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Other medications?
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Hi all,I've not posted here for a long time but my numbers have slowly started creeping up regardless of how little carbs I eat. My morning numbers are now in the 7.0 - 7.5 range and any small amount…Continue
Quick Question...
Started this discussion. Last reply by jims May 6, 2012. 20 Replies 0 Likes
Why, only at lunch if I have a few carbs (10-15) do I spike a lot more than the same amount of carbs in the morning or evening? I typically walk for 1/2 hr or more after each meal but even with a 45…Continue
Excellent video!
Started this discussion. Last reply by MegaMinxX Mar 2, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Not sure if this is allowed but I thought this was an excellent video with a great message and the delivery is awesome ;)…Continue
Morning Fasting Numbers
Started this discussion. Last reply by Super_sally Feb 6, 2012. 21 Replies 0 Likes
Just a quick question...My morning fasting numbers have gone from 90 - 108 over the last 6 months and just wondering if there is anything I can do to help with this. I know its probably DP but I'm…Continue
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Paul Curwen replied to guitarnut's discussion 'Insulin?'"Your situation sounds a lot like mine but I may be a little further along in the progress than you.
I started out with morning fastings about 80 - 100 (3 years ago) and now in the range of 110 - 130. I cant have the amount of carbs you have in one…"
Paul Curwen replied to kittywitty's discussion 'Had first endo appointment yesterday!'"I'm with you Alicia! My Doc didn't know what LADA was! Her response when I asked her was "Whats LADA?"
I can have readings of 10-12 at 2 hours with some carbs! I'm on very low carb and still see spikes.
I have noticed…"
Paul Curwen replied to kittywitty's discussion 'Had first endo appointment yesterday!'"Hi Kitty,
At first (a couple of years ago) I could tolerate more carbs with a meal (between 10g-20g) but now if I have 5g-10g I will rise above 140. I think over the last couple of years my beta cells have finally started to lose whatever production…"
Paul Curwen replied to kittywitty's discussion 'Had first endo appointment yesterday!'"Wow, your numbers and history sound a lot like mine. I'm 155lbs and have been an active jogger for the last 20 years. I've always eaten healthy foods so was surprised a few years ago when doc told me I was Type 2. After finding this forum…"
Paul Curwen posted a discussionOther medications?
Hi all,I've not posted here for a long time but my numbers have slowly started creeping up regardless of how little carbs I eat. My morning numbers are now in the 7.0 - 7.5 range and any small amount of carbs (5g) will spike me past 7.8, sometimes up to 9.0 - 10.0. My last A1C was 6.3 but I think this is largely due to eating very little carbs and walking almost every day after meals.I have a Drs appointment today and will be asking to see an Endo as I think its time (there's only so much I can…See More
Mishi replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'SVT and high Blood Sugar'"AB is very good form of treatment but the other is Radio frequency ablation RFA that has become common the standard treatment for SVT,"
rs14hubbard replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'SVT and high Blood Sugar'"SVT is not solely related to diabetes at all. Infact, very few studies have been done to find a correlation between the two. There was a study in Britain. I suspect that there is a correlation but none proven to date. To my knowledge, a pacemaker is…"
rs14hubbard replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'SVT and high Blood Sugar'"I am really surprised that you haven't had the ablation procedure done especially since you have landed in the ER. From what the doctors explained to us it is easily corrected with the ablation. Maybe talk to the doctors again?"
Equestrian replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'SVT and high Blood Sugar'"Don't know much about SVT. Is it solely to diabetes? Is a pacemaker an answer?"
"I was diagnosed with SVT just over a year ago, and have had three episodes that ended up in emergency because they start and don't stop for hours/days. Weirdly, the only medication that works for me is a tiny dose of beta blocker, so since June…"
Paul Curwen replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'SVT and high Blood Sugar'"Yes, emergency is traumatic and the last 2 times I've stayed at home, calmed myself down and waited the episodes out. They both reverted after about an hour. The drug thy give me is called Adenosine and basically stops your heart and forces it…"
Paul Curwen replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'SVT and high Blood Sugar'"Hi rs...
I'm glad your daughter had the successful ablations :) I know my triggers and they are caffeine and alcohol. I haven't had caffeine for about 6 years now but a couple of months ago I asked for a decaff coffee but after drinking I…"
Zoe replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'SVT and high Blood Sugar'"I'm so glad for her. I've lived with this for years and years and can't imagine a child having to deal with it. Thanks for sharing; makes me not look as the procedure as a "last resort" but something to end the problem!"
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- At 8:24am on December 27, 2010,
Linda G said… 
- At 4:56pm on December 16, 2010,
The Diabetic Welfare Queen said… Thank you, Paul! That really means a lot to me. :)) Always here, if I can help in any way.
- At 2:06pm on December 16, 2010, The Diabetic Welfare Queen said…
Sounds good to me. :D
- At 9:43pm on October 31, 2010, Linda G said…
- At 2:26pm on September 15, 2010,
Gerri said… - Hope you enjoy the pizza!
- At 1:20pm on April 5, 2010,
Joanne said… - Read ur message about trying Crestor. You are right to be wary. I took it for 7 weeks and got up one morning feeling like a truck hit me. I had severe muscle & joint pain that lasted 8 months after I stopped the med. My A1C is 6.0 now and the DR is again talking statins cuz my LDL was 101. TC was 158,HDL, Trigly were good. My Endo suggested trying Red Yeast Rice, a natural Statin ( from a Vitamin shoppe or GNC) and I have used it for almost a year with no side effects. Something to consider if you have Cholesterol issues. Won't ever do another Statin drug.
- At 4:48pm on April 2, 2010, Linda G said…
- Hey Paul....how's it all going?
HOPPY EASTER!!!
luv....linda
- At 4:36am on January 5, 2010, Linda G said…
- Thanks for the friend invite Paul!
- At 8:22pm on December 29, 2009, Linda G said…
- Hey...another Canadian! Welcome to the rabble Paul! Love your pics.
As well, before my carreer change, I too was a Graphic Designer...as well as Illustrator (Sheridan College OCA/U of T)...now, aside from teaching, I do the occasional illustration.
It's only been a little over 3 months since your dx....how's it all going?
- At 5:05pm on November 10, 2009, Gerri said…
- Hi Paul,
Happy to try to help. I know how overwhelming it is. I'd cry from frustration from either info overload or no info at all. Also understand wanting to know other people's numbers--I did also, but as Terry correctly said it's not of much use.
Don't hesitate to write if you need anything. Will do my best to assist!
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