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Type 2 & Digestion problems

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Moi C

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I am constantly getting a feeling of sickness which makes me feel like i have a bug. This takes me quite short sometimes and my digestive system comes under attack. I see a reflexologist every month and she has said for some time that she finds a problem with my digestive system. This really has been more common in the last 2 years from when i was diagnosed.

Is this normal and can I take anything to stop it or dumb it down. I lose a couple of days of work through this (not that that takes priority now). I have learnt that my health is more important these days.

Thank You,

Moira :(
 
Hi Moira,
The symptoms you describe could be due to a tummy bug or, if you have them over a long period, are more likely to be to do with your diet. The nausea feeling can sometimes be a result of blood sugar running at too high a level. Cah you give us some idea of your HBA1C and what your typical daily blood sugar levels are?
 
Hello Dennis,

Usually my blood levels are extremely good - my last HBAIC was around 5.8! Yesterday i fluctuated from below 5 to upwards of 11.1 in a day.
 
Hi Moira,
It sounds like your BS is generally under control (although 11.1 is extremely high - presumably this was after a high-carb meal?). Another alternative that you might want to get checked is a gluten intolerance. I have a friend who developed this and had similar symptoms of feeling sick, but in particular after a meal that contained wheat products. It doesn't sound diabetes-linked but there are so many things that could be causing this that it would be wise to consult your doctor about the problem.
 
fortunatley I am seein my GP on Thursday so this will be a good opportunity to discuss at this time. Thank you for your help up to now. Be back to let you know how I get on.

Moi, :)
 
moi

Are you taking meformin by any chance this can upset the stomac, for most this side effect dissappears after a short time, but there are those that can't torrate metformin and need a slight change to there treament
 
Hello,

No I do not take any medication at all so that is ruled out. I am trying my hardest not to go down that route for as long as possible.
 
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