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Type 2

I have to take prednisone for another medical condition, and now I have problems controlling my sugar levels. The doctor increased the metformin, but I still have a very high sugar level from after breakfast until after supper when it seems to be normal.

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Five years ago, I was clinically obese and designated borderline diabetic. I lost weight, then my blood sugars were fine. Now, they rise if I eat carbohydrates. What kind of diet should I follow?

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I had a urine test at the doctor’s was “off the chart” for glucose, but my blood sugars are in the normal range when I use my husband’s glucose meter. Why is this? Why do I have so many yeast infections? I have Hashimoto’s disease and am morbidly obese.

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If someone is to have fasting blood work to test for diabetes, will the test be affected if he/she drinks a Diet Coke or Diet Pepsi before the test?

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Is it true that the administration of low doses of aspirin to obese patients can help reduce their insulin resistance?

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My son has gained weight since starting on clozopine two years ago. He is exercising and losing weight. What kind of diabetes testing should he have? Is he at risk for diabetes as a result of the medication or the weight gain?

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I have increased urination, dehydration, hunger and tingling in my legs. Seven months ago, I had tests that showed no urine abnormalities. Could I have developed diabetes since then? If not, what else could this be?

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I am newly diagnosed with type 2. My nurse practitioner now wants me to undergo blood work for Hepatitis A, B, and C, and an ultrasound. Are these normal procedures?

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Can a type 2 with hyperglycemia lose those nutrients in ICF and conserve those that are in ECF?

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When I changed to him, my new doctor said that my Glucovance and Actos should not really be used together. He told me to continue with them because I was doing well and had a lower A1c. Is it okay to take both at the same time?

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