See All
Preferences
My Communities
My Discussions
My Email Digests
What's Happening Now
I agree with all other posters. Please find help elsewhere. This is not the site for you.View Thread
Not everyone reacts the same way to the shots.
How long has it been - are you on diabetes meds? Have you checked with your doctor? If you are on D meds perhaps your doctor can tweek your meds.View Thread
View Thread
I had frozen shoulder. I went to a Neurologist only after waking up one morning and I was in a whole lot of pain. I couldn't move my arm AT ALL. That was a very wierd feeling!
I went to a Neurologist and he did a Nerve Conduction Study and EMG. He found a damaged nerve in my back ribcage area that was causing paralysis. It wasn't frozen at this point but actually paralyzed. Because I couldn't move my arm, my shoulder later froze up.
I was sent to phsical therapy and gradually the nerve repaired itself and it started moving more and more and now my arm is completely healed. Funny thing though, one year later almost to the exact day, the same thing happened to my left arm.
It took about 1 year to heal the first time and about 6 months the second time. I did not take any shots in the joints mainly because I didn't want to deal with the high bg's and worry about DKA.View Thread
Too little information to provide any valuable answers here. MrsCora01 gave an excellent answer presuming your brother is diabetic.
You would get better answers by calling his doctor or going to an urgent care clinic or hospital emergency room if this seems life-threatening.View Thread
2 days ago flutetooter replied to redhead702 's response: This is a very old original post, but the topic is still current. One problem with a vegan diet is that some people eat a lot of bread, cereals, and other grain products, as well as potato chips, etc. Those foods have a lot of carbohydrates. Consuming only plant proteins in such food as lentils and navy beans is possible, but difficult. Those food are vey healthy nutrition wise, but are accompanied by an amount of dense carbs that will send your blood sugar up if not limited.That said, a vegan diet of mostly green leafy and low starch veggies and limited fruits would contain many nutrients. You would have to add MANY good fats such as nuts to reach the calorie count necessary to maintain a lean body. For overweight people, a diet of more veggies and less grains and animal protein would help in weight loss. If at first you don't succeed, try, try again!
I have been reacquainting myself with the current literature out there for diabetic diets/lifestyles. It seems that a major number of them are encouraging a diet high in vegetables, low in starches, and low in lean animal protein. This is a switch from many of them that used to espouse a vegan or vegetarian type lifestyle. Other things that they limit or eliminate are processed meats, processed starches, and root vegetables. I find that I can agree with much of what they say, as I have been trying to cut back on animal protein to some degree and add some more beans and legumes. I already snack on nuts, that I buy in large quantities and mix myself for walnuts, pecans, cashews and almonds. This cuts the salt intake from the standard mixed nut direction. I have also found that I enjoy sprinkling these with cinnamon. As we all know cinnamon is said to improve glucose absorption.
I took it upon myself to start a new post as the old one was getting long and is not current.View Thread
Before I get jumped on, I know I shouldn't be eating those things, especially in large quantities, and it's a very occasional lapse.View Thread
My doctor believes I'm inbetween also. Don't fit the Type 1 or 2 categories. Never have been tested, but he believes I don't make any insulin any longer.
I don't formally exercise most times. My job has me walking, lifting, bending, stretching all during work hours five days a week. My blood glucose has been on an even keel (normal) because of this.View Thread
That said, a vegan diet of mostly green leafy and low starch veggies and limited fruits would contain many nutrients. You would have to add MANY good fats such as nuts to reach the calorie count necessary to maintain a lean body. For overweight people, a diet of more veggies and less grains and animal protein would help in weight loss.View Thread
Causes of Blisters on the Bottom of the Foot
You didn't state whether your wife is a diabetic but if she is, some diabetics do suffer from bullosis diabeticorum. However, it is not a common skin disorder but you can read about it by clicking here .View Thread
View Thread
Had to laugh at the wife not getting the measuring and counting. I went through the same thing with hubby. Nutrition labels are my best friend. After awhile, you get to know the counts without looking.
BTW, no problem with Mrs. Dash on grits. Don't eat them. LOL.View Thread
Get moving, get your studio set up and create. Nothing like it to pass the days, and mark them well.View Thread
My doctor treated me as a type 2 but in spite of increasing my meds to maximum dose of both Metformin and Glimepiride, the only way I could keep my BG from reaching the stratosphere was to practically starve myself. Over the next year and a half I lost 15 pounds, so I was down to 105. My doctor finally referred me to an endocrinologist. Antibody tests showed me to be late onset type 1. I've been on Lantus now for five weeks and have gained back two pounds. I added Humalog for two meals a day yesterday, as my after-meal BGs were still running over 200.
I have no idea what caused my diabetes, though I've been on a statin for a number of years and I know risk level is higher if one is on a statin. I think one of my blood pressure pills also puts me at higher risk.View Thread
You say "I've tried eating different foods with meals like balancing proteins, fats, blah blah. It just doesn't work for me." It really DOES work, if you can test often and discover just how few grams of sugar your body will tolerate with your medications. Many people limit their carb intake to 100 or less total grams for the whole day; 15-25 for a meal; 6-10 for a snack; and many eat a lot more and take more meds. There is a solution for you, but it takes work and patience.View Thread
See Related Eating & Diet Communities
Women's Health Newsletter
Find out what women really need.
Featuring Experts
Helpful Tips
Helpful Resources
Expert Blog
Conquering Diabetes - Michael Dansinger, MD
Dr. Michael Dansinger provides thoughtful tips for those with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes who want to reclaim their health...Read More
Related News
Related Drug Reviews
- Drug Name User Reviews
Report Problems to the
Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Other Diabetes Information
- Diabetes Health Center
- Dieting Club: 50 – 100 Lbs Member Community Get Support from Members Like You!
- Blog : Conquering Diabetes with Michael Dansinger, MD
-
More Related Communities
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatments or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource, but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.
Health Solutions From Our Sponsors
©2005-2013 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.
WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.
