Hi everyone.....got the dreaded call from my medical centre on wednesday...calm as you like receptionist giving me the news ...as though an in growing toenail was being confirmed...Not her fault she most likely spends a lot of time confirming worse news than this...But my mind is working overtime ..Has popping into a cafe for a cornish afternoon tea in ..erm..Cornwall finished....a pie and a pint in my local small non league football team a thing of the past...not frightened of getting about more...im a Postie of 34 years...As you can see im feeling sorry for myself.....so i thought id bring your sunday down too !!...
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Freshly diagnosed......and a little down....
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ColinUK
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Welcome to the club nobody wants to join!
Seriously though it’s understandable to feel down and frankly somewhat overwhelmed when given a diagnosis but by taking that step and joining us here you’ve shown that it’s something you want to learn more about and manage so congratulations on that. Many folks bury their head in the proverbial sand instead.
Can you tell us more about how you came your be diagnosed? Did you have any symptoms? What was the diagnosis?
Has the GP given you any advice or info on what they’ll be doing next for you in the way of any more tests etc?
Do you have any questions in mind right now?
We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no such thing as a stupid question so pull up a chair, make yourself comfortable, I’ll shove the kettle on and you ask anything you like.
Seriously though it’s understandable to feel down and frankly somewhat overwhelmed when given a diagnosis but by taking that step and joining us here you’ve shown that it’s something you want to learn more about and manage so congratulations on that. Many folks bury their head in the proverbial sand instead.
Can you tell us more about how you came your be diagnosed? Did you have any symptoms? What was the diagnosis?
Has the GP given you any advice or info on what they’ll be doing next for you in the way of any more tests etc?
Do you have any questions in mind right now?
We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no such thing as a stupid question so pull up a chair, make yourself comfortable, I’ll shove the kettle on and you ask anything you like.
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goodybags
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What lovely messages...thank you...Well I have diabetes in my family...both parents..My dad an Irish man...my mum from a tiny island in the South Atlantic. St Helena...the British dumped trouble makers from all over the empire..so not sure about the ethnicity angle..?Symptoms..Dry mouth at night...and as I've said I'm a postie but two thirds in I'd get very hungry fuzzy headed and very tired..but after 10 mins of eating things that in retrospect I shouldn't have I'd feel better...A not very nice smelling rash in my groin area that cleared up quickly when I tried an anti fungal cream...plus almost unbearable athletes foot...all the dots have joined up now..Have an appointment with my G.P ..on Tuesday...As a part Irish man...the passing of bread and potatoes feels like a bereavement!!!...and yep I'm a little down but I'm sure it will pass....once again thank you so much for your lovely replies made me a little teary..not a good look surrounded by hairy arsed postie .!!!....Kevin..
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Fascinating, I once tried to get my wife to go to Saint Helena for a holiday (I am fascinated by small island nations) but she didn't fancy the idea of the RAF flight to Ascension Island and then a long boat trip (This was 20+ years ago.) As a compromise we went to Madeira for two weeks - now there's an airport on St Helena it might be easier to get there! 🙂
I too was told over the phone, although I already suspected it as my Dad developed T2 at a similar age (Early 50s) and was also overweight, as was I.
I was just told to lose weight and 'stop eating chips'! Which I did, and got blood sugar back under control.
I don't really miss the bulk carbs these days, and my Irish Great Granddad's genes have been diluted by all sorts of genes from around Europe. 🙂
I used recipe books to change diet, written by a chef who developed who T2 - google Caldesi. Lots of fish, meat and vegetables!
I too was told over the phone, although I already suspected it as my Dad developed T2 at a similar age (Early 50s) and was also overweight, as was I.
I was just told to lose weight and 'stop eating chips'! Which I did, and got blood sugar back under control.
I don't really miss the bulk carbs these days, and my Irish Great Granddad's genes have been diluted by all sorts of genes from around Europe. 🙂
I used recipe books to change diet, written by a chef who developed who T2 - google Caldesi. Lots of fish, meat and vegetables!
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How many miles a week do you clock up at work (and are you still in your shorts?) - I know when my husband used to walk the streets for money (worked for Siemens reading meters) he covered some miles. Usually a sort of 3 pronged treatment for Type 2 which goes Diet, Exercise and any Medication needed.
