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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.

Drinking beer with diabetes.

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So I am type 2 diabetic and I want to know if I can drink beer.  I usually go out on the weekend and drink cola but I'd like to drink a beer or two.  Would this be ok or will this mess me up?

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After Metformin and before Insulin

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Hi all, I've been on Metformin for several years now and my doctor is thinking about putting me on insulin but he says there are other drugs he can administer before we get to insulin. So, my question is what comes after Metformin and before Insulin? I've been really comfortable with Metformin and I...

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insulin resistance at 21 weeks

Hello, I am pregnant and I am really worried about my baby and stuff.  I have found out I have insulin resistance at 21 weeks into my pregnancy and I am sick about it.  I have to watch my diet and start to exercise, which is fine, I guess. I am worried that if that doesn't work, I have to go on...

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Eating nuts daily could help control type 2 diabetes

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I have an idea I would like to share to other diabetics.  How do you think eating nuts daily could help control type 2 diabetes?   Well, I am living proof that you can.  I have been eating nuts for over a year and my blood sugars have been great!  I do not have any highs or lows and I have lost...

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Does Metformin really help?

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Hello, people... does Metformin really help?  I am a diabetic that has done diet and exercise to control my blood sugars and now the doctor wants me on medication.  My friend is on metformin and she still has high blood sugars so I don't want to be on a medication that can mess up my body and have...

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Low BG readings

Hello all, I have a particular problem with hypos. Help Urgent – low BG readings. I sometimes feel tired and confused. I have trouble concentrating on what I'm doing. I feel like I need to take a nap in the afternoon but I can't cause I'm at work. I try to take a walk a lunch time to perk me up a...

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hypoglycemia and alcohol withdrawal

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Yellow, My wife tends to drink a bit too much alcohol and she has type 2 diabetes. I'm trying to get her to quit and she as a couple of times now. She says that she is having problems with hypoglycemia and alcohol withdrawal. When she starts feeling bad again, she start drinking again. Is there...

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Living with Hypoglycemia and Type 2 diabetes

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I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and it is bad enough that I have to go on insulin.  I have been having illnesses and poor healing wounds for a long time but just ignored it, plus with no insurance I just didn't want to have a doctor bill to have to worry about paying off with little...

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Does anyone else have have side effects of Metformin

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Oh my gosh... I just started on metformin like about 3 weeks ago and I hate it so much!  I am having diarrhea reallllly bad with it and I don't know what to do about the other side effects!  I have a bad stomachache with it so I don't feel like eating all that much.  I did have fever and chills...

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how long does it take for metformin to start working?

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I started on metformin a while ago and I was wondering when it will kick in and start working?  I am still having high blood sugars and I thought it would be helping by now.  Can anyone help me out understanding what is going on?  I eat a lot of carbs but I figured the metformin would bind to the...

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