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Almost off insulin

hyacinth003 — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 22:55:39 GMT

Saw doctor this week and my A1C is 5.5. My last one was 5.3, but that was with a lot more insulin. I have lowered the Levemir insulin to 15U for at least a month.

He said to go down to 10U with the goal being OFF insulin at my next visit. I do take Metformin ER. I had to pay almost $600 co-pay for the last batch, so it will save me a lot of money - that and the needles. And he informed me it was most likely interfering with weight loss.

I mention this because it really showed me how weight loss affects diabetes. Not really thinking much about stopping Metformin, but really glad to stop the insulin. I still have not gotten on the scale to know how much I have lost, but pretty much. The numbers play with my head too much. I cannot do much better, so the numbers won't help, but could hurt. Hope I can stay the course!

Hyacinth

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Katcat1 — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 23:07:50 GMT

@hyacinth003 Congratulations! That is quite an accomplishment. You lost weight and now are heading for no more insulin. Good for you. Enjoy your day.

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NicksmomESQ — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 23:12:13 GMT

@hyacinth003 Good for you!!💐

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blackhole99 — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 23:40:03 GMT

Congratulations on the weight loss, 600 dollars for one medicine, that's outrageous.

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geezerette — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 23:44:40 GMT

You should be very proud of yourself. I know how hard my husband had to work to keep his diabetes down. Weight management is definitely a key factor. Good for you! 👏👍

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hckynut — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 23:52:51 GMT

@hyacinth003

Always makes me happy to read about something good on this forum, and good for you. Whatever you are doing appears to be what is right for your body, and that is all that counts. I have mentioned here tons of times that being a prisoner to a "weight numbers only" scale, for many is a bad thing. Numbers only mean very little, how one feels about their weight, seems like it would be more preferable to me.

I know very little about diabetes, but I do know that carrying less body fat can lower blood pressure, and is much easier on every weight bearing joint and connecting tissue. I am very happy and excited for you and along with your doctor hope your next visit will allow you to be insulin independent.

hckynut

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hayseed00 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 00:08:16 GMT

@hyacinth003 Good for you on reducing your A1C and weight loss !!!!

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ScenicMaine — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 01:10:43 GMT

@hyacinth003

Congratulations, you are to be commended!

Hope you don't mind if I use you for motivation to do better?

I wish you well & to continue on the path for wellbeing. Good luck,

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mom2four0418 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 01:20:50 GMT

@hyacinth003 wrote:
Saw doctor this week and my A1C is 5.5. My last one was 5.3, but that was with a lot more insulin. I have lowered the Levemir insulin to 15U for at least a month.

He said to go down to 10U with the goal being OFF insulin at my next visit. I do take Metformin ER. I had to pay almost $600 co-pay for the last batch, so it will save me a lot of money - that and the needles. And he informed me it was most likely interfering with weight loss.

I mention this because it really showed me how weight loss affects diabetes. Not really thinking much about stopping Metformin, but really glad to stop the insulin. I still have not gotten on the scale to know how much I have lost, but pretty much. The numbers play with my head too much. I cannot do much better, so the numbers won't help, but could hurt. Hope I can stay the course!

Hyacinth

You don't need a scale to trigger or measure your worth. I wish you continued good health!

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Trinity11 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 01:53:13 GMT

Since insulin is an anabolic hormone it is extremely difficult to lose weight while taking it. I applaud your success and clearly your motivation got you to a point where you can get off insulin.

@hyacinth003...I envy you being able to stop taking insulin. I am Type 1 and it is pure drudgery after nearly 50 years of syringes, needles and testing all day long. I hope there is a cure for diabetes for both Type 1 diabetics and Type 2 in the near future.

Once again Congratulations on the weight loss in addition to such a good A1C!!!

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tansy — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 01:59:25 GMT

I love reading this, @hyacinth003. Congratulations!

I am doing my my best to do the same. It’s slow going. Did you do LCHF, if you don’t mind sharing.

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Trinity11 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 02:48:45 GMT

@tansy wrote:
I love reading this, @hyacinth003. Congratulations!

I am doing my my best to do the same. It’s slow going. Did you do LCHF, if you don’t mind sharing.

@tansy... I am sure you probably know this but have you had a C Peptide test done? It will tell you just how much insulin you actually produce. At a certain number some Type 2 diabetics have no choice but to take insulin no matter what they eat. The longer someone has diabetes the more likely their pancreatic function will decrease. Some Type 2 diabetics will lose most of their beta cells and no diet in the world will re-juvenate them.

edited because moderation removed the offensive post.

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GAQShopr53 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 02:06:04 GMT

That is amazing news @hyacinth003 ...keep up the great work and I hope you can eventually come off all of the meds. I have a really good friend, who like you, made some lifestyle changes and eventually he did not have to take any more meds for his diabetes!

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tansy — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 03:20:23 GMT

I am not sure if I’ve had that test, @Trinity, but I will ask when I’m back home in April. I’m 20 plus years in. ETA: Deleted because the offensive post is gone.

OT I know you can’t help but I am trying to figure out the missing five you mentioned earlier:/

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cherry — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 11:03:05 GMT

I am glad you are still taking metformin. I will stay on my diabetes meds even though my numbers are lower than yours

I have thyroid problems ,and I simply don't make enough hormones, to keep my blood sugar normal

I am old, and I don't expect I will ever be able to go into remission, but ,I am still careful and want to insure I have the best quality of health, and life, I can

Diabetes is sneaky ,and treacherous, keep your guard up ,and keep up the good work

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Trinity11 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:33:25 GMT

@cherry wrote:
I am glad you are still taking metformin. I will stay on my diabetes meds even though my numbers are lower than yours

I have thyroid problems ,and I simply don't make enough hormones, to keep my blood sugar normal

I am old, and I don't expect I will ever be able to go into remission, but ,I am still careful and want to insure I have the best quality of health, and life, I can

Diabetes is sneaky ,and treacherous, keep your guard up ,and keep up the good work

Well said @cherry . O/T...so very happy to see you here.

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qualitygal — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 13:46:52 GMT

Atta girl!!!

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IMW — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 13:49:36 GMT

Terrific, congratulations 🎉.

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BirkiLady — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 15:04:43 GMT

Congratulations, @hyacinth003 on an amazing accomplishment on your weight loss and A1C numbers. Be very diligent with your testing and continue the Metformin for your safety. That's a huge WOW!!

@cherry So happy to see you again! Hope all is well with you and Mr. Cherry.