Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Diabetes Support Group

Showing Original Post only (View all)

TexasBushwhacker

(20,868 posts)
Sun Feb 11, 2024, 11:49 PM Feb 2024

So I have a feeling I'm diabetic [View all]

I was diagnosed with prediabetes about a year ago, altered my diet and brought things back to normal range. I lost my job 5 1/2 months ago and I've lived with depression for my entire adult life.. I'm 67 and at least 100 lbs overweight.

I've been feeling really fatigued and I know that can be a symptom of diabetes. I will be going to the doctor this week but whether it turns out I am diabetic or I'm not, I figure the best thing I can do is eat and exercise AS IF I'm diabetic.

So, any advice for a newbie?

12 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
So I have a feeling I'm diabetic [View all] TexasBushwhacker Feb 2024 OP
I've been diabetic for 35 years padfun Feb 2024 #1
Keep moving. multigraincracker Feb 2024 #2
Great idea to work on your diet. MLAA Feb 2024 #3
Exercise burns carbs and lowers blood sugar. MOMFUDSKI Feb 2024 #4
One of the first things I was told was woodsprite Feb 2024 #5
They will start you on metformin LetMyPeopleVote Feb 2024 #6
Do I ever! mahina Feb 2024 #7
I'm newly diabetic. I find a dietician really helpfull. applegrove Feb 2024 #8
Lose the weight. PoindexterOglethorpe Feb 2024 #9
When you are elderly that is easier said then done. n/t Jacson6 Feb 2024 #11
I'm 75, which I suppose is elderly. PoindexterOglethorpe Feb 2024 #12
You should go to the urgent care if you have Medicare and get a blood sugar level check. Jacson6 Feb 2024 #10
Latest Discussions»Support Forums»Diabetes Support Group»So I have a feeling I'm d...»Reply #0