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admc26
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Hi there @Jessy2880! Welcome to the forum!
It's great to see a new face!
I'm sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis. How have you been coping so far? I know it can be very daunting at first, but it gets better. Please feel free to ask as many questions as you like and the community shall come to your aid!
How was your experience with being diagnosed? What kind of treatment have you been recommended? Do you have any gadgets to help (e.g. blood glucose monitor)? Did you find out your HbA1c?
It's great to see a new face!
I'm sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis. How have you been coping so far? I know it can be very daunting at first, but it gets better. Please feel free to ask as many questions as you like and the community shall come to your aid!
How was your experience with being diagnosed? What kind of treatment have you been recommended? Do you have any gadgets to help (e.g. blood glucose monitor)? Did you find out your HbA1c?
MrDaibetes
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Hey Jess, and welcome to the forum. Sorry that you have been diagnosed with Type 2 but you're at the right place. If you have any questions feel free to ask away.
Cherrelle DUK
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Hi Jess, welcome to the forum!
Feel free to let us know if you've got any questions or concerns and we'll be happy to help.
Feel free to let us know if you've got any questions or concerns and we'll be happy to help.
SB2015
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Welcome to the forum @Jessy2880
Sorry to hear of your diagnosis, but pleased that you have found the forum. There is plenty of experience to draw on, and do ask any questions that you have. Nothing is considered silly on here. Just ask.
Sorry to hear of your diagnosis, but pleased that you have found the forum. There is plenty of experience to draw on, and do ask any questions that you have. Nothing is considered silly on here. Just ask.
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Welcome to the forum @Jessy2880
Try not to be disheartened about your diagnosis, many people on the forum later reflect that their diagnosis became a catalyst which prompted them to make positive changes towards a healthier and more active life. Perhaps changes that they had been intending to make for years. Diabetes is a serious condition, but it’s also one that can usually be managed well with a few changes and adaptations - it’s something that you can learn to live well with, and it shouldn’t stop you doing things you enjoy.
Often you don’t realise how weary, worn down and lethargic you have been feeling. Erratic and elevated blood glucose levels can be exhausting and are linked with low mood, but this may have come on quite gradually. Making a few positive changes can give you more energy, a clearer mind, and a brighter outlook. Plus the regular checks you get after a diagnosis with diabetes mean that any potential problems may be spotted earlier, and can be sorted out sooner.
When it comes to managing your diabetes, it’s best to make changes to your menu and activity levels gradually - partly because they need to be sustainable long term, but also because very rapid and sudden changes to blood glucose levels are harder on the fine blood vessels, and changing things more gently will give your body time to adapt.
Have you been given any medication to take for your diabetes? Do you know what your HbA1c was at diagnosis? This can help you understand the level of changes that might be required to effectively manage your diabetes going forward.
Try not to be disheartened about your diagnosis, many people on the forum later reflect that their diagnosis became a catalyst which prompted them to make positive changes towards a healthier and more active life. Perhaps changes that they had been intending to make for years. Diabetes is a serious condition, but it’s also one that can usually be managed well with a few changes and adaptations - it’s something that you can learn to live well with, and it shouldn’t stop you doing things you enjoy.
Often you don’t realise how weary, worn down and lethargic you have been feeling. Erratic and elevated blood glucose levels can be exhausting and are linked with low mood, but this may have come on quite gradually. Making a few positive changes can give you more energy, a clearer mind, and a brighter outlook. Plus the regular checks you get after a diagnosis with diabetes mean that any potential problems may be spotted earlier, and can be sorted out sooner.
When it comes to managing your diabetes, it’s best to make changes to your menu and activity levels gradually - partly because they need to be sustainable long term, but also because very rapid and sudden changes to blood glucose levels are harder on the fine blood vessels, and changing things more gently will give your body time to adapt.
Have you been given any medication to take for your diabetes? Do you know what your HbA1c was at diagnosis? This can help you understand the level of changes that might be required to effectively manage your diabetes going forward.
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