Late in the topic, but what a range of doctors in this disease. I have not taken any meds since dx, but went through some illness, and had trouble controling, so added metformin just last April, once...
HI, I am sorry to hear about your troubles. You do not say what kind of cancer. Do the doctors already suspect it? What kind of tests did they do? Three years ago I went in for a colonscopy, routine...
Thanks everyone for your replys. Yes if I am honest with myself I can work harder with my blood sugar. My tests came back for the cholesterol, and they were very good. Went from 191 total to 152 and...
Hi, have not been posting for a while. I was having good blood sugar readings for a while, even some low morning numbers (114) which was good for me. Type II. Not taking any diabetic meds. Having...
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Hi, The reason I was upset about my number 6's were they were creeping upwards. So I just knew when I see doctor they may try to get me to take meds, and I am trying to avoid it as long as possible....
Ruth, We seem to be on the same course LOL. I too was disappointed with my AIC, it was in the low 6 and then I think my last one was 6.6. Not sure, but I too had been sick for a few weeks. I think I...
Thanks Jeannie, It is often hard to face the reality of diabetes. I am trying to get better about kiddings mys elf. I still sometimes think, Oh I will be ok eating that, and then I get a 197 reading...
Hi, The reading of the 190 I got was after I had not eaten for over 5 hours if my memory serves me correct, with previous readings all day in the 90' and low 100's. Had I taken it after a meal, I...
Yeah know I did wash them, but they might not have been completely dry. The funny thing is this morning my bs was one of the lowest I have had, I think it was 108. And I was not expecting it, cause I...
Juia, I am not on meds, so I did not pay that much attention to that part in the mandatory class my HMO requires before the procedure, they consider it a kind of pre op. However, they did mention...
HI, Tognight I came home and I tested before my meal. Well, I was shocked! It was 190, and I had not eaten anything for over two hours, and even then it was a kashi bar, which is a low glycemic meal...
HI, I have heard that yogart would be good and clean out of your system easy. Also, when you are doing the prep, CLEAR juices, nothing with red in them, like grape juice, nor orange juice, because...
Hi Jeannie, Thank you for your help and patience. The above poster does not know I was advised as many who have higher than normal bs in the morning, but good bs all day, to perhaps have a snack as...
OK, I was patting myself on my back after dinner. Made good choices all day today. My after dinner number was 108, real good for a diabetic, no meds, right? Well, was on computer in the chat room...
Hi, Last Sat. my grandson who is almost 14 went to two parties. The first one was a bowling party, and I was not there. Then he went to another party, this was one where there was extreme activity,...
Hi, I do not have an answer for you, as I am really new on the learning curve myself. However, I can understand where you are at. You are new, you are trying to see what you can get away with eating...
Hi Warren, Thanks for your help and information. I had a little semi victory tonight, but it was a semi. Went out for dinner with daughter and grandaughter to a favorite place, The Olive Garden. I...
Hi , I have learned much from this board and other diabetics on the net. You are all so helpful, and you know where we are and have been. You know the denial, you know the frustration, and that...
HI, Ok, I ate one of those Costco Oatmeal Cranberry cookies last night right before bed, and I woke up with a 120 bs (very good for me) not on any meds. The cookie has 17 grams of carb, 1 gram of...
Hi, Maybe your blood sugars are getting too low. Signs of low blood sugar can be that sweaty feeling, dizzy, nausa. Next time it happens try to drink some orange juice, see if that makes you feel...
Hi, I do not understand about the full blown diabetes? You think maybe I am just insulin resistant right now? I was diagnosed as type II, but once the diabetic clinic said I may be just insulin...
Hi Everyone, Still dealing with those unpredictable morninging numbers. Ok, last night I made semi good choice for dinner, had salad, bbq chicken, tortilla strips (that is the semi...
Hi Annmarie, So glad to see you found the board. I am on the ostomy board also. You will find great people here and lots of good advice and help. Also (hope I am doing this correct) check out this...
Hi, I do not know how long you have been an ostomate, but I am assuming you are fairly new. That being said, I have been an ostomate since July 2004. I seem to remember that in the beginning things...
Hi Arundineria, Welcome to the board. I am fairly new to this board also. I do not have any information to help you, but I am sure someone will come along and be able to give you some advice. I also...
Joules, Great Job! You will find it is one of the best things you could ever do for yourself. You will experience a freedom that you did not even know you lacked! I quit when I was in my early...
Hi Phishbow, I do not have any advice for you. You and others have usually given me the advice.You are always so supportive and kind. I just want you to know I am hoping you find the solution, and do...
Phishbowl, This was very instructive, and answered a question I had. I often have those numbers, however, I also have higher numbers at times, so guess that makes me officially diabetic, like the...
Hi, I am curious as to what a pre diabetic is? What qualifies you for that? I am curious, inquiring minds want to know. /community/emoticons/tongue.gif Take Care, Donna...
Hi Oceangirl, I am new here also, welcome. I have not seen your post, but I am looking forward to getting to know you. Take care, Donna...
HI, I am not in anyway able to give medical advice, however, from my personal experience I would definately have them give you a proper test for diabetes. When I look back, I too had those same...
Hi, I have found that a product called Beano can be helpful at times. Also, at first I thought, I will not eat before I go into a situ that I would be woefully aware of "my noise". Well, that does...
Sandy, Thanks, that makes sense, although not an exuse to eat french fries LOL. I just rescued a dog for the pound a few days ago, and trying to get it acculmated to new home, and get the current...
Hi All, I have tried the carb snack, I have tried the carb with some protein (ie peanut butter) tried some low fat yogurt, tried a little popcorn, sometimes LOTS POPCORN LOL! And it is still a hit...
Hi Gary, Although rarely have I dealt with low blood sugars, they do happen. There are symptoms of that, you feel kind of sick to stomache, sweaty, shakey, and there are other symptoms that may...
Lanie, You go girl! Tell him it has to be the "real" stuff LOL. Take care, Donna...
Hi Gary, That happens to me frequently, especially in the mornings. I usually have high morning fasting numbers 129 and up, and then if I eat they go down to the 120 or 140 or even in the high 90's,...
Hi all, Well I have had some of the best morning numbers I have had since being diagnosed. All in the 115 to 120 range, the problem no clue as to why, because the next day the number will be up again...
Lanie, Thanks for your reply. Yes I am going to try to keep up the exercise on the treadmill, even at only 2 mph it helps. You sound like you are really disiplined with your food Lanie. Mine, is...
Hi Jeanie, That was a very good post. I am going to print it out and I thank you for taking the time to type it. I would never think you are picking on me, you are much too sweet. I know you are here...
Jeannie, Thank you for your encouragement. Question, you say when your numbers stay above 150 or more for longer than two hours that is not good. So when I go to bed and wake up with the 148, who...
Thanks lanieg for your reply. Yes the cancer thing took a lot out of me. The diabetes went on the back burner for a while. Even wondered if I did not have diabetes in the first place, as my numbers...
Hello, I am new to this forum. I was diagnosed type II diabetes in 2003, was doing my best to keep my numbers in check with diet and exercise. Was doing well, got my ABHIC to within the 5's and I...