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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 have been struggling with PCOS for 15 years and was diagnosed with diabetes 6 years ago. I am 46. I am seeing a doctor every 6 months but she pretty much just checks my numbers. This is why I think I need to see someone about my diet and weight. I am seriously hoping if I get down 40lbs more, which would have me at my suggest weight, that my health would be better. I was disappointed because I was doing vegan till six and I believed eating at my best. I was feeling great and energized and then my numbers were terrible. I'm not feeling as down anymore because I have already decided to go forward with seeing a nutritionist, I have kept a food diary for the last month which I think will help us figure out what the heck I'm doing wrong. I have 3 kids under 5 and I need to be alive and healthy at least for the next 30 years so I have no time to sulk lol.

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Aug 29, 2020

Hello @m12281515,

I would agree with @amandaburnett in that your weight loss is remarkable! You should be proud of yourself for this accomplishment.

Seeing a dietician is a great idea! I had no idea how knowledgeable they are until I saw one for pre-diabetes and then later consulted with another one for IBS and a low fodmap eating plan. They are great at understanding foods and they have a teaching style that helps you understand how and what to eat. I think of them as "PTs for appetite." Teaching people to eat well with health problems is their specialty. It will be a great experience for you.

Also, as suggested by @howardm, exercise is so very important. I have a small living space and don't have room for a treadmill, etc., but I have one of those floor type foot peddlers that works your legs like an exercise bike. It is small but very effective!

I'm also wondering if you are seeing an endocrinologist or just a general doctor? Endocrinologists are remarkable in their ability to treat diabetes.

m12281515, As you are so highly motivated, I feel sure that with the right medical support team you will continue to do well. Will you post again?

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