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I’m a type 1 diabetic on insulin and had been struggling to get a handle on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/327271/

Discussion: Insulin; what’s to fear ?

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Nov 16, 2020

I spoke to my son and we reviewed our blood sugar journey and my sister's and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219303/

Discussion: Middle of the night "episodes"

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: May 22, 2020

@kateia There’s certainly no harm in adopting a healthier lifestyle, but you may need to also...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/271680/

Discussion: How do I lower my morning fasting glucose levels?

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Aug 9, 2019

Welcome to Connect @ggibault. Sounds like you've got a lot going on. I would hate for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/116998/

Discussion: Managing diabetes and cancer treatments

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Oct 4, 2016

Okay. I guess there’s a tradeoff for being tubeless. I’d dread switching out every 3 days....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1388248/

Discussion: Omnipod, any info would be appreciated.

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Sep 6, 2025

Yes, it is me. I have had diabetes for over 20 years and have tried, I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/839424/

Discussion: How is it that a person can be allergic to insulin when your body prod

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Apr 7, 2023

@maurtura. What do you mean when you say you had a big swing in sugar readings?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/153465/

Discussion: First day on Metformin

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Jul 17, 2017

I'll throw my 2 cents into the mix: I've been on pumps for 22+ years. Been...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1318183/

Discussion: Insulin pump opinions & recommendations

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Jun 1, 2025

Linda, I was told to start insulin about 12 years ago. Went for a second opinion...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/932570/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed with Type II diabetes.........scared and confused

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Sep 19, 2023

@john2002, hello. Have been type 2 diabetic many years, fairly well controlled now with short acting...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/784310/

Discussion: Bedtime 120-140/am 200-240

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Dec 13, 2022

I am 69 and have been a type 1 diabetic for over 50 years. There is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1047807/

Discussion: Old age and diabetic

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Apr 9, 2024

@thisfatoldlady it sounds like you have a pretty solid system for dealing with low blood sugars...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1312208/

Discussion: CGM vs Finger Stick

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: May 25, 2025

@cehunt57 yes certainly, I only meant to suggest that these are standard guidelines, and I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1467767/

Discussion: How long do I need to wait? What can I do to shorten it?

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Dec 25, 2025

I found an article published by the Mayo Clinic that discusses alcohol and diabetes Does alcohol...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/192769/

Discussion: Glucose Monitoring

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Mar 17, 2018

@windyshores I was diagnosed with type 1 at age 18. By the time I was in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/709337/

Discussion: Can a pancreas transplant get rid of diabetes? And other questions

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: May 18, 2022

These diagnostic labels surely seem confusing and conflicting! I’ve always heard that steroids have side effects...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1063498/

Discussion: What are your your thoughts?

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: May 7, 2024

I have been on Levemir for many years from the V A. A couple months ago...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1043655/

Discussion: Lantus SoloStar Pens Out-of-Stock!

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Apr 1, 2024

I've tried adjusting my insulin dosage and increased my bedtime snack so my glucose level doesn't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/871564/

Discussion: Recently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Jun 3, 2023

Lots of new drug classes to discuss with your doctor: SGLT2 - allows glucose to pass...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1516060/

Discussion: If or how should the new diabetic drug be incorporated for Diabetes II

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Feb 27 6:14pm

@calicat greetings! I’m assuming that you are diabetic since you are posting a discussion in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1500940/

Discussion: Stopping Metformin

Support Group: Diabetes & Endocrine System

Posted: Feb 8 12:50pm