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Hiya all, im Paul and im a Newby here. Im a type 2 diabetic. I was diagnosed about 2years ago(ish) and I really struggle to manage my diabetes. It seems that no matter what I eat, I always have very high blood sugar.

Ive joined up so hopefully I can get some helpful advice and information. With any luck, I may be able to start putting myself on the right track lol
 
Hi Paul,
Welcome to the forum 🙂
What kind of treatment are you on at the moment, any medication at all?

Do you test your blood glucose yourself at home? What is your diet like also?

Loads of lovely people on this forum, withnloads of useful advice, so ask lots of questions!
 
Hiya! I take a load of meds, im currently taking 2 500mg of metformin each morning, one simvastatin 40 mg, candesartan 8 mg, glimepride 2 mg, sitagliptin 50 mg.

Im supposed to take the simvastatin at night, but I always forget about it, along with 2 more metformin.

My diet has been really bad, though now im trying to change it. My favourite foods are loaded with carbs, though ive started trying to cut them out as much as I can.

I dont check my bg as much as I should, but part of the reason for that is that my levels are always high no matter what I seem to do.

Tbh, im just a really bad diabetic. But im hoping to change that and start taking some real control over looking after myself.
 
Paul_w said:
Hiya! I take a load of meds, im currently taking 2 500mg of metformin each morning, one simvastatin 40 mg, candesartan 8 mg, glimepride 2 mg, sitagliptin 50 mg.

Im supposed to take the simvastatin at night, but I always forget about it, along with 2 more metformin.

My diet has been really bad, though now im trying to change it. My favourite foods are loaded with carbs, though ive started trying to cut them out as much as I can.

I dont check my bg as much as I should, but part of the reason for that is that my levels are always high no matter what I seem to do.

Tbh, im just a really bad diabetic. But im hoping to change that and start taking some real control over looking after myself.
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Paul no need to be so hard on yourself...takes time...I spent years eating the wrong foods...lack of activity...suddenly diabetic...now realising how hard it is completely changing your life style...currently managing with metformin twice a day...so can't comment on the other meds you take...used to take meds for blood pressure...supposed to take before went to bed...forgot them so often...you're not the only one!!...good start to your new resolve to tackle your diabetes...you are here...just wondering what your BG levels are?...you haven't mentioned them (as far as I can see...but only had one coffee so far this morning could be that)...and what HbA1c results were...you just need the right support...with some advice and assistance...you'll get there.
 
Hi Paul and welcome to the forum. This place is great for help and advice. Im sure you'll get yourself sorted soon.
 
Bubbsie said:
Paul no need to be so hard on yourself...takes time...I spent years eating the wrong foods...lack of activity...suddenly diabetic...now realising how hard it is completely changing your life style...currently managing with metformin twice a day...so can't comment on the other meds you take...used to take meds for blood pressure...supposed to take before went to bed...forgot them so often...you're not the only one!!...good start to your new resolve to tackle your diabetes...you are here...just wondering what your BG levels are?...you haven't mentioned them (as far as I can see...but only had one coffee so far this morning could be that)...and what HbA1c results were...you just need the right support...with some advice and assistance...you'll get there.
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Hiya there, what is the hba1c? I know that when I was diagnosed my bg was at 24.
My bg now fluctuates from around 10 - 19 but im trying to lower it.
Im gunna make an appointment with the docs for a full diabetes check up and go from there
 
Paul_w said:
Hiya there, what is the hba1c? I know that when I was diagnosed my bg was at 24.
My bg now fluctuates from around 10 - 19 but im trying to lower it.
Im gunna make an appointment with the docs for a full diabetes check up and go from there
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The HbA1c test is a blood test done at either diagnosis or at your first review at usually three month...then quarterly intervals...once you establish control/management of your diabetes could be extended to every six months or even 12 ...it shows the average level of your BG for the last two to three months...at diagnosis my test did not give me an HbA1c result...like you I was given the figure in percentages...17.4 for me...since then have had a couple of HbA1c tests which show I am managing my diabetes to a reasonable degree...sounds sensible to have a full check up with GP...then you can plan how to get those BG's lower...good luck...and keep us updated.
 
Welcome to the forum, you have come to the right place for help, support and inspiration.
 
Bubbsie said:
The HbA1c test is a blood test done at either diagnosis or at your first review at usually three month...then quarterly intervals...once you establish control/management of your diabetes could be extended to every six months or even 12 ...it shows the average level of your BG for the last two to three months...at diagnosis my test did not give me an HbA1c result...like you I was given the figure in percentages...17.4 for me...since then have had a couple of HbA1c tests which show I am managing my diabetes to a reasonable degree...sounds sensible to have a full check up with GP...then you can plan how to get those BG's lower...good luck...and keep us updated.
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Cheers! I will keep you guys informed, ive just booked the necessary appointments, so hopefully I'll get back to you soon!
 
