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Diabetes

You can use this forum to discuss Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, pre-diabetes – prevention, diagnosis, specialists, self-care, diabetes-induced complications, nutrition, physical activity, medications and other forms of diabetes management.

Have I got diabetes or hyperthyroidism?

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My sister thinks I have diabetes but I think I have something wrong with my thyroid.  My symptoms of losing weight, sweating, and sleeplessness sounds like hyperthyroidism to me.  She thinks my constant drinking and going to the bathroom all the time could be diabetes-related.  Outside of going...

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Type 2 diabetes can be reversed by eating 600 calories a day

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I have read a study about reversing diabetes.... it pretty interesting.  It claims that by eating 600 calories a day for a two month period, that diabetes could be reversed.  The people consumed diet drink and non-starchy vegetables.  The study believes that this removes fat from around the...

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Running v Cycling – The Blood Glucose Experiment

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Hello everyone, I recently got into the cycling and running. Now I was thinking that you would burn more calories while running and fewer while cycling. Now the reason I'm looking at this is because, I really not running material but I can go for the cycling. I suppose I could do a little of both. I...

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DVLA considering revoking licences of insulin users

Hi, I've go a quick question. I've heard that the DVLA is considering revoking licences of insulin users. Gee, I hope that isn't true. Has anyone out there heard about this. Could it be true? Surely, there must be some way around this if you're not having any problems with hypos or hypers. I've been...

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diabetic type 1, planning a pregnancy

Hello, Me and my husband have decided to start a family. We were uncertain about my beginning a diabetic type 1 and complications that might arise. So, I'm planning a pregnancy and need advice. I've had some trouble with managing my blood sugar levels in the past so I guess I need to change my diet...

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diabetic type 2, planning a pregnancy

Hi all, I'm diabetic type 2 and I'm planning a pregnancy. Need advice! I've been told that I need to have my blood sugar levels well managed and to start working on that right now. As a type 2 I tend to have hypos. Not a whole lot, but I think I have problems taking the right amount of insulin. Some...

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Hypoglycemia (I am not diabetic) and Drinking Alcohol?

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So I am wondering about going out all night and drinking but I heard horror stories about becoming hypoglycemic (even though I am not diabetic).  I heard about drinking too much can make a person go into a hypoglycemic coma.  So how much is too much to drink?  I mean , how much does a person have...

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Insulin Pump & BM Machines, any info??

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I am a new diabetic I guess.  My doctor's nurse called and told me my A1c is 9 and I need to come in because I need diabetic counseling and stuff.  I wanted to ask about the insulin pump and bm machines... I am worried that I might need to be a pump.  Does everyone use a pump when diagnosed with...

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Hyperglycemia and aches and pains

Please help me!  I seem to always get hyperglycemia and aches and pains.  I am feeling horrible and I need help with getting my blood sugars down.  I eat 2 pieces of fruit with oatmeal in the morning and plenty of fruit throughout the day.  I replaced my candy addiction with the fruit because I...

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When should you get medical help if on insulin?

Hi everybody, I've been wondering when should you get medical help if on insulin? I know about hypos and hypers although up to this point I haven't had any real problem. I'm wondering where the cut off it in terms of symptoms and when you really need to get medical attention. I've always wondered...

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