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Baring my soul to the doctor

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Steff

Steff

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Type 2
Tomorrow I see doctor about my hand issues tingling etc.but unfortunetly I also need not want to be 100 per cent honest with her that I've not took my pills at all for months and I've eaten like a pig to god knows how I'm managing to sty in 6s and 7s. I've ignored this for to long and by doing this post it makes me feel like I've got to face upto it because I'm letting other people know. I have been off with my diabetes since they stopped my strips a few months ago and took the attitude that they don't care about me so why should I but i realise that is totally childish and selfish I want to also go back on Victoza so will see how the land lies with that also...

If I wanted to be completely honest I would say this problem I'm having with my hands are self inflicted because of my control or lack of it.

Anyway abit heavy for a Sunday morning but my first port of call when I'm in a crisis is usually here lol.
Ta for reading on till the end :D
 
I've noticed you have been posting numbers in the mornings of 6and7 which are high for you. At least you now admit to taking your foot off the pedal and want to do something about it, so well done for that Steff. Hope everything turns out well for you, and things soon back on track. xxx

John.
 
Hi Steff

I'm useless and trying to advise anyone but I really hope you get it sorted soon mate.

Andy xx
 
((((hugs))))

Been there, done that and got the T shirt.

It is normal behaviour Steff. The relentless day in and day out management sometimes gets just too much to bear and we decide to take a holiday. Not a smart move but understandable. We also know the consequences if we let this go on too long and eventually accept that we have to get back on track. You are not the first person and will not be the last.

It must also be difficult working in the environment that you do, all that lovely food that is off limits and you see it every day. I cam imagine having a tasty treat and it gradually snowballs until you are out of control.

You have made a wise decision and I hope that your G.P. will welcome your decision and help as much as he can.

Maisie.
 
Hi Steff; every since I joined this forum you have been one of the most positive and supportive - and it saddens me that you feel this way but I know with your positivity and spirit you can bounce back from this; and you've already taken the first step by being honest with yourself; the second is remembering a lot of people care for you - us included. Let us know how your GP appointment goes - we're here for you...xx 🙂
 
Hi Steff

Sorry to read of your struggles. How good is your GP? Please do be 100% honest and tell her exactly what you have told us and if necessary BEG to get the strips back again. Tell her how much it motivated you to keep things under control and this is the result of you feeling they don't care about you.

Surely Doctors can override 'guidelines' if they feel the need?

I really hope you do get some positive help tomorrow. Do open up completely though and explain the reasons you are feeling like you do. Also say you really do want to get things back under control but can't without her help.

Sending you hugs and hope things turn a big corner for you tomorrow.

Tina xx
 
Good luck Steff. As Tina says, tell your GP exactly what you have written here, stating the facts, the reasons and your desires. Unless she's heartless you should be sorted out. Good luck.xx
 
Thanks John,Amanda and Andy for your kindness

Maisie- Your on the nose there regarding your comments about my work environment when I first started i was dead restraint with myself even though it was so tempting but these days if theres abit of food left over from prep im nibbling away at it its even worse now im left on my own from 3-6 theres so much temptation grr.

Tina-Ive not had alot to do with her this past few months tbh but when i have seen here in the past she is sympathetic and empathetic to me which is good im my eyes,but I just feel resent towards her because I was taken off the strips in a devious way in my eyes, I was picking a script up from my docs and the senior pharmacist took me aside and said do you have time for a medication review next thing I know 2 weeks later im getting a letter in the post telling me my strips are to be stopped.Your right about pleading my case though and its certainly something I plan to tackle with her tomorrow.

Cheers Vic x
 
Steff said:
Tina-Ive not had alot to do with her this past few months tbh but when i have seen here in the past she is sympathetic and empathetic to me which is good im my eyes,but I just feel resent towards her because I was taken off the strips in a devious way in my eyes, I was picking a script up from my docs and the senior pharmacist took me aside and said do you have time for a medication review next thing I know 2 weeks later im getting a letter in the post telling me my strips are to be stopped.Your right about pleading my case though and its certainly something I plan to tackle with her tomorrow.
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Sounds to me like it was your meddling pharmacist then, not your GP who made the decision to stop them, so hopefully you can get them back again. Your GP sounds great. Can you take your prescription elsewhere maybe? My daughter used to work in the pharmacy at Boots, now Superdrug, but they are told to do these reviews, it's all to do with meeting targets, I'm sure. It's none of their business though is it? You have had your consultation with your Doctor, so if they prescribe them it's no-one else's right to meddle with that prescription. Grrr! Feel so mad for you. If you can avoid the same pharmacy I would. And never agree to a medication review with a pharmacist again. A nice polite, but firm, NO THANK YOU!

Good luck.
 
Hi Steff,

You are telling your doctor that is the first step. I can appreciate it's a tough and tricky thing. We all can have that " I can do it by myself mentality". Sometimes we all need a helping hand, no man or woman is an island. A few times I have to remind myself of that too. The fact that you have managed to keep your BG at 6 or 7 for that long without meds is something to be proud of.

Take care

Roy
 
Hi Steff, thank you for your honesty, I am hopeful that your GP will see how the strips have helped you to understand and control your blood sugar levels - how they can be a motivation also to get back on track when you see things are slipping, which for me is a good return for the NHS's money. Wishing you all the best with your appointment, well done for plucking up the courage to make it. Put your case to them as you have to us and I will keep my fingers crossed that you come away from the appointment feeling more positive and determined to take back control. 🙂 {{{Steff}}}
 
Hugs from me too. I'm not good at giving advice and lots has already been given. I hope all goes well with the GP and you get what you need
 
Aww Steff, I'm sorry you've been going through all this. I think Tina has said all that needs to be said and the very fact that you had the strips taken off you has led to this decline in control and some pretty miserable times fo you. I wish you well with your appointment.
 
Hugs for you Steff. I hope that you have a very productive sppointment with the GP.
 
Roy i guess thats putting a positive spin on things lol

Ty for your comments Alan Amanda Monica Karen

I shall report back tomorrow night after work how i go
 
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Hi Steff,

Just wanted to second what the others have already said - I hope the GP is helpful & listens, & you get the strips back. I hope this doesn't sound patronizing but I think it was very brave to post about how you feel you've not been so on the ball as it were. Hope tomorrow's appt goes really well. xx
 
All the best for tomorrow, Stef. Hope you get strips reinstated.
 
Good luck for tomorrow Steff.
 
Hey Steff xx I reckon you need to tell your GP exactly what you have said here about what is going on and how you feel. This doesn't sound like the positive Steffie I know and love x I know exactly how you feel though as I have been there and have to admit since I have been on the Gliclazide I am more careful in what I eat so that I keep my levels down and it sounds like you could need the same kick in the pants (not the meds but the testing) Good Luck sweetie and keep us informed xx
 
Hi all

Got back quicker then I thought so can update now
Firstly doc says I have golfers elbow which will be treated by an anti immflamotory gel and maybe a pull on bandage over the elbow the tingling in the fingers dont hurt as much as the pain in elbow you see I'm to give that 3 weeks and if nothing changes next step is psycio

Strips side of things she said budgets are being so tightly squeezed but in my case she said keep putting a request in we just are trying to crack down on people who are well controlled abusing the strips etc


Going back on Victoza can't happen quick I need to see nurse 11th oct she needs to get a baseline of how my hba and cholestrol are and take it from there.

Depression I've had my anti ds upped to 150mg
 
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