Well, as some of you no I was getting tested for diabetes in the last week or so. Today it has been confirmed that I do have type 2 diabetes. I have to go in for some more tests tomorrow. I guess they need to check my creatinine levels and my hemoglobin levels. These are just 2 of the many tests for tomorrow. I have been prescribed Metformin which is the most common pill for diabetics. I will have to take this for a month and monitor my sugar levels 4 times a day and write them down. After 2 weeks the doctor wants me to go in for a check up to see if the dose of Metformin is balancing my sugar levels. If not he will have to adjust the dose. I mentioned to him that my mom who is also diabetic took Metformin and had a reaction to it so he told me to let him no as soon as I feel any discomforts or reactions once I have started taking it and I can change it to Actos.
I just wanted to update everyone. I will update again as to how my life is changing due to the diabetes. I am not saying that my life will change drastically. I have to go to a Diabetic clinic now and will see a nutritionist. So now I have no excuse but to eat healthy and keep my aqua fit going.
April 7th, 2009 at 7:04 am
Sorry to hear that Tracey. My grandmother who is now 95 has diabetes for 10 over years already and she has been on medication for as long as I remember. The fortunate thing is, she never get worse or has any complication. With a little change in diet and medication. She is still leading a healthy and happy life. I wish that everything will turn out alright for you.
April 7th, 2009 at 9:47 am
Thank you BK. Yes I no that with the right changes in my lifestyle I can be ok with this, maybe even get rid of it
April 8th, 2009 at 9:16 am
I’m so sorry to hear that. At least you know now, if you didn’t your heath could have hit the fan. Good luck with everything!
April 9th, 2009 at 9:21 am
Thanks Aron. You’re right, it’s good that I found out now instead of having a heart attack or a stroke then finding out that’s what caused it.
April 9th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
Sorry about the diabetes. My brother has it but it is in control. Just the bad part is the diet and exercise.
April 10th, 2009 at 12:49 am
Tracey, I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis. My mother suffered as a diabetic before loosing her battle to cancer. I know how hard it can be on you and your loved ones. I wish you the all the best. Knowing is half the battle.
April 14th, 2009 at 9:55 am
Hi Grampy, Thanks, yeah there are alot of people in my family that have it. I have it under control already, waiting for the diet part of it.
April 14th, 2009 at 9:58 am
Thanks Laura, sorry about your mom. My mom has diabetes too and she now has Kidney failure. This is one of the biggest reasons why I am going to get rid of the diabetes. I see what she is going through and it is tough.
April 27th, 2009 at 9:07 pm
Hello Tracey, how are you getting on with diabetes? No updates from you. My mom has it too and she has to watch her sugar intake. Wish you well!
Angie
April 28th, 2009 at 7:07 pm
I was diagnosed with Diabetes Type 2 seven years ago at age 50. I was very frightened. But I gave up sugar, white potatoes, white flower, etc. and took a couple of medications, not insulin. I’m not as scared.
April 29th, 2009 at 8:45 am
Hi Angie, I know I haven’t been updating lately, but there are some other things going on with the diabetes. I will do a post in the next day or so and let everyone know whats going on. I to have to watch my sugar intake as your mom does.
April 29th, 2009 at 8:46 am
Hi Larry. I know what you mean I was a bit scared at first, I am still going through the nutrition part of it and I know that I will have to give up some things
but it’s for the best right?