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I'm having problems managing Type 2 Diabetes with medication

Diabetes & Endocrine System | Last Active: Oct 25, 2021 | Replies (83)
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@m12281515

I am little depressed at the moment. I was really working hard on trying to lose weight and get my numbers right but it didn't work and my numbers are terrible. I lost another 10lbs and down a total of 85lbs. I am going to take the next step and see a dietitian because obviously I'm doing something wrong. My doctor is now gonna put me on jardiance☹️. I feel like they tell us lose weight and exercise, eat right and you can reverse diabetes and high blood pressure. It's not happening. My brother has no more weight to lose and is on his way to being under weight and his numbers are terrible. He is taking so many pills and now it's happening to me not to mention that I am going bald from the meds. I wish I never started taking meds to begin with and did it myself.

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Amanda Burnett | @amandaa | Aug 28, 2020

Hi @m12281515, I wanted to take a moment and welcome you to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am sorry to hear that your numbers are terrible despite your current weight loss. I think that 85 pounds is incredible though! That is something to be very proud of. A lot of the diet and exercise regimens for type 2 suggest a very physician controlled increase of intensity. Is this something that is being regulated by your doctor? How long have you been diagnosed with type 2?

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howardm | @howardm | Aug 28, 2020

I too have had diabetes, and have struggled with it for over 18 years. I can only tell you that I’ve learned we are not all the same and what works for one person may produce totally different results in someone else.

I do find that exercise is an important aspect in keeping my A1c down, and you see the results within a few days. I primarily use the bike while using dumbbells, getting things done in about 30 minutes. (I’m lazy, so I try to get it out of the way sooner!) I alternate with 30 minutes of rowing or treadmill. And I make sure to get adequate protein before and after exercising (experts can’t agree when to get protein, before vs. after so I do both.)

Also, while I do keep a carb-conscious diet of 40-45 carbs per meal, I find that not consuming enough carbs can produce higher blood sugar in me, so I never follow fad diets.

Also ask about how when to check. Because I have a reverse internal blood flow and do not test on my fingers, I test 2-3 times a day, always before meals at least 4 hours after consuming anything.

One thing I am thankful for is that after all these years I do not take insulin and have full feelings in my feet (also take metanx generic supplements). I wish you well.

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