My doctor has just prescriped byetta for my diabetes...anyone know anything about it?
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New drug called an incretin mimetic. incretin is a hormone that when you eat, stimulates the pancreas to produce insulin. when the food is gone, the incretin is gone, and thus shuts off insulin production, resulting in a very low risk of low blood sugar. (mimetic just means that byetta mimics incretin.) The upside is that, unlike all other diabetes meds, byetta can actually help you lose weight, which will improve your diabetes.
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I am a nurse and I was going to tell you to get check for diabetes. But you already have. so I would also get checked for thyroid disease. they can monitor it with medicine, it is not  big deal. I would differently talk with my doctor and if he can't find what's wrong get another doctor.
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It's a fairly new procedure that shows promise. The body of research is still young and has a small pool of subjects, but looks good. It will only work for type 1 diabetics, but I believe it will improve a lot of these folks lives, if no long term side effects pop up down the road.
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Several possibilities spring to mind.  Please read more here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiopathic_postprandial_syndrome\n\nhttp://patients.uptodate.com/topic.asp?file=diabetes/16859\n\nhttp://medinfo.ufl.edu/~gec/coa1/pt5tk1/slide7.html\n\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/reactive-hypoglycemia/AN00934\n\nYou need to visit your primary care physician, explain what you're experiencing and first line testing would include a fasting glucose tolerance test where you will fast for 10 to 12 hours (overnight) and then go into the lab where they will test your blood sugar, then give you a sugary drink to consume, then test again in 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes and 2 hours after consumption of the drink to see how your body is metabolizing sugars.  At the same time they would be checking your blood pressure at each of these time increments to determine if you're excessively dropping pressure after consuming glucose/carbohydrates.\n\nPlease visit your physician for appropriate testing and possible treatment guidelines.
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no but i have type 1 diabetes... and alot of kids have it. if u go and talk to ur diabetic educator they have support groups for the kids and the parents of diabetics.. just where u learn more and the kids can interact with other kids with diabeties and know that they're not alone. im not sure what they do wehere your from but where im from they go on camps and its just like a little youth group ment to be alot of fun!! worth checking it out. i've never been myself i was 15 when i was diagnosed so i was too old. but i heard its a good thing for both the parents and kids
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I assume she is a type 2 diabetic.\n\nIf she takes it in addition to her normal medication and diet, then there is no problem.\n\nIf she takes it instead of her normal medication and diet, then she is very foolish, and will eventually pay the consequences.
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I am curious as to why you are resistent to seeing a registered dietician? I know that it can be a bit expensive but this IS your health. I have my MSc in Human Health and Nutrition and would very HIGHLY recommend dieticians because they can help you manage your diabetes and have the most reputable cookbooks and resources.\n\nIf that fails, try looking up websites for various diabetes societies and check out their resource pages for cookbook suggestions. Here is a good link to many Diabetes Organizations:\nhttp://www.diabetes.ca/Section_Main/links.asp\n\nOr try Amazon.com for some great cookbooks:\nhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0764552309/102-9168389-2086538?v=glance&n=283155\n\nGood luck and take care!
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=15752236&dopt=Abstract\n\n\n\nhttp://care.diabetesjournals.org/cgi/content/full/27/7/1838
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Try contacting the american diabetes association.  www.diabetes.org
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If you are expecting to hear from a doctor here, dream on. You would do better to avoid any opinions from this forum and learn for yourself from a well informed doctor who has treated hundreds if not thousands of folks with those ailments naturally. And, no... he's not a naturopath, but a real, certified and licensed MD right here in California. I don't have hypertension, but his recommendations have helped my type 2 diabetes tremendously. Visit: http://www.drmcdougall.com\n\nI wish I would have listened to Dr. McDougall 15 years ago. I never would have become diabetic if I had. My true story....\nhttp://www.geocities.com/seabulls69/Type_II_Diabetes.html
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I have been taking beyetta 10mg. for over 6 months.  I have never had any side effects.  I take it before breakfast and dinner.  They say that you need to be sure not to take it after eating.  There is a blog on beyetta.  I looked into it before starting.  There were alot of people having problems with it.  I googled beyetta and found it that way.  Hope things work out for you.  They say it's suppose to control the weight gain from insulin.  It has stopped my weight gain but has not helped me any in reducing.\n\nAgain, I hope it works out ok and don't forget to look for the blog.
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let your endocrinologist know that you are interested in finding out about other people with the condition in your living area. most places have diabetic camp, groups, annual fund raising, annual get together trips etc..... your Dr. should know of all of these activities. my son has been diabetic since he was 16 months old and he is currently 12 years old. if you would like to email me with your experiences i would be glad to accommodate.
