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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptomsDiagnosis
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...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesDiagnosis
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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosisBlood Sugar Management
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...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesNewly 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...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesCopingDiagnosis
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!...Reactions0reactionsComments29 repliesDiagnosis
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...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis