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After Taking Metformin, I Am Having Stomach Cramps During The Night. I Don't Believe This Is Normal.

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Clarksville, TN
A DiabetesTeam Member

Tom. Metformin can cause stomach related issues. Please consult with your physician.

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Diabectic 1 For 30 Year And Insulin Dependent Around 20 Units A Day And Havr Reader. My Question Is To Avoid Spikes And With A Reader Its

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Lake Worth, FL
A DiabetesTeam Member

To avoid blood sugar spikes, consider these tips:

1. Monitor Regularly: Use your reader to check glucose levels before and after meals
2. Carb Counting: Match insulin doses to carbohydrate intake.
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I Have Collapsed Because My Sugar Was Low, Has Anyone Else Experienced This?

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Prince Albert, SK
A DiabetesTeam Member

Experiencing a collapse due to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is not uncommon for people with diabetes. Symptoms like shakiness, confusion, and sweating can escalate to seizures or unconsciousness if… read more

2 hours ago

Can Stress Make Your Blood Sugar Go Up?

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Knoxville, TN
A DiabetesTeam Member

Yes, stress can make your blood sugar go up. According to my knowledge base, stress increases cortisol, a hormone that can raise blood sugar levels and lead to insulin resistance. Many people with… read more

2 hours ago

How To Manage Insulin Resistance?

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Silver Spring, MD
A DiabetesTeam Member

Managing insulin resistance involves lifestyle changes and, in some cases, medications. Here are some strategies:

1. Exercise Regularly: Physical activity reduces insulin resistance and helps control… read more

3 hours ago

I Had A Form Of Dermatitis For The Past 3 Months. It Is In Various Areas Of My Body Including My Ankles. The Only Relief Was From Cortisone

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Durban, ZA
A DiabetesTeam Member

It sounds like you may be dealing with a form of dermatitis, which can be common in people with diabetes. Atopic dermatitis, the most common type, can cause itching, rashes, and dry skin. Cortisone… read more

8 hours ago

Is It Better To Drink Soda Water Than Normal Water

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Pretoria, ZA
A DiabetesTeam Member

For people with diabetes, soda water and normal water are both good options, as long as the soda water is unsweetened and free of added sugars. Normal water is the best choice for hydration without… read more

9 hours ago

Is It Sabe To Drink Soda Water Instea Of Mormal Water

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Pretoria, ZA
A DiabetesTeam Member

Drinking soda water (carbonated water) instead of regular water is generally safe for people with diabetes, as it typically doesn't contain sugar or calories. However, always check the label to ensure… read more

9 hours ago

Any Recommendations On A Good, And Less Painfully, Finger Trucker. I'm Using An NHS TrueDraw And It Hurts! I'm Going On Insulin Next Week

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Dundee, UK
A DiabetesTeam Member

The omnipod is supposed to be awesome

3 days ago

Does Anyone Have Any Thoughts On A Men's Over 60 Multi Vitamin?

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Kill Devil Hills, NC
A DiabetesTeam Member

For the most part they can't hurt and do contain a slew of vitamins and minerals

Diabetics in particular can be deficient in B-Vitamins, particularly B-12, and low in iron but may be high in… read more

6 days ago
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