Paul_w said:
Cheers! I will keep you guys informed, ive just booked the necessary appointments, so hopefully I'll get back to you soon!
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Good Paul...take that bull by the horns approach when necessary...sure you will do fine...interesting to hear how you progress...good luck.
 
Paul_w said:
Cheers! I will keep you guys informed, ive just booked the necessary appointments, so hopefully I'll get back to you soon!
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BTW, ive just checked my bg, its at 14.6 mmol/l. I believe that its fairly high.
The thing is I havnt eaten anything yet and there is no reason for it to be that high. But this is what happens most times that I check
 
Paul_w said:
BTW, ive just checked my bg, its at 14.6 mmol/l. I believe that its fairly high.
The thing is I havnt eaten anything yet and there is no reason for it to be that high. But this is what happens most times that I check
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There is a something called Dawn Phenomenon if you do a forum search you will find lots of threads on it. The liver basically pumps out glucose ready for the day head.
 
Paul, were you overweight at diagnosis? Excuse the personal question, but there are many people, including myself, who were diagnosed as type 2, and actually have late onset type one. Also known as type 1.5 or LADA (latent autoimmune diabetes of adulthood - I think that's the correct acronym!) although weight is not definitive of which type of diabetes someone will have, a LADA patient will often be normal to underweight. It's just something to bring up at your appointment.
I was originally misdiagnosed, despite being only 24, having a type 1 father and being underweight. I was eventually put on metformin, then gliclazide was added and then stitagliptin. None of these did the slightest thing to help! Anyway, definitely bring it up at your appointment!
 
Welcome to the forum, Paul. Good advice given by others already, so I'll just add that a change in diet (as necessary) giving up or reducing carby foods like pasta, potatoes, bread and rice is good for bringing down BG levels, as well as more exercise(!). It really helps to test before meals and then 2 hours after to see what effect different foods have on you. It's an ongoing process, although remarkably illuminating, and many on here find that with tweaking their diet and taking more control over their condition, they end up fitter and healthier than before, so it's well worth the effort!

Have a read around the recipe thread and see what people post there. Keep us updated and ask anything you like :D - all the best to you.
 
Mini-Vicki said:
Paul, were you overweight at diagnosis? Excuse the personal question, but there are many people, including myself, who were diagnosed as type 2, and actually have late onset type one. Also known as type 1.5 or LADA (latent autoimmune diabetes of adulthood - I think that's the correct acronym!) although weight is not definitive of which type of diabetes someone will have, a LADA patient will often be normal to underweight. It's just something to bring up at your appointment.
I was originally misdiagnosed, despite being only 24, having a type 1 father and being underweight. I was eventually put on metformin, then gliclazide was added and then stitagliptin. None of these did the slightest thing to help! Anyway, definitely bring it up at your appointment!
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Hiya! yep, I was overweight when I was diagnosed. I think I was around 15 and a half stone at the time. Im now at bang on 15 so im still quite overweight.
 
Thanks to all for a really warm welcome, I appreciate it! And all the advice given so far is great and I will be taking all advice on board.

Thanks again guys!
 
Paul_w said:
BTW, ive just checked my bg, its at 14.6 mmol/l. I believe that its fairly high.
The thing is I havnt eaten anything yet and there is no reason for it to be that high. But this is what happens most times that I check
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Paul
Paul_w said:
BTW, ive just checked my bg, its at 14.6 mmol/l. I believe that its fairly high.
The thing is I havnt eaten anything yet and there is no reason for it to be that high. But this is what happens most times that I check
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Paul found this ...may help explain why BG high...and I notice its quite late in the morning when you posted this...say you haven't eaten...have you taken your mediation yet?... establishing some sort of routine will help you get into regular habits of eating...taking meds...testing regularly...have a read...Irregular eating can have you "bouncing back and forth between normal blood sugars and high blood sugars," Early says. A meager meal can give you a meager rise in blood sugar. If you take one or more blood glucose-lowering medications that can cause low blood glucose (hypoglycemia), skipping meals or eating too little can increase the risk. Spreading out foods, especially carb-containing foods, over three meals each day (and snacks if you want them) can help maintain steady blood sugar levels...hope this is helpful.
 
Thanks for that! I think im really going to have to take my meds regularly and eat smaller meals at more regular times.

One of my problems is that I usually go all day without eating, but then pig out at night. (although recently ive totally cut out high carb foods like pasta, rice and potatoes). I never eat breakfast as most cereals have quite a few carbs too.
I know im not doing myself any favors like this, but idont know what I can eat or how much
 
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