"No my tests are not shabby, as has been pointed out to me on numerous occassions, I am harder on myself, expect more from me, than anyone does, I am what is known as a "completely controlled" diabetic. Which is what you want, but if I…"
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I need advise on dealing with docs
Started this discussion. Last reply by sdkate 6 hours ago. 11 Replies 0 Likes
I am a type 2 diabetic, have been for 12 years. I have been on oral meds for since day 1. I have a low carb diet of 60 carbs a day, and exercising 4 - 5 times a week for over and hour. My last A1 C…Continue
Diabetics or Medical People
Started this discussion. Last reply by sdkate Apr 6. 13 Replies 0 Likes
I don't know about other places, but in South Dakota, we still need to have a doc or PA sign off on all meds and medical care. I also believe that in many instances, people with a disease like…Continue
Changing from sliding scale Humalog to every meal
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian (bsc) Apr 5. 3 Replies 0 Likes
About 8 months ago, my doc put me on a sliding scale of humalog ( if my blood sugars are 150- 200 I take 2 units; 200-250 is 5 units and 250- 300 is 8 units, if I go over 300 I call the on call…Continue
Refresh my memory
Started this discussion. Last reply by twinchick Apr 2. 10 Replies 0 Likes
It has been almost 13 years since I sat before my PA and she told me I was type 2 diabetic, and things were going to change in my life. I forget those feelings and have taken control of my diabetes…Continue
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sdkate replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"It would be very nice Zoe if everywhere there were no restrictions on taking care of ourselves, but currently I live in an area where there are restrictions on what I can do for myself, ie, meds, tests, etc. So learning to work with in the system…"
Shawnmarie replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"That's why I was pleased to find this:
http://www.personalabs.com/
I can choose what blood test I want, pay online, go to the lab, then get my results online. I have to pay out of pocket, but sometimes I want the information and my doc and…"
Zoe replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"Actually, it's not every country where we "need docs to get our meds, etc.". I lived in Guatemala for two years where you could buy any medication at the pharmacy with no need for a prescription. To get a lab test you just appeared at…"
Stemwinder replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"I noticed on your profile that your last A1C was 6.3, That's not to shabby in my book. That being said I fully support your decision to ask for insulin if that's what you wish.
I started insulin 2 years ago not because I wanted to but…"
David (dns) replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"While our situations aren't 100% duplicates of each other, there are some very strong parallels.
I have been T2 for going on 20 years now. For almost all of that time I was managing it -- rather haphazardly -- with diet, exercise and oral meds…"
sdkate replied to BeBe's discussion 'Treatment for Low blood sugar' in the group Low Carb Recipe Swap"BeBe, are you looking for something BEFORE you have the low, or after you are into it? I know for myself that 4 lifesaver's will start my sugars going up immediately. Those are easy to put in a plastic sandwich bag. Also, last a longer time…"
sdkate replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"Having done the insulin previously, and not gained weight, I don't think it is a problem for me. I've lost a total of 90 lbs in the last four years, so eat very carefully, exercise much, for that I am proud. I know I have the right to be…"
sdkate replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"I am on Janument, 50/1000, that works well for me. However, my dh is on Metformin, I will tell him to mention the B12 to his doc as he is feeling rather worn down, and we do need him and I both to stay healthy....."
Brian (bsc) replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"In my view, we own our own diabetes. We should be the ultimate authority in guiding the course of our lives. Insulin works. Far better than any oral medication. And while there are some risks from hypos and weight gain, there are risks from any…"
"I agree about taking some muslin. I am a type 2 on levemire ,it works well. Do you take metformin? This can cause low B12 making you anemic. Taking oral B12 did the trick for me. He now checks my B12 levels every 6 months. Keeping good records is…"
acidrock23 replied to sdkate's discussion 'I need advise on dealing with docs'"It sounds like you felt better w/ insulin. I still remember how ghastly I felt right before I was dx'ed, in 1984. I guess that's T1 vs T2 but I suspect the sensation would be similar and, if you are confident you'll feel better, I…"
sdkate posted a discussionI need advise on dealing with docs
I am a type 2 diabetic, have been for 12 years. I have been on oral meds for since day 1. I have a low carb diet of 60 carbs a day, and exercising 4 - 5 times a week for over and hour. My last A1 C was 6.3, and pretty consistent for the last three checks. I also have arthritis, have been diagnosed with anemia recently, but have been with that for my life time. I have a PA for my PCP; live in a smaller town where the docs are in short supply, and the nearest Endo is 200 - 350 miles away. Not an…See More
sdkate replied to ckurpiewski's discussion 'Go straight to insulin?'"I am so glad that you wrote in, I had GD with my second son and was told nothing, that was 25 years ago. Now 13 years into the diabetes journey, I am learning that in order to get what I want, feeling good and being healthy, I have to advocate for…"
sdkate replied to hookilau's discussion 'Newly dx'd, none of my doctors seem knowedgeable =('"OMG Bernard, that is exactly what my CDE and I have talked about numerous times. That our bodies are so overworked that at the very least our pancreas needs a break. 6 months or a year of insulin would be the time the pancreas may need to regroup,…"
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- At 7:10pm on December 27, 2012,
Jim Roach said… Welcome to TuDiabets Sdkate!
- At 7:08pm on December 26, 2012,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
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SEAGATOR said… WELCOME to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
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