The diet thing is not automatically doom gloom and despondency for a starchy carbohydrate addict since we don't know enough about you to make relevant suggestions - but about the worst thing you could possibly do right now is to reduce your carbs drastically because sudden huge drops in blood glucose are not healthy and cause nasty side effects - so reductions need to be more gradual anyway.
Anyhow though yes OK it is about carbs - low carb never meant no carb and in any case - I'd say lower rather than low.
The diet thing is not automatically doom gloom and despondency for a starchy carbohydrate addict since we don't know enough about you to make relevant suggestions - but about the worst thing you could possibly do right now is to reduce your carbs drastically because sudden huge drops in blood glucose are not healthy and cause nasty side effects - so reductions need to be more gradual anyway.
Anyhow though yes OK it is about carbs - low carb never meant no carb and in any case - I'd say lower rather than low.
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Awww...bless you. It's not nice at all being told you are Diabetic. I cried for a week. No family history at all and no symptoms. Routine blood test revealed mine. I am so glad that you are willing to make necessary changes, that's the first step. I eat Low carb not no carb. You can have some carbs. One thing in your favour is your job, lots of walking. We are a friendly lot on here, so ask anything you want. Good luck
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I Feel for you. My Mom was T2, two sisters -one with T2, the other T1.
When I was diagnosed, I had no idea that Diabetes stress was a’thing’. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and that you can’t eat anything because it’s all bad in different ways.
But trust the support on this forum, you are not alone. It will become clear-ish eventually. Keep asking the questions, someone will always suggest a way to get through it.
When I was diagnosed, I had no idea that Diabetes stress was a’thing’. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and that you can’t eat anything because it’s all bad in different ways.
But trust the support on this forum, you are not alone. It will become clear-ish eventually. Keep asking the questions, someone will always suggest a way to get through it.
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Welcome to the forum @KJCORRI1
Sorry to hear about your diagnosis
But glad you have found us 🙂
It can certainly be a little overwhelming to begin with, but at least now you know, you get the chance to find your way through the choices, options and strategies, to find a sustainable and enjoyable way of managing your levels that works for you.
And personally I don’t ever think of not being able to eat anything. It’s just that some things I have kinda lost the taste for, some things I’ve realised I never really enjoyed that much, some things are too much hassle or make me feel cross/grumpy/grim, and other things I’ll just say “hang it” and accept the BG chaos once in a while for a really good one of them. 🙂
Sorry to hear about your diagnosis
But glad you have found us 🙂
It can certainly be a little overwhelming to begin with, but at least now you know, you get the chance to find your way through the choices, options and strategies, to find a sustainable and enjoyable way of managing your levels that works for you.
And personally I don’t ever think of not being able to eat anything. It’s just that some things I have kinda lost the taste for, some things I’ve realised I never really enjoyed that much, some things are too much hassle or make me feel cross/grumpy/grim, and other things I’ll just say “hang it” and accept the BG chaos once in a while for a really good one of them. 🙂
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Well, I’ve had a fresh cream scone today and it was fantastic so a Cornish tea isn’t out of the question but these things have to become occasional treats rather than the norm.
This forum is a fantastic place and full of amazing advice and support. I’ve followed a low carb approach to reducing my HbA1c and I can honestly say I haven’t gone hungry at all. Yes, it takes a bit of thought and planning but it’s second nature now.
Take time to come to terms with your diagnosis, then start as you mean to go on. Take care xx
This forum is a fantastic place and full of amazing advice and support. I’ve followed a low carb approach to reducing my HbA1c and I can honestly say I haven’t gone hungry at all. Yes, it takes a bit of thought and planning but it’s second nature now.
Take time to come to terms with your diagnosis, then start as you mean to go on. Take care xx
@KJCORRI1 first of all I’m really sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I was diagnosed a few weeks ago and have had all sorts of ups and downs about it since. It does get better, as you get used to the news and learn how to deal with it.
I’ve learned loads from reading on here and asking some of my daft questions. And set about learning as much as I can.
I hate to break it to you, but you might find Devon cream teas (the right way up ones) off limits as well!
I’ve learned loads from reading on here and asking some of my daft questions. And set about learning as much as I can.
I hate to break it to you, but you might find Devon cream teas (the right way up ones) off limits as well!
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