. ...My impression is that Doctors just dont know themselves. .........My sister was dx a little after me. She was told she would get worse and that there was no alternative. Luckily she's as curious as me and willing to look up some evidence rather than take something as "gospel".Orson there is a very fatalistic approach to the management of type 2 diabetes...we're often told progression is inevitable our conditions will get worse &.complications are the natural conclusion ..I do not subscribe to that view....I was diagnosed with a BG of 17.4 there was no HbA1c result the lab never gave an HbA1c result on the first test...immediately I was given Metformin 500mgs twice a day...my GP set a target of 10 for the next review...at that review my BG's were 8.2 (I had met the target & beaten it) he looked on his chart all he saw was 8.2 was still in the inadequate range he said 'I am giving you the maximum dose of Metformin' ...I tried to discuss it with him to no avail...I came home feeling defeated with another prescription...then thought about what had just happened...I wrote to him...advised him I was unhappy with the consultation...how upset I was he had not listened to me...how disappointed I was not to be involved in the decision making process. (we had had other issues before) told him I wanted to remain on the lower dose...said we had had difficulties in the past that I wanted to work with him to ensure that did not continue...I delivered the letter & returned home immediately he was on the phone...we discussed it at length...he apologised...now we have an extremely good 'working' relationship...fortunately I persevered...some don't...some don't realise they can playa major part in managing their condition...I believe we can delay/avoid/limit complications...we need to test...we need to be listened to...we need good solid education...no more turgid archaic nonsense courses...some innovation in dietary advice...teach T2's how well they can manage their diabetes...not how it will always get them in the end...some positive reinforcement for a change.
I was being flippant Ian I somehow knew a decent chap like you would not have been! I think some people are lucky in moving if its straightforward but if not its a nightmare.@PenguinMum Nope just always been lucky I guess and had a very utility based view. My family needed a shelter in a reasonable area but this home - family base - was the only place I would ever fit. Always worked out OK and sold our 2 London places same day. Only place I ever felt wholly uncomfortable in was SE25 but Mrs P had family reasons for being there - we stayed about a year as first son was born and I would not have my children grow up there.
They are general practitioners and not specialists true... however even the Diabetic Specialist Nurse who I saw once (that was enough) had similar views...she felt I was obsessive for testing...did not approve of my LCHF diet despite my GP saying he felt my control was excellent...I no longer see her for my reviews I have those with my GP...with the increasing number of T2 diagnoses there is no excuse for supporting something that clearly isn't working...the current NHS approach of the 'eat well' plate the DESMOND course & just go home & take the pills is not effective.. ...My impression is that Doctors just dont know themselves. .........My sister was dx a little after me. She was told she would get worse and that there was no alternative. Luckily she's as curious as me and willing to look up some evidence rather than take something as "gospel".
Hope all goes well.Hi, this morning's fasting level was 5.4.
I'm getting lunch and then a hour's drive across the city (horrible traffic here) to visit my 90 yr mom who has Alzheimer's (early to mid) and lives in a long term care home/nursing home. I would normally take my 92 yr Dad to see her who lives near her in a retirement home/seniors apt but his leg circulation has gotten really bad quickly so my sister is taking him to the hospital. (Neither of them have diabetes). I know she was looking forward to seeing him (he visits once a week, that's all he can manage) - ! visit 3 days a week as does my sister.) I hope that they can do something, he's seen vascular specialists recently but it's worsened badly within the last couple of days.
That's the trouble with T'Iternet you can't detect tone. BTW love the username - is there a story behind it or just a quirky sense of humour?I was being flippant Ian I somehow knew a decent chap like you would not have been! I think some people are lucky in moving if its straightforward but if not its a nightmare.
My youngest son now 24 had below waist motor issues as a child and walked in a waddle. The kids at school called him the Penguin and in a lovable way they walked in a row of penguins around the school yard. After growth and much physio he is now fine though with stiffer legs than most. It was an affectionate label and he was King EmperorThat's the trouble with T'Iternet you can't detect tone. BTW love the username - is there a story behind it or just a quirky sense of humour?
i did thanks dogslife very emotionalWelcome back,karen8967. Bet you've made lots of happy memories.
Glad the Penguin label was affectionate and all ended well.My youngest son now 24 had below waist motor issues as a child and walked in a waddle. The kids at school called him the Penguin and in a lovable way they walked in a row of penguins around the school yard. After growth and much physio he is now fine though with stiffer legs than most. It was an affectionate label and he was King Emperor
Sounds fabulous. I have two sons aged 27 (no significant other) and 24 girlfriend since GCSE year and can only look forward. All we want is for them to be happy and Inam sureyour familyare the same.6.2 for me back from santorini after celebrating my sons wedding never posted bgs while away as run them a little higher than if i was home had a fabulous time very emotional hope everyones well have a great day all
Thanks my eldest son 31 hes the one just married no kids yet and other son 29 girlfriend and 2 boys and your right thats all we wantSounds fabulous. I have two sons aged 27 (no significant other) and 24 girlfriend since GCSE year and can only look forward. All we want is for them to be happy and Inam sureyour familyare the same.
I know you're right - and I can't go to New York and not enjoy a proper bagel! - but I've already located the nearest Walgreen's to my hotel and they have Atkins bars & shakes if all else fails, I can be good once or twice a day
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