Diabetes Type 2 Support Group

Type 2 Diabetes is a condition in which the body either does not produce enough insulin or does not make efficient use of it. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert food into glucose, a sugar that the body uses for energy. Without enough insulin, glucose can accumulate in the blood, and can cause serious health problems such as heart disease and strokes and organ damage...

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dawnrose0004 03/22/2015

Hi,

My last blood work:

Fasting glucose: 104 (66-99)
Insulin 4.8 (2.6-24.9)
A1c 5.6 (4.8-5.6)

Do I have diabetes?

Thanks for your help!

MsBlank1 03/22/2015

first off, there is not enough information given to know your history.
Second....I'm not qualified to diagnose you or anyone.
My first glance says you MIGHT be pre diabetic...not really sure.
What does your doctor say?

dawnrose0004 03/22/2015

I have an appointment in 2 weeks with my doctor. What other information do you need?

grannie 03/22/2015

You need to ask your Doc. As MsBlank said...not enough information.

Get a Glucose test done.

MsBlank1 03/23/2015

Your doctor has your health history. Did he/she test you for diabetes cuz of family history or did you have a complaint that makes him/her suspicious? What other blood work does he/she have to compare this one to? She/he will compare this blood test to others. Have you been testing your blood regularly with a meter?
However, it is much more complicated than that.
We will support you however we can, but it is impossible to be able to diagnose you. I know it may sound harsh and I don't mean to come off as such. I just want to make sure that you understand that although I/we are diabetics, we are not doctors. Diabetes is a mystery and takes many twists and turns. I do not wish to do you harm by diagnosing you wrong and causing you distress and added anxiety.
You can ward off diabetes the best you can by adopting a healthy eating lifestyle and exercising.
I wish you the best and hope that your doctor gives you a good result :)

dawnrose0004 03/23/2015

Thanks for your help and advice!

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