- Hey guys, newbie here and it's my birthday so be nice.
Not diagnosed but have worried about diabetes for a while as have had random symptoms for a while and runs in families.
Last few days I been getting dehydrated and noticed im constantly thirsty. The thing with this is I'm usually bad for drinking and don't drink very much as I'm never thirsty and if I do drink recommended amount (8 cups) then 8 can't stop peeing. Anyway like I said last few days I been constantly thirsty, top of mouth not dry but furry. But once I've had about 4 or 5 cups of water I then can't stop peeing. Like every 10 minutes at some points. I drink something and I'm immediately thirsty again. My urine after a while becomes completely crystal clear like water too.
I've made an appointment for Monday with my drs surgery to get my blood tested. I think this must be a random test as I asked the receptionist if I needed to fast and she said no.
Today I'm feeling nauseous and not great. I'm worried or wondering if my blood sugar could be high. As someone not diagnosed I've got no way of checking my levels and no insulin or medication.
I read about the serious complications of high blood sugar and the symptoms and it's freaking me out. What are the clear symptoms I need to be looking out for with extreme high or low sugar levels.
Is there a way I can bring my levels back down without medication other than drinking loads of water? I did try and go for a 1hr walk this morning, but it hasn't made much difference to how I feel.
Slightly scared
All the best
Ben
Never worry about people being unkind to a newby here; everyone was once in your shoes: scared, knowing something's up, but what?
You've gotten some grand advice already. But yeah, you're doing the right thing getting a GP involved. If you're feeling really rotten though, feel free to call 111 and ask them for guidance. Mention the thirst, frequent urination and the nausea, the suspicion of diabetes, which runs in the family and being quite unwell. Don't leave anything out if you do call them, okay? (And if you feel scared and unwell, calling them might be a good idea no matter which way you turn it.)
If you can get to a pharmacy, today, get a blood glucose meter. That'll tell you right-quick how you're doing. Share the results with us if you want/need interpreting. We can't diagnose, but we can tell you whether something's off or concerning.
In the meantime, cut carbs, just to make sure. Practically all carbs turn to glucose once ingested, so even the stuff that's not sweet can raise blood sugars. You might be surprised what isn't good for a (potential) diabetic.
https://josekalsbeek.blogspot.com/2019/11/the-nutritional-thingy.html should help you decide what to eat and what not to, without getting too bogged down in details. (It's my own little quick-start guide). It's geared towards T2's though, and since you don't know what's going on yet, T1, T2, one of many other types or no diabetic at all... Take it easy and don't do anything too drastic. I'm Dutch so I might be reading your handle wrong, but if you have aspergers, food can maybe be a bit complicated for you? But there's more people here who have issues with foods and figure work-arounds out. So don't despair just yet, okay? If it is T2, diet can help get you back into the normal range, but it is not the end all and be all: medication or insulin is an option, if diet isn't. For all other types it's mainly medication and insulin, but it's not a foregone conclusion yet eh.
As for the blood test ordered by the doc, it's likely to be a HbA1c, and you don't have to fast for that. It's an average of the past 3 months' worth of blood sugars.
You'll be okay, whatever way this turns out. Have some hope, tied up with a bow, for your birthday.
Jo