Diabetes

[khunPer]

On 10/1/2023 at 8:57 PM, still kicking said:

So, I have been diagnosed with Diabetes 2 about 10 years ago never taking any medication for it, went for a test last week because of some different matters, my test was 6.9 Yes, I know it was in the morning nighttime might be higher so should I worry?

Yes, life-style changes needed.

Edited October 3, 2023 by khunPer

[scubascuba3]

52 minutes ago, Sheryl said:

There is no type 1.5

 

All type 1 diabetics need insulin by definition.

 

Some - -a minority -- of Type 2 diabetes do as well.

1.5 is also known as LADA

 

Edited October 3, 2023 by scubascuba3

[scubascuba3]

20 minutes ago, billd766 said:

How come I never see any useful posts from you, mr perfect?

Maybe you have vision problems as well

[billd766]

24 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said:

Maybe you have vision problems as well

Well the 'real' doctors I see at the hospitals I visit on a regular basis don't seem to think so.

 

But then again they are 'real doctors'.

 

After 7 years or so of training what would they know.

 

Could you remind me once again what your medical qualifications are?

Edited October 3, 2023 by billd766
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[scubascuba3]

6 minutes ago, billd766 said:

Well the 'real' doctors I see at the hospitals I visit on a regular basis don't seem to think so.

 

But then again they are 'real doctors'.

 

After 7 years or so of training what would they know.

 

Could you remind me once again what your medical qualifications are?

The same as everyone else on here, giving recommendations based on experience, are you are Dr? because you are also giving advice, ok for you not for others?

[Sheryl]

1 hour ago, scubascuba3 said:

1.5 is also known as LADA

 

Some lay people may call it this, but it is not a recognized medical term.

[still kicking]

4 hours ago, Sticky Rice Balls said:

I mean this for the OP as he seems to be terrified of a vegan girl from perth.... ????

I guess you are on the piss again I only met her ones and she spoiled my night don't talk crap 

[still kicking]

22 hours ago, Sheryl said:

Presence of symptoms is irrelevant. By the time you have any it is too late top prevent a  lot of damage.

 

@still kicking  From the sounds of it there is not much more you can do lifestyle wise.  And with your immobility, along with increasing age,  it is not surprising that your sugar readings are inching upward.

What is your cholesterol panel like? (triglycerides, LDL cholesterol). I ask because lipid and glucose metabolism are closely intertwined.

 

Also may I ask why your are so hesitant to take medication? Metformin is dirt cheap and has an excellent safety profile.  Probably half the posters on this forum are on it.  Noto nly will it reduce your HB1Ac it will also help reduce/control  lipids.

Sheril I live in the west, and I don't even know what Metformin is and my doctor never prescribed anything for my diabetics. Look I made it till 76 and I am happy to make it that far oh yes i have a problem as you know I had 2 broken ankles and have a phobia walking steps