Hi. I have a concurrent condition that means I've been on steroids for 8 years now. I developed type 2 diabetes 3 years ago. I've recently had a relapse in my concurrent condition and my steroid dose has had to be increased. I've gone from my blood sugars being within the reference range most of the time, to pretty much not being in the range, even though I'm eating pretty much the same thing. I can't do anything about my steroid dose, it has to be what it is. I just can't seem to get a handle on the blood sugars though. I'm on 3 different meds, and constantly having to tweak them.
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That is not uncommon with people who need to take steroids and if the cocktail of oral meds and diet are not sufficient then some people end up with needing insulin. Has this been considered for you as high blood glucose will not be helpful either.
I don't know if this will be helpful https://www.diabetes.org.uk/diabetes-the-basics/other-types-of-diabetes/steroid-induced-diabetes. Of course you may know this already.
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Sorry to hear about the difficulties you are having managing your glucose levels with the added pressure of the steroids you need to take.
Which meds are you currently taking? And what other options have you been offered by your GP?
Have you reduced the carbohydrate content of your meals to try to reduce the BG-raising potential of your menu a little? (you need to be cautious with menu changes if you are on glucose lowering meds, but they can be very effective)
Which meds are you currently taking? And what other options have you been offered by your GP?
Have you reduced the carbohydrate content of your meals to try to reduce the BG-raising potential of your menu a little? (you need to be cautious with menu changes if you are on glucose lowering meds, but they can be very effective)
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