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Thanks, Robin.
My average BP last time I checked was about 105/63 so I am well within their limits there! My main risk is not being able to sit up in the morning because I don't have enough BP ...
 
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I'm diabetic Type II my readings are erratic 6.5, 7.0, 9.2 , 5.5 with an average of 7.0. My new GP has put me on statins. Over the last 2 months I have felt tied, I haven't any energy my eyes feel heavy and sore, I'm now wondering if this is the side effects of the medication. I also take thyroxin, Tregenta and sertraline. When I look in the mirror I'm expecting to the grim reaper standing behind me. Can anyone help please.
 
@2Bornot2B You're right that 2 months of side effects corresponding to a new medication suggests a connection. Plus, medications can interact with each other, so the more tablets you are taking, the more likely are interactions.
I suggest asking your pharmacist for a medication review, to see if any changes to your types and doses of tablets could be tweaked to make your life more comfortable. Pharmacists are the experts in medications, and their advice is usually well taken by wise GPs.
 
I still think that a medication review with a pharmacist, covering all meds, not just statins, would be beneficial, @2Bornot2B.
 
MikeTurin said:
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/The-food-you-love-but-healthier/
I've found thin interesting initiative on the website, but I dare to ask, where is the RSS link or the link to subscribe to the mailing list?
I think that is an interesting thing to follow, but I can't find where I could subrscribe
I've also disabled Privacy Badger and uBlock Origin but no luck).
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Hi Mike - you can click the 'Get Your Free Recipe Videos' link in that page - it will take you through to a contact form and you'll recieve the videos via email. Here's the contact form if you'd like to sign up: https://forms.diabetes.org.uk/feelg...95.863614098.1496318082-2137794206.1496307144
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I need some advice and my Diabetic Nurse is on leave, so I'm hoping somebody here can help. I was diagnosed T2 six months ago, and was prescribed Metformin. I suffered very badly from gastric problems and was changed to Sukkarto Slow Release. The problems are less frequent, but still there every few days, and I have only a few minutes warning to get to a WC. I am going to be travelling in a week, and that may not always be possible. Is there any harm in leaving off the Sukkarto for a day or two before travelling, or can I use a proprietary medicine such as Diocalm?
 
@smudge As your DSN isn't available, you could consult a pharmacist, ideally one who dispenses your medication to ask their advice. They're the profession which specialises in medication and can sell a wider range of over the counter medication than eg supermarkets.
Plus, if you're travelling anywhere exotic, some have travel clinics, can prescribe anti-malarials etc, although for those, you should consult at least 2 or 3 weeks before departure.
 
Copepod said:
@smudge As your DSN isn't available, you could consult a pharmacist, ideally one who dispenses your medication to ask their advice. They're the profession which specialises in medication and can sell a wider range of over the counter medication than eg supermarkets.
Plus, if you're travelling anywhere exotic, some have travel clinics, can prescribe anti-malarials etc, although for those, you should consult at least 2 or 3 weeks before departure.
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Thank you, I will. Nothing exotic, but on the RER halfway from Gare du Nord to Bercy would be an anxious moment. I usually check out the nearest WC and Fire Exit wherever I am.
 
Me too, @smudge, plus life jackets and rafts on ferries 🙂 Bon voyage!
 
Is their a way I can sign up to the Enewsletter. I've had a look but the form seems to be for when you first join.
 
Hi,

Excuse my ignorance, but are Diabetes.org.uk and Diabetes.co.uk connected, or are they completely different organisations?

What are the main differences between them?

Best Wishes
Helen
 
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