Hello every, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes about 6 weeks ago, although looking at my symptoms from my doctors, it looks like I've had it for over 5 years, and I've suffered with thrush since, anyone who can help with advice will be so thankful x
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Ruby/London
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Hello BinTinTan🙂
The forum has a mixture of people; type 1, type 2, ranging from newly diagnosed and some who have been living with diabetes for a long time, so there is always someone who can relate - most of the time.
Do you know what your results were and have you discussed a management strategy with your GP? When I was diagnosed in May this year, II was referred to the DESMOND programme with no other advice. I googled and found the Forum and most of my management strategy has been worked out here with the generous input and guidance of others.
Regarding the thrush, my guess is that this may resolve itself, providing there is no other underlying cause, when you get your blood sugar under control, along with the standard treatment.
The forum has a mixture of people; type 1, type 2, ranging from newly diagnosed and some who have been living with diabetes for a long time, so there is always someone who can relate - most of the time.
Do you know what your results were and have you discussed a management strategy with your GP? When I was diagnosed in May this year, II was referred to the DESMOND programme with no other advice. I googled and found the Forum and most of my management strategy has been worked out here with the generous input and guidance of others.
Regarding the thrush, my guess is that this may resolve itself, providing there is no other underlying cause, when you get your blood sugar under control, along with the standard treatment.
Drummer
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The sweet fluids of a diabetic are just what any fungus would enjoy, so by keeping control of your blood glucose you should stop the thrush, but you should also feel a lot better - the glucose comes from the carbohydrate eaten, so if you are advised that a baked potato and baked beans are absolutely find for any diabetic (as I was) I can only say take no notice and go for low carb foods, avoiding grains and cereals, potatoes and sugar of all kinds and for a lucky type two such as myself there is simply no problem. I do have a small bowl of berries a couple of times a week, with thick cream or Greek yoghurt, as they are the lowest carb fruits.
SB2015
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Hi Binnintan and welcome to the forum.
There is a lot to learn about Diabetes, and plenty of people on here with a lot of experience.
I know that a lot of people with T2 have recommended this book.
Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker
It explains what is giong on and includes strategies for managing the condition that are clearly explained.
There are other resources for people with T2 on the first post which is pinned to the top of the newbie thread. They are grouped together so just scroll down until you get to T2 bit.
There is a lot to learn about Diabetes, and plenty of people on here with a lot of experience.
I know that a lot of people with T2 have recommended this book.
Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker
It explains what is giong on and includes strategies for managing the condition that are clearly explained.
There are other resources for people with T2 on the first post which is pinned to the top of the newbie thread. They are grouped together so just scroll down until you get to T2 bit.
Hello and welcome to the group.
I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes over 2 years ago and also developed thrush. I also thought it would just go away but it didn't. It was only when I mentioned it at a routine appointment nearly two years later that I was eventually given medication. The relief is heavenly. Please speak to your doctor and don't ignore as I did. Good luck.
Hi and welcome to the forum 🙂 your doctor will certainly be able to give you something for the thrush that will make you feel tons better within a few days! As the others have said. It’s all about controlling the carbs, that’s the way to bring your blood glucose levels down. Testing is important or you won’t know what foods work for you or dont. 
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