A New and somewhat scared member
 

Hi all. Figured I would say say and become active here. Just had a full set of tests done. Been having liver problems (fatty liver) and just got my 12 fast results of 19.6mmol/l. Haven't got the official read from GP but I am betting on Prediabetes or Type 2.

Any advice would be great.

Welcome to the Forum! :)

Read through the first three threads in the Type 2 Section, when you get a chance, if you have not already done so. These threads will most-likely help you a lot. Self education is one of the keys to successful management of your diabetes, along with a healthy / sensible diet and exercise. Basically, diabetes requires a life-style change for the better. Good luck with your control and management.

Exercise 20 min every other day for two weeks. Then gradually increase to 20-30 min every day. Blood sugar will drop as you loose weight. Good luck and live longer. Light to moderate exercise is ok

Update: got the official word today. Type 2. Managed to drop my morning reading in five days by 6 points. ( was 19.6(mmol/l Thursday to 13.2 this morning). Will be starting 250mg of Metformin 3 times a day tomorrow. Also have been doing the 20 mins twice a day. I know it's a long road ahead but it's a good start I think. Thank you for the advice. It's been very helpful and I am truly grateful for it.

Update Sept 27/13
 

Ok, so here's the latest.

Aug 12/13 I had a lab BSF of