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Having been classified as pr diabetic for 5 yrs I was suddenly confronted with the knowledge that following a rather nasty infection which landed me in hospital that my blood sugar was way out of control.
I want to reverse this and will do whatever it takes to try and get there. With the help of this group .
 
Welcome to the forum. I hope you are now recovered from the infection. High blood glucose can cause slower healing of infections but also infection or illness can increase blood glucose so hopefully you will be able to bring it back down.
Were you told what your HbA1C result was as that will indicate how much work you need to do, you may also have been prescribed some medication if it is particularly high to help but it will be dietary measures with will have the biggest impact.
Many find that a low carbohydrate approach is successful and this link may help you with some ideas. https://lowcarbfreshwell.co.uk/
Other people find low calorie or shakes-based regime will work for them, but whatever you choose has to be enjoyable otherwise it will not be sustainable.
There are some menu plans for various approaches on the DUK main site and the Learning zone has some good information.
 
Joney said:
Having been classified as pr diabetic for 5 yrs I was suddenly confronted with the knowledge that following a rather nasty infection which landed me in hospital that my blood sugar was way out of control.
I want to reverse this and will do whatever it takes to try and get there. With the help of this group .
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Hello @Joney ,

Welcome to the forum. I am so sorry to hear about your infection and hospital visit. It must have been very difficult especially after they told you your blood sugar were out of control. We have implimented a new remission section on the forum. The link below will provide you with some information on possibly putting your diabetes in remission. I hope this helps.

 
Joney said:
Having been classified as pr diabetic for 5 yrs I was suddenly confronted with the knowledge that following a rather nasty infection which landed me in hospital that my blood sugar was way out of control.
I want to reverse this and will do whatever it takes to try and get there. With the help of this group .
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Welcome to the forum @Joney

Sorry to hear you have moved into the diabetes zone after a few years of being at increased risk.

Try not to be disheartened about your diagnosis, many people on the forum later reflect that their diagnosis became a kind of 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. Sometimes we all need a bit of a push to get us into action.

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.

The remission section @Josh DUK linked to above is packed full of information and personal stories, which might really help. There’s also the Learning Zone, where you can sign up for tailored information delivered in bite-sized modules that you can take at your own pace.

Good luck, and keep us posted with how you are getting on 🙂
 
Hi I am looking forward to connecting with other members to learn how to manage my type 2 Diabetes Joney
 
Joney said:
Hi I am looking forward to connecting with other members to learn how to manage my type 2 Diabetes Joney
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Have you found any of the suggestions and comments that have been posted in the other thread you started helpful.
Do you have any specific questions, if you post what your Hba1C is that will be helpful and if you have been prescribed any medication to help.
 
Following my Hospital admission I was placed on Metformin tablets I twice daily, I then had an Hba1C which produced a score of over 100, as I was scheduled for surgery I was asked to increase the metformin to two tablets twice daily. I then had another Hba1C three weeks later which was much better at 70. Unfortunately this was still not low enough to be acceptable for me to undertake surgery, the acceptable figure is 69.
I have been working really hard at reducing all carbs and sugar, and have another appointment on the 31 August to see if I have reduced the Hba1C to the acceptable level in order for my operation to go ahead. My real problem is that I have lost so much weight over two stone and am now juggling trying to maintain weight by eating protein and continuing to reduce on Carbs and Sugar. I am desperate to get my Hba 1C down to enable my op to go ahead in Sept.
 
Joney said:
Following my Hospital admission I was placed on Metformin tablets I twice daily, I then had an Hba1C which produced a score of over 100, as I was scheduled for surgery I was asked to increase the metformin to two tablets twice daily. I then had another Hba1C three weeks later which was much better at 70. Unfortunately this was still not low enough to be acceptable for me to undertake surgery, the acceptable figure is 69.
I have been working really hard at reducing all carbs and sugar, and have another appointment on the 31 August to see if I have reduced the Hba1C to the acceptable level in order for my operation to go ahead. My real problem is that I have lost so much weight over two stone and am now juggling trying to maintain weight by eating protein and continuing to reduce on Carbs and Sugar. I am desperate to get my Hba 1C down to enable my op to go ahead in Sept.
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I few questions come to mind
Was your weight loss unintentional or as a result of reducing your carbs if so that may indicate that you may be Type 1 or LADA not Type 2.
Are you on any medication like steroids which may account for your increased blood glucose levels.
I have heard people being refused surgery until their Hba1C is low enough and that can be lower than you have stated and that is to make it safer as high blood glucose can hinder tissue repair and wound healing so understandable.
If you are struggling not to lose more weight and are increasing protein and healthy fats and your blood glucose is remaining stubbornly high despite keeping carbs low then do keep in mind that you may be misdiagnosed.
If you would like to post the sort of meals you have then people may spot some problem foods that you may assume are OK but actually are not.
A home testing blood glucose monitor may help you get a better idea if you are tolerating the amount of carbs you are having as metformin can only do so much and diet is just as important.
 
Do you really need to gain weight? Is your BMI below 18.5? If not, don't worry about losing weight on Low Carb at this stage.
2 stone isn't a lot to lose, I was a TOFI (slim Type 2) and lost over 2 stone at peak weight loss that was 1/6th of my body weight. I have put 5lbs back on (deliberately) since my HbA1c numbers got back in the non-diabetic range.

In order to gain weight while reducing Blood Glucose, you either need to put on more muscle (strength exercises) or put on more fat - tricky since it was probably fat that made you insulin resistant and hence Type 2 in the first place.
 
My weight loss was unintentional, I had lost some weight over the period that I was unwell at Christmas, but lost much more when I started taking the metformin, I do have have a glucose testing kit at home and reg test my blood sugar. I am not taking any steroids, but am on atrovastatin 80mgs daily, following a heart attach some six years ago.
I think that my blood glucose levels are coming down compared to when I first began testing , previously they were in the double figures .ie 10 and above and are now mainly in single figures. I have cut out all bread, potatoes, rice, pasta, anything displaying carbs , and all sugar, and make sure on the nutrition information on foods, to steer clear of those displaying high sugar content.
I also record my diet on an app Carbs and Cals, mainly to track my protein as well. I am considering increasing my exercise in order to reduce my blood sugar. Is there anything else I should be doing. ?
 
ianf0ster said:
Do you really need to gain weight? Is your BMI below 18.5? If not, don't worry about losing weight on Low Carb at this stage.
2 stone isn't a lot to lose, I was a TOFI (slim Type 2) and lost over 2 stone at peak weight loss that was 1/6th of my body weight. I have put 5lbs back on (deliberately) since my HbA1c numbers got back in the non-diabetic range.

In order to gain weight while reducing Blood Glucose, you either need to put on more muscle (strength exercises) or put on more fat - tricky since it was probably fat that made you insulin resistant and hence Type 2 in the first place.
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My BMI is 22, so you are right it is not imperative that I gain weight, but I do seem to be continuing to loose weight, I have started some Resistance Band Exercising in order to try and improve my muscle base. I appreciate your answer
 
Looks like you are on the right track, I should ask for that repeat HbA1C just to make sure and if still high ask for the tests for Type 1 those being c-peptide and GAD antibodies. There may be additional oral meds that can be added to help if level is still high despite your low carb regime.
 
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Have you found any of the suggestions and comments that have been posted in the other thread you started helpful.
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I’ve merged your two intro threads together @Joney - to keep the replies and responses you’ve had all in one place, which should make things easier 🙂
 
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