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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Sabalo
Sabalo
Still trying to get a grip on how blood glucose numbers change. I was 400+ when diagnosed in the hospital suffering from a Deep Vein Thrombosis that nearly ended my life. I am on Metformin 500 mg 2X daily and Xarelto 20 mg 1X daily for the DVT. I have lost 35 pounds and am at ideal weight. I exercise 1 hour every day. My blood glucose levels are down to 94 to low 120s. My question is: What SHOULD my blood Glucose numbers be? I ask my Doc and he just says I am doing fine. I am worried about a heart attack or having parts of my body amputated. All advice appreciated. Sabalo
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi and congrats on the weight loss and the good gluc numbers. There are differing ideas, but anything below 120 on a fasting test is pretty good for sure. Do check numbers 2 hours after eating and see if those hit below 140, which is another target I use.

We all live with the long term risks, but your numbers reported here show you are doing the right things. Good wishes.
billwfriend
billwfriend
welcome...just remember that it is not overnight that we lose our limbs or eyesite or anything else...it is caused by time with high numbers....and if your medicated the numbers will stay low and if they do not then the doc will change things around to give more control....

welcome again from me to you
deleted_user
deleted_user
Your numbers really are fine. They should be what they are - 94 fasting and 120 2 hours after a meal is great. I was also scared when I got diagnosed, afraid of all those complications, I dieted too much, lost weight too fast, and my reward was kidney stones.

I'm pretty sure we all agree.. don't panic. it looks like you're doing fine.

Would be interesting to see your next A1c.

Have you been to a diabetic educator yet? and or a dietician or nutritionist? They are very helpful in explaining things and figuring out a reasonable and healthy diet plan.
mzizgayle
mzizgayle
You are on the right track Sabalo....normal fasting (before you eat breakfast should be 100 or lower, tho some doctors don't worry unless 125 or higher. The goal for after a meal (2 hour test) is about 140 or as some doctors 160 or lower.

keep track of what you eat, portions and carbs, it gives you a better understanding. Most of us can handle 30-45 carbs per meal and about 20 for snack

do get with your doctor and have them refer you to the dietician to help also.
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