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type 2 diabetes

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    Shortness of breath

    Just wondering if anyone else has experienced anything similar. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in feb/march and it’s been going well managed to get my HBA1C from 126 in December to 68 in may. I take 1500mg metformin and 80mg gliclazide a day however I have noticed recently after every time...
  2. MikeModelsky

    Hi to all, looking for others with a simlar Mounjaro Side effect

    hi, I started out on the normal 2.5 mg of Mounjaro I didn’t seem to have any side-effects, but since being raised to the 5 mg I have noticed daily extreme dizziness, especially through the night and when waking, and also some false hypos at around 7 mmol/L my insulin dosage has been reduced...
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    Type 2 Using Lingo sensor by Abbott

    Hi all new here, Was diagnosed type 2 last year advised to lose weight to control the diabetes. Although I tried start of the year just lost motivation, but in my mind not having any tools to guide I thought I had reduced my sugar/carb intake. To my horror my annual review this year showed I was...
    • Ivy45
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    • abbott experience control solution libre 2 type 2 diabetes weight loss
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    • Forum: General Message Board
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    Worried about stage 1 retinopathy

    I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in May this year after being prediabetic for about a year (I'm 49 years old). After being on Metformin for three weeks one of the GP doctors asked me to stop taking it and do another blood test (I had called because of a completely unrelated issue with...
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    Opportunity to contribute to research on gestational diabetes

    Hi everyone, Below is a description of an opportunity to contribute to Diabetes UK-funded research on gestational diabetes at the University of Oxford. As a Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) contributor, your insights will play an important role in shaping the research design and planning...
    • ruya
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    • diabetes research gestational diabetes postpartum pregnancy research research participation; type 2 diabetes
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: General Message Board
  6. M

    Invitation to participate in a Master's Level Type 2 Diabetes study

    Hello everyone :) my name is Ayomide Adesina, I am a Master's in psychology student at the University of Hertfordshire. I am conducting a study titled 'using a qualitative approach determine the effectiveness of interventions that use Behavioural Change Techniques in individuals Type 2 Diabetes...
  7. H

    Type 2, early pregnancy and insulin

    Hello, I’m Hannah and I’m 9 weeks pregnant, age 36. I was diagnosed type 2 about 10 years ago after a period of depression and anxiety. I have carried a lot of shame about my diabetes over the last 10 years and ultimately it’s led to being very poorly controlled. I went to see a private...
  8. A

    Can you train yourself to like sweeteners?

    Hello. Long time member, first time poster. I've been Type 2 diabetic since 2013 but I've never been able to get on with sweeteners, of any kind. Whether artificial sweeteners like Aspartame, or natural ones like Stevia. If I drink any drink that has an artificial sweetener in it, I get a...
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    Diabetes Test Results

    Hello there. I have these diabetes test results from a few years ago. I paid private because the nhs didnt run a gad antibody test at the time. Can someone please tell me if these results indicate type 1, lada, type 2, or another type? I am officially diagnosed type 1, on Insulin. But my new nhs...
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    A research study aiming to improve heart-health in people with Type 2 diabetes and diabetes-related foot ulcers

    Do you have Type 2 diabetes and have you had or currently have a diabetes-related foot ulcer? The Leicester Diabetes Centre is looking for individuals with Type 2 Diabetes who are currently living with a diabetes-related foot ulcer, or have experienced one in the last five years, to take part...
  11. RebeccaSpencer

    Do you have type 2 diabetes? Tell us about your views on bowel cancer and bowel cancer screening in an online survey

    We are looking for people with type 2 diabetes to take part in an online survey about bowel cancer and bowel cancer screening. Link to the survey: https://leedsbeckettpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cGvnNwgWxJYUONg https://x.com/Rebecca_Spenc/status/1749479916024852528?s=20 This study...
    • RebeccaSpencer
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    • bowel cancer cancer screening research research participation research study survey type 2 diabetes
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: General Message Board
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    Type 2 Diabetic & Ozempic

    I'm a type 2 diabetic with pcos and have begun taking Ozempic for weight loss whilst eating low carb. I have binge eating disorder and normally eat a lot of high carb food and chocolate as well I'm now just eating salads or an omelette. I'm really wanting to have something higher in carbs or a...
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    BMI / HbA1c

    I got a text from my doctor today congratulating me as my HbA1c was 54 which is the lowest level they have on record for me over the last 10 years, and all other results like cholesterol normal. I know the HbA1c is not ‘normal’ yet but what an improvement - for me anyway. When I was first...
  14. S

    Freestyle Libre 2 advice for newbie - significant difference in mmo/L

    Hi everyone, Quick timeline and intro to me :) - Pre Diabetic Nov 2022 (HbA1c 47) - Diabetic type 2 May 2023 (HbA1c 104) - 8-12ml of Lantus, x4 Metform a day and 14mg RYBELSUS (semaglutide) - July HbA1c 70 - HbA1c last month was 29, so taken off Lantus and given Freestyle Libre 2 as of last...
    • SarahDM
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    • continuous glucose monitor freestyle libre freestyle libre 2 glucose glucose levels new and not sure what to do type 2 diabetes
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Pumping and Technology
  15. WallisOnline

    e-bikes and managing type 2 diabetes

    An interesting view of e-bike riding and managing diabetes type 2 - granted it was a small sample size (only 16 people) but e-bikes are a great choice for people who want to exercise but struggle without assistance. Would be good if a bigger study of this was done and if the findings were...
  16. S

    New type 2 diabetes

    Hi all iv just been told I have type 2 diabetes shock a lot to take in just after I was told I have barrett's esophagus double whammy sure I will get there but open for any pointers please Simon
  17. S

    A general question about starting on insulin

    Sorry to ask such a general question, but thought to would be better to ask people who might be able to help. My wife has had type 2 diabetes for quite a few years now. She has been on all sorts of tablets over the years with varying success, and varying side effects. It was decided a few...
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    Blood glucose testing again

    Good evening, so I've been T2 for about 3 years, originally when I was diagnosed I tested my blood sugar until my doctor told me I didn't need to as I'd be getting tested every 6 months, then COVID happened and getting appointments have been impossible, recently I've not been feeling great about...
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    Do statins take you over the line with type 2?

    I read, "It's possible that your blood sugar level, known as blood glucose, may increase when you take a statin. This may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood...
  20. S

    Really looking for some guidance thank you.

    Hello everyone Am new here and just looking for some guidance first of all Am afraid keep fit program is out the question for me with my other problems I have ploy neuropathy, heart conditions, celiac disease and arthritic conditions in lower back and neck so limited mobility. I was diagnosed...
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