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You should be under the care of an endocrinologist who is a specialist \nin diabetes.I am surprised that you are not on a certain amount of grams of carbs per meal and snack.You should try the sugar free pies,cakes and candy if you get a taste for something sweet.They are good.But remember to count them with your carb limit.Stay away from sodas unless sugar free.You can live a long and healthy life.The key is to check your blood sugars frequently and keep your diabetes under control.Don't let it control you
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Hey gal.  You are very thoughtful to care for him.\nType I diabetes is very difficult, I know.  I have Type II, but still have to follow a diet.  \n\nThis is what my doctor told me.\nHypoglycemia is best treated by eating high protein foods, like cheese, meat (any kind).\n\nSo, actually that is also good for a diabetic as well.  One of the things the diabetic has to watch for is too much carbohydrates and sugar content at one meal as you are aware of.  However, the type I can eat high protein foods that are very healthy.  If a type I or type II develops what we call a crash, the best thing is to have on hand peanut butter and cracker package or cheese and cracker packages and orange juice.  You can also buy glucose tablets to help you both.  \n\nA new study has shown that Chili is a great dish for diabetics and I am so glad.  I had noted that when I ate chili the night before, my blood sugar was usually lower and I never knew why.  It is actually the chili powder in the chili (told to me by my R.N. daughter).  \n\nAnyway, just read labels and watch for foods that contain less sugar and lower carbs.  There are good carbs and bad carbs.  Bad carbs are empty carbs (like Coke or Pepsi, etc.)  Good carbs are in fruit and fruit is allowed for diabetic, just not to the extreme.  \n\nI would suggest that you purchase a diabetic cook book to help you.  Believe it or not, your conditions are similar.  You need something sweet to raise you blood sugar and so do diabetics when their blood sugar drops way to low. You get shaking, confusion, sweating, and you should always carry a package of crackers or hard candy.  You could do the same thing.  \n\nHe is right about not worrying about it too much.  He knows what he is supposed to have if he has been educated in that area.  The hardest thing for a diabetic to do is stay away from good tasting candy, cookies, ice cream.  A meal complete in protein, green vegetables, will be suitable for both of you.  You both also need a snack between meals.  Watch the cholesterol as well.  You both need to stay under 200.\n\nIf he takes his regular dose of insulin, and watches his carb and sugar amounts, he will be okay.  You are so, so thoughtful.  I can't believe how some one could be so considerate as you are.  He is lucky to have you.  (keep him away from alcoholic beverages).\n\nPlease check on WebMed for info about hypoglycemic diets and diabetic diets and find a similar pattern to both and that will help you as well as him.\n\nBest of luck and again, how thoughtful.
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I have had this disease for over 30 years... it was a gift from my mom who has had it for 65+ years.  The only complication that i recently have is weight gain.(due to taking insulin which is a protein for so long)  This is not the worse disease to have.  When I was first diagnosed the only sugar free item was TAB soda..... so i did stand out alot being "different"\nPlease go to the doctors with your grand child and learn as much as possible.  If she eats 5 small meals a day... tests her blood 4 or more times, exercises, visits her dr. every 3 months.... she will live a long healthy life.  Make sure she stays away from splenda items... this is a sugar.  Eating right and exercising is not a curse... get the whole family to eat the diabetic diet.....and play together..... let her teach you how to test the blood...have her test your blood.. see who has the best #\nThere are support groups for parents and children..... talk to her dr about where and when..... so she won't feel so "different" \nYou are a great grand parent.  I understand your worry... the main thing is to accept her.... go out for a s/f ice cream one night and talk to her about things... but keep an eye on her blood sugar levels... that is the most important...... You will be fine....
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I'm a RN who has taught Nursing for over 20 years and who has taught Diabetes Management at a large local hospital.  First of all I congratulate you for your willingness to help your stepmom with her hyperglycemia problem.  She has type 2 diabetes or previously known as adult onset diabetes.  Type 2 diabetics have insulin resistance.  Although their pancreas does produce some insulin their body is not able to properly utilize the insulin to allow glucose to get into their cells for fuel and energy.  As a result they become very tired and lethargic,  are thirsty and hungry often, and have to get rid of urine frequently.  Other symptoms may include blurred vision, dizziness, inability to concentrate,  headaches, yeast infections, leg pain, etc. Diabetes Type 2 is treated by diet, exercise, and medication.  Thank you for listing the medications your stepmom is on:  Metformin 500 mg qid and Glipizide 10 mg bid.  Her blood sugars are too high and the medication is no longer working efficiently for her.  As a result she is experiencing hyperglycemia or too high blood sugars.  In my professional opinion she now needs to be seen by a Diabetologist who can evaluate her thoroughly and probably would alter her medication and diet. A Diabetologist is an Endocrinologist who specializes in Diabetes.  You can find one by phoning your local hospital and requesting the names and phone numbers of Diabetologists that they have on their medical staff.  I'm pleased to hear that you have been trying to get her to work out with you.  That is a great start!  I cannot emphasize enough the importance of a Diabetologist treating your stepmom as quickly as possible so that her poor sugar control can be turned around.  The long term effects of uncontrolled Diabetes can result in neuropathy, blindness, foot amputation, severe cardiac disease and kidney disease.  What is done for her now or not done for her could have lasting effects long term.  To look up related sites on the web look up type 2 diabetes management.  I wish your stepmom God's blessings and healing touch.  Good luck to you.
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First, you should change a doctor.  A good doctor should never let his patient confused like this. \n\nDiabetes is defined as fasting blood glucose higher than 126, twice.  So the easiest way to find out is to get a copy of your blood test result, and look at it yourself.  \n\nSince you've stopped HCTZ, make sure you are taking something else for your blood pressure.