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GlucoMenu® Support-Group:
The information posted below is in no way intended to replace professional medical advice.
Diabetes care is specific and the information below may not apply to you.
People posting to this list likely have diabetes, but probably do not have a medical background.
Always speak with your healthcare team prior to making any changes regarding diabetes treatment.
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In this issue:
1. Diabetes Type II second opinion
2. Glucophage side effects?
3. Just call me Allie...
4. Diabetes & steroids?
5. Diabetes poor control... help!
6. Where can I find a month of menus?
7. How do I help my husband? (response)
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Walker, Karen
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: Diabetes Type II second opinion
Dear Group,
I was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes about 4 years ago. It was a devastating blow to me and I think I have been in denial every since. I would half-heartedly to control my diet but when that and meds did not make a difference so I decided to just ignore the problem and eat as I please. I would go back to healthy eating when my blood sugar increased dramatically. Then I started experiencing bouts when my blood sugar would plummet to about 58. I have experienced this 3-4 times, (usually while I am working in the yard or out shopping.) Anyway, my blood sugar has never been under control, bouncing from 198 to near 400. However my healthcare provider never seemed too concerned that my A1c is always over 6.0 and I figured maybe this diabetes isnt that serious after all.
Now during the last several months I have been feeling extremely lousy, my vision is blurred more often than not and my blood sugar runs 262 to 300. My healthcare provider was not taking any other actions so I took it upon myself to seek out an Endocrinologist. He made a change in medication (noting he has 3 options in mind right away.) I will go back for a recheck next week.
My message here is seek further assistance if you do not see improvement or if your healthcare provider seems less than concerned. Sometimes a fresh new eye on the situation is what is needed.
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From: Colleen Baker
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: Glucophage side effects?
I had trouble with diarrhea while on Glucophage, in fact it was horendous. I finally had all I could stand and got off it. Anyone else have side effects?
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From: Allie
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: Just call me Allie
Just call me Allie...
I can not exercise as in walking, running, etc. but I ride my recumbant bike. I try to stay on a diet but it is hard. I need
help with free snacks and what is the best medicine?
Thanks,
Allie
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From: Jennifer Sparks
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: Diabetes & steroids?
I am diabetic due to taking steriods for other health problems. My weight is a problem. I diet but cant seem to shed the weight, it is very discouraging. Is anyone else on steriods that has any weightloss success or ideas.
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From: Denise Iseman
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: Diabetes poor control... help!
I sooooo resent having this illness. Half my family has it. I am living a full life yet I still resent this illness messing up my life. I really need help! I have poor control.
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From: Maggie
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: Where can I find a month of menus?
Starting a new healthy lifestyle, need to lose weight the correct way. Where can I find a months worth of diatectic menus?
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From: Krista
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: How do I help my husband?
Hi,
My husband has recently been told he is converting to diabetic. He is having severe symptoms (like hes drunk) but he is not on meds and he is a Paramedic. His sugar is everywhere. Should he be on meds by now... How do I help?
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From: Christine Carlson nutrition@glucomenu.com
To: Support-Group@GlucoMenu.com
Subject: How do I help my husband? (response)
Hello Krista,
Make a doctors appointment to access his health. Ask the doctor for a referral to a diabetes education class in your area. These classes are usually taught by nurses, dietitians, etc. They cover the basics such as testing, carbohydrate counting, medications, and more. You and your husband might find other people in the class experiencing the same problems.
Good luck to you.
Christine
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