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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TC40
TC40
I was on victoza and had to stop because it was making me very ill...i went on tradjenta and over the last month my sugar has gone up to almost 300 in the am before i even eat. So, my dr wants me to try victoza again, the lowest dose every other day. I am not too excited by this because i know it is going to end up causing me diarrhea again :(

I have fallen into avery bad cycle. I am having a bad time with depression, plus my leg hurts so bad i can barely walk on it. I have not been going to the gym and my eating is out of control because i am depressed. I just don't know how to pull myself out of this vicious cycle. I am really hurting, both mentally and physically.
laurabp
laurabp
I am new to diabetes 2, diagnosed only two months ago, so I have no experience with either of the drugs you mention. I have refused any meds so far. My thinking is that you definitely need to talk to your doctor and tell him/her exactly what you have said here, and ask what other options are available.
mzizgayle
mzizgayle
many hugs to you dear...first step, tell yourself I will do this for my health and well being. it is tough I know and so easy to just let it take control, but you have to fight it and you take the control. Begin by one hour a day, then work yourself up to one day at a time. Next time you look at something you do not need, ask yourself "What would be better, do I really need this or just want it"
deleted_user
deleted_user
Don't be sad, talk to your physician straight about this and if he doesn't listen to you then you maybe is time to look for a doctor that better suits you, you have to feel comfortable with the person whos treating you ... I find helpfull to force my self to take a walk for at least 10 minutes and once that I'm already excersicing I find it easy to keep it going till I have a 30 min walk ... about the food you should try to eat a balanced meal and if you feel like eating try to have a sugar free jello o a salad and walways keep in mind that it is not going to affect your blood glucose level... and that will make you feel better later on :)
BobSue2008
BobSue2008
I agree about talking with your doc. If he/she doesn't listen. Find one who will. I also get dubious when docs put people on the newest (most expensive) medication. You've told him it makes you feel bad, why put you back on it?
I'm 52, dx'd almost 3 years ago and started on Metformin (old and good) and am still on it. The highest my bs has EVER been has been 254. Usually 80-120 on 250mg 2 x day. Of course, everyone is different. But, there has to be something that doesn't make you feel bad.