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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gooch 10/10/2010

I am new. I have had two fbs over 100 but under 120. I am concerned but my docs don't even talk about it. It worries me.

lostonrye 10/10/2010

126 fasting on 2 occasions is a diabetic diagnosis
butt the test needs to be from a blood sample taken after a 12 hr fast

if taken by meter its not 100% accurate

You maybe pre diabetic and its does not hurt anyone to cut down on carbs and exercise regularly stop smoking and cut down on the booze

Usually doctor at under 120 just say come back in 6 months for another test

grannie 10/10/2010

If they are over 100 but under 120..what were they? By any chance did he do an A1C? Like Lost asked is that a 12 hour fasting?

mzizgayle 10/10/2010

Many things could give you this reading, did you eat/drink anything before the tests, are you on medication for other issues? Doctors have different ideas about what is pre-diabetic, etc so talk to him, ask him why he will not discuss this.

As others said, watch your diet, learn to earn proper portion sizes and get some exercise and this is good for everyone

deleted_user 10/10/2010

Hi gooch - You are a 79 year old hypochondriac? Well, I am a former hypochondriac, and if there is one thing I learned is worrying does nothing but make things worse. My advice would be to ask him for an A1c blood test to determine how your sugars have been over a 2 to 3 month period of time. If he doesn't feel it is necessary, ask to see an endocrinologist. If your doctor tells you your A1c is fine - stop fretting and try to enjoy your life.

I am only 38 and my medical folder is 3 inches thick of hypochondrism. lol I know how it is gooch, I know how it is.

gooch 10/10/2010

Thanks very much for your replies. They were all very helpful.

deleted_user 10/10/2010

When I go for blood work I cant eat after midnight but have blood taken at 9 am - 9 hours.

Gooch - dont worry - you sound fine to me.

deleted_user 10/17/2010

Buy a meter and check your own blood. It's very educational anyhow. It's always good to see how your body reacts to various foods. I'm prediabetic and am working hard to keep my BG levels nice and low (

deleted_user 10/17/2010

Are you still around Gooch? Funny I have lived with your name for years as a nick name!! I have it in gold and people always say whats a gooch!!!!Lol
Anyway how are you doing?? people always vanish after posting!!!

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