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Just found out I'm type 2 and am very concerned.

posted by blueman21

Hi blueman...I know exactly how you feel..I was diagnosed about 5 months and still havent gotten over the shock and so confused as to what to do half the time...I had my A1C taken a couple of weeks ago and it was 6.7 which i guess is quite good but my sugar level is still in the v high 100s...I have tried not eating
a lot of carbs and it didnt help numbers at all...I walk a mile and a half every day that i possible can and I still gain weight...Well keep in touch and gl to you..If I can be of any help..Hollar..ok Have a nice evening...

posted by DriftnDream
over 2 years ago

Hi Blueman21, first I want to welcome you to the group. Second I want you to calm down and not be so worried. I am very sorry you were diagnosed with diabetes and believe me I know how that feels, I've had it over fifteeen years. But we make the best of it and we survive. You will too. You came to the right place. You need support right now to not feel depressed about this and to know you are not alone. This group is a boatload of diabetics all ready to help you with questions, and help you to feel good about yourself in spite of the diabetes. Your life is going to change a little but it won't be all bad. You have to eat better now and exwecise (I know that's a dirty word) and possibly take medication or else eventually will. But for every problem that comes up for you now one of us or all of us has been there and we can help. Welcome.

posted by TaylorBel
over 2 years ago

I just wanted to let you know we are all in the same boat when we find out that we have diabetes 2...Just listen to your doctor i guess...Did they put you on any meds..I am on 2 metformin a day...ok tc

posted by DriftnDream
over 2 years ago

Ps get used to my typos. I don't see all that well but not from diabetes.

posted by TaylorBel
over 2 years ago

Welcome to the group, blueman. You will see as you read the different post, that we are all learning in this group and trying to help each other. Ask anything and surely one of us has been there and done that or will at least steer you in the right direction.
Watch your diet and exercise. Keep a mental note or write down which foods seem to run up you blood sugar level. There is a post on here about low blood sugar and high blood sugar symptoms. Read that post and pay attention to the different symptoms. If you have been put on medications, check up on the symptoms of low blood sugar and what to do if you think it is low. Sometimes when you are put on medication, it may be too strong and drop your blood level too low so keep an eye on that until you get your medication regulated.
You'll be fine. We will be here to help you.
Deborah

posted by SouthernCharm52
over 2 years ago

Thanks to everyone for your kinds wordsand support.Sorry I haven't gotten back sooner but have been going a 100. My grandson's football team is playing today and my wife came to Boone to see him.It's the first time being away since I found out and was a little concerned but so far no problems.

Thanks Again

blueman21

posted by blueman21
over 2 years ago

Welcome to the group. It seems I'm newly diagnosed but it's been about a year that I got the definitive diagnosis. I'm sure the tips and support you get here will be very helpful.