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Type 2 diabetes & questions about how to better manage diet
Started with Metformin and had intense diarrhea and lost a lot of weight. Dr changed me to Januvia and it seems to be easier on my body and AC has come down to almost normal. Any suggestions how to better manage diet?
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@archer8119 We have had discussions about Metformin in our Connect Community, here is the website where you can read about it,
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/first-day-on-metformin/?pg=1#comment-62367. As you can see, people have different views on their experience with Metformin. Are you currently taking this medication? Have you talked with your doctor regarding your concerns? Teresa
Yes I have been taking metformin for about 4 years now.
@archer8119 Since you have been taking the med for 4 years now, it would be good to talk to your treating physician about your concern. Have you ever talked with your doctor about your concern regarding health problems from the med? Teresa
Yes but he doesn't Seem to care .
He did change me to a slow release Metformin.
@archer8119 Would a second opinion from another physician give you some peace of mind? Teresa
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1 ReactionDr has been my dr for20 years. I trust him. It is my new environment that i worry about. In the last year ive had 5 stents, new pacemaker, toe amputation.
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3 ReactionsIve been on metformin for a few years and lately I've been reading on the web that it isn't good for you. Wonder how reliable that is?
Not really. He thinks i read too much but i dont care i ask anyway
@maurtura I'm glad that you have a feeling of trust with your current doctor. I can understand that you might be experiencing anxiety given all the changes in your general health. All of these procedures and experiences can weigh heavily on your mind. Teresa
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2 ReactionsThat's what I read to . That's what my concern is .