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Hi I'm new on the forum. I haven't been formally diagnosed but likely to have type 2. Feeling alone and helpless.
 
Jesselondon said:
Hi I'm new on the forum. I haven't been formally diagnosed but likely to have type 2. Feeling alone and helpless.
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Hi Jesse, welcome to the forum 🙂 No need to feel alone - or helpless - there are lots of friendly, knowledgeable people here who can help you with any concerns or uncertainties you may have. Whatever the question, please ask 🙂 When will you find out if your diagnosis is confirmed? It's a serious condition, but one that can be managed very successfully, so there are lots of reasons to feel positive. Many people find that the adaptations they make actually result in them feeling much happier and healthier than they have for some time, whilst they remained undiagnosed. By joining here you've already taken an excellent step towards understanding what you need to do, and getting plenty of support from people who can understand just how you are feeling right now 🙂
 
Hi Grovesy and Northerner, thank you for replying. I spoke to an adviser on of Diabetic UK she suggested me to join the forum to get some support. I'm glad I did. Been reading lots of positive post of others which comforted me that I'm doing the right thing now lowering my carb and sugar intake. I will see my GP next Tuesday. My GTT showed 5 3/11.7 which worries me a lot.
 
Hello and welcome. I'm only just over a month from diagnosis so I'm still in learning phase. It gets less daunting when you see the impact dietary changes have on our blood glucose.

When you say you expect a diagnosis where are you at? If you do get the diagnosis then ask for a meter to monitor your blood.
 
Jesselondon said:
Hi Grovesy and Northerner, thank you for replying. I spoke to an adviser on of Diabetic UK she suggested me to join the forum to get some support. I'm glad I did. Been reading lots of positive post of others which comforted me that I'm doing the right thing now lowering my carb and sugar intake. I will see my GP next Tuesday. My GTT showed 5 3/11.7 which worries me a lot.
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What prompted the test? Have you been having symptoms? Do you have any family history of diabetes? There's a lot to take in at first, but hopefully things will become clearer before long 🙂 Good luck with your appointment, let us know how you get on 🙂
 
I was tested for another gaenocology symptoms, and due to my family diabetes history my GP included the fasting blood test. It was 6.8 so GP sent me for GTT and was done just before Christmas. Got the result (pre 5.3 post 11.7) today over the phone and was in shock and extreme anxiety since. I haven't had any Hba1c test.
 
Hello and welcome. Ask lots of questions and folks on here are great.
 
I've never had a GTT so can I ask what levels you should be looking for?
 
I'm actually not sure what's the ideal GTT reading but the administrator at my GP office said the pre 5.3 is good but post 11.7 is high. It freaked me out totally and started crying. My mum had her diagnosis around my age mid 40s.
 
Okay you've let out the stress/shock etc. I'm not sure how your mother manages her diabetes but you will benefit from having access to the internet and lots of support/advice.

When I had phone from GP to tell me my test results I had done a google to know what I should be. I knew by the fact that she rang me it wasn't going to be "all fine" but I wasn't expecting 117 when I should have been under 48. An average of 117 equals a blood glucose level of about 17. So about 6 weeks on and I now limit carbs strictly, test daily. I gave myself targets when first testing and that was to get into single figures. You already in single figures so you in a good position to turn this around at this early stage.

How does your mother manage her diabetes? Does she rely on medication or diet or a bit of both?
 
Hi Jesse, welcome to the forum.... Just to let you know you are not alone, you now have an awesome support group to help you on your journey... We all live with D on a daily basis & understand what you are going through.
 
Hi Jesse. Please don't feel alone or helpless. Like you, I also had an OGTT which led to my diagnosis of impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes). My fasting test was I think a little lower. Can't remember now! That was 5 years ago and I am doing fine thanks to the help and support of the lovely people on this forum. Knowledge is power so ask loads of questions, read the articles pinned at the top of the Newbies section and try not to worry too much. You have come to the best place for as much support as you need. Katie.
 
Jesselondon said:
I was tested for another gaenocology symptoms, and due to my family diabetes history my GP included the fasting blood test. It was 6.8 so GP sent me for GTT and was done just before Christmas. Got the result (pre 5.3 post 11.7) today over the phone and was in shock and extreme anxiety since. I haven't had any Hba1c test.
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From those numbers it sounds like you are only just meeting the criteria. A fasting level of 7.0 mmol/l or a GTT at 2 hours over 11.1 mmol/l would be necessary, and you are slightly under for one and slightly over for the GTT. In this case, it looks like things have been caught early, so hopefully just a few adjustments will help get you on track 🙂
 
Hi Grogg1, Carolg, Martin, Katieb and Stitch147, thank you so much for writing to me with the support and encouragement I thought I'll never got. I don't feel alone now and was able to tell my partner and daughter about my worries and they both are very supportive. I have adjusted my diet to low carb low sugar since my first fasting blood test that read 6.8 (early November 2016). In the past I had ignored myself as always busy working and looking after family, maybe it's time I take care of myself more now. Thanks again you guys are great.
 
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Okay you've let out the stress/shock etc. I'm not sure how your mother manages her diabetes but you will benefit from having access to the internet and lots of support/advice.

When I had phone from GP to tell me my test results I had done a google to know what I should be. I knew by the fact that she rang me it wasn't going to be "all fine" but I wasn't expecting 117 when I should have been under 48. An average of 117 equals a blood glucose level of about 17. So about 6 weeks on and I now limit carbs strictly, test daily. I gave myself targets when first testing and that was to get into single figures. You already in single figures so you in a good position to turn this around at this early stage.

How does your mother manage her diabetes? Does she rely on medication or diet or a bit of both?
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Hi Grogg1, my mum had very little understanding of the disease and was totally relied on medication, she did try to lower sugar intake only not knowing carb is the main culprit. Thanks for writing to me. I don't feel alone anymore 🙂
 
Hi Jessie and welcome to this rather exclusive club. You'll find a wealth of experience here and also a massive body of support, so don't hesitate to ask questions or ask for support when you are worried.
Your test results don't look too bad at all and I'd hazard a guess that if you really start to cut out sugars and carbohydrates you'll soon see a significant improvement.
 
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Hi Jessie and welcome to this rather exclusive club. You'll find a wealth of experience here and also a massive body of support, so don't hesitate to ask questions or ask for support when you are worried.
Your test results don't look too bad at all and I'd hazard a guess that if you really start to cut out sugars and carbohydrates you'll soon see a significant improvement.
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Hi Dave, I'm very grateful for the support from so many of you guys. I was actually most fearful when I read that a website described diabetes as a "chronic progressive disease" that will get worse through time. I'm not afraid of making lifestyle changes but if it gets worse regardless, what's the point. It makes my heart feels like it's carrying a rock weights tonnes.
 
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"chronic progressive disease" that will get worse through time
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I prefer to think that my actions are slowing, stopping or reversing the progression (I accept that I will always be diabetic). Actually with some lifestyle changes I have had to make I feel fitter & healthier than I have in many years. Who knows what may have been in store for me before & I'm taking my medical checkups a lot more seriously now.
 
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