DKA questionsI have been T2 for 25 years but after an error on my part (not taking meds for 6 weeks) I ended up in ICU with severe DKA. Now I...reactions2repliesDiagnosisBlood Sugar ManagementComplications
How long have you been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes?Living with type 2 diabetes is a life-long journey. There are people here who are newly diagnosed, unsure where to start; people who have been managing their condition for years...reactions32repliesDiagnosis
Recently Diagnosed Type 2Hello all. I've recently been told I have type 2 diabetes. Had blood test done and my doctor actually rang me to tell me as my appointment with them isnt...reactions3repliesSymptomsDiagnosis
Blood test results Hello everybody I am new to the Forum. I took a fasting glucose test and I received a normal result of 81. However, the doctor found that I have sugar...reactions6repliesDiagnosis
New to Type 2 DiabetesHello, so I was just diagnosed officially last week and my blood sugar and A1C were very high. I have changed my diet over the last few days and I've...reactions3repliesBlood Sugar ManagementDiagnosis
New diabeticIt’s been about a year since my doctor diagnosed me; type 2. My A1C HAS BEEN 5.7 and below since then, I don’t require insulin, I just take a metformin...reactions4repliesNewly DiagnosedDiagnosisAwareness
In shock after new diagnosis - how did you cope?My doctor told me just yesterday that I have T2D. It's put me in a tailspin and I feel overwhelmed by feelings of shame and dread. How did you cope...reactions9repliesCopingDiagnosis
Do You Remember Your Diabetes Diagnosis Date?Do you remember when you were diagnosed with diabetes? Do you have any special 'anniversary' celebrations, or do anything in particular to mark the occasion? Submit your own question!...reactions29repliesDiagnosis
Am I still considered diabetic with an A1c of 5.7?I was told back in January my A1C was 6.6. I do not take medication but I cut back on carbs and my A1c is 5.7. So am I still...reactions1replyDiagnosis