Your doctor may be concerned about the long term side effects of using insulin to cover eating carbohydrates. Like you, I would be very alarmed at the high BG readings you have reported. You might try lowering your carbohydrate intake until you reach a normal level. Here is an article about insulin treatment for type 2.

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/278956

Insulin therapy for type 2 diabetes 'may do more harm than good'

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/278956

@A DiabetesTeam Member Lloyd, earlier in my diagnosis my A1C was consistently over 7 and went as high as 7.6 but my doctor never considered Insulin. He added Jardiance and Januvia to Metformin and my last A1C was 6.8. My job has been to watch my diet and to exercise. It sounds like your doctor doesn't want to do anything drastic just yet. I would have a dialogue with him and ask him why. Be curious. Don't be afraid to ask questions.😊

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Yes. Diabetes Team answer was spot on. If you aren't seeing an Endocrinologist request a referral. My A1C was 7.8 before starting Trulicity. It is currently 5.5. You may a different treatment plan. An Endocrinologist specializes in metabolic disorders. I was diagnosed in 2012. Those high numbers will cause chronic fatigue. A diabetic should be active as much as possible. Please keep us updated on your progress. Thank you.
Note: When I was first diagnosed my A1C was 14. Prescribed Metformin 2xs daily. I have never been on insulin, Only Metformin, Jardiance, Farxiga, and Trulicity.

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@A DiabetesTeam Member Actually, 7.6 A1C is not that bad but if you are unhappy then you should let your doctor know. Maybe, he really is listening to you but knows the pitfalls of starting you on insulin too soon.

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