some point,and if it helps PM me and will do my best to be an insulin buddy
Sorry , but I disagree as I am on Basal/Bolus and my control has been all over the place - constant near-hypos, like chasing bubbles in wallpaper. It's much better now that I'm low carbing at the same time and my insulin doses are much smaller.
:clap:Grazer said:Your choice. A big one. I'd try the diet first. You probably know you should as well, but are looking at ways of controlling your BGs (insulin) while still eating wagon wheels. Won't work.
Yessnurger said:I'm struggling!
Agreesnurger said:Recent results have not been too good
You look screwed.snurger said:BS readings up to 22.3, rarely below 10.
HbA1c: 8.6 and increasing!
I know someone with a BMI of 41 wouldn't call them cuddlysnurger said:I'm a "bit" on the "cuddly" side!!
Yes **** right you are matey.snurger said:Perhaps I'm in denial
catherinecherub said:Stop burying your head in the sand and man up to your responsibilities for yourself and your family.
Cjmen said:It wouldnt have been suggested that you need to be on insulin if it wasnt the best way forward for you medically.
Cjmen said:My opinion, It wouldnt have been suggested that you need to be on insulin if it wasnt the best way forward for you medically. Whether you or anyone else 'wants' to be on insulin is not relevant here. Just do it and adapt and as xyzzy said, think about your family. Its not the end of the world but speaking as someone who has been on insulin for 23 years I am satisfied I am taking the best course of action for me. My life has adapted to the requirements but it has never stopped me doing anything and for the sake of my family I am doing all I can to make sure I can be here and support them for a while to come.
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