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orthodoc · 11-06-2014, 07:10 PM

UT, do you mean that you have just had a diagnosis of Type 2 DM?

And, Clod ... you have so many reasons to be tired, but making sure your blood glucose is where it should be is a major issue to address. I haven't checked out the otc blood glucose meters so can't comment, but if you've had conflicting results, I'd suggest a fasting glucose AND a Hemoglobin A1C through a certified outpatient lab (i.e. ordered by your PCP, I imagine).

And if Minifob has results that are concerning, the same routine for him would give you a better view of things. A certified lab will let you have more confidence regarding test results.

If results say: Type 2 DM, there are ways to deal with it, without resorting to endless meds.

11-06-2014, 07:10 PM	#647
orthodoc Not Suspicious, Merely Canadian Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 3,774	UT, do you mean that you have just had a diagnosis of Type 2 DM? And, Clod ... you have so many reasons to be tired, but making sure your blood glucose is where it should be is a major issue to address. I haven't checked out the otc blood glucose meters so can't comment, but if you've had conflicting results, I'd suggest a fasting glucose AND a Hemoglobin A1C through a certified outpatient lab (i.e. ordered by your PCP, I imagine). And if Minifob has results that are concerning, the same routine for him would give you a better view of things. A certified lab will let you have more confidence regarding test results. If results say: Type 2 DM, there are ways to deal with it, without resorting to endless meds. __________________ The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. - Ghandi