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Are You Frustrated With Finding Effective Treatments For Diabetes?

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Does Anyone Else Have Ostereoarithis (I Hope I Spelled It Correctly). How Is It Affecting Your Diabetes?

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Meridian, MS
A DiabetesTeam Member

Thats my mantra…keep moving!
:)
Thankful it’s not Rheumatoid arthritis.

3 days ago

Is Anyone Using Tresiba? Any Concerns Or Side Effects With It? Thanks!

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Castle Rock, CO
A DiabetesTeam Member

So "low carb" is under 150/day

A couple of big Diabetes Studies pegged the maximum at 130/day

But if you got some advice from someone that has your medical history, treatment information etc and… read more

3 days ago

Hello My Fellow Diabetics, Hope Everyone Is Keeping Well. Do You Have Issues With Liver And What Did You Do To Treat The Nagging Dull Pain

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Roodepoort, ZA
A DiabetesTeam Member

Margaret is right I used the milk thistle, and lost weight.

November 13

My Doctor Said I'm Insulin Resistant And Prediabetic. I Gain Weight Easily; Esp, In My Upper Abdomen. Any Suggestions???

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A DiabetesTeam Member

Most people can handle 100-130 net carbs daily
Some only 50-60 net carbs daily.
Some only 20-30 net carbs daily.

Find your carb tolerance. While sticking to the nondiabetic range of 4.0(72 usa)… read more

November 12 (edited)

If You Do Long Fast And Dont Eat Enough Daily. Will That Make Your A1c Rise. Higher. When Tested? Not Eating Enough Daily

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Bloomsburg, PA
A DiabetesTeam Member

Fasting or not eating enough daily can affect your blood sugar levels, but it doesn't directly cause your A1c to rise. The A1c test measures your average blood sugar levels over the past three months… read more

November 11

I Eat No Fat Greek Yogurt With Protien, High Fiber , But Still Trouble Getting Enough Protein And Lower My Fat Intake. What Can I Do?

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Baltimore, MD
A DiabetesTeam Member

You can aslo look for protein drinks. Most are low carb and there are many flavors.

November 11

What Is Your Favorite Go To Meal, On A Cool Rainy Day?

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Dalton, GA
A DiabetesTeam Member

I like to do crafts, read, or call family or friends, go to the gym

2 days ago

I Am Having A Lot Of Bloating And Cannot Lose My Enormous Belly

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Baltimore, MD

I am taking metformin twice a day and blood pressure medication losartan and amlodipine…as well as seizure pills levetiracetam

A DiabetesTeam Member

Have been checked for gastritis, IBS, or other stomach problems. You should consult your doctor; meds can cause gas and bloating but you need a proper diagnosis. My best regards.

November 10

Yes. How Do You Treat Ketosis In Duabetics.

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South Africa JHB
A DiabetesTeam Member

Diabetes keto acidosis.

Standard treatment in hospital is IV fluids, electrolytes, insulin.

It is a life threatening condition and must be treated immediatately.
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November 10

I Am Taking 1000g Glucophage And 60g Diaclucide But My Sugar Levels Are Still High. Kindly Assist With Tips

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Parys, ZA
A DiabetesTeam Member

Managing high blood sugar levels can be challenging. Here are some tips from my knowledge base to help you manage your diabetes more effectively:

1. Healthy Diet
- Monitor carbohydrate intake and… read more

November 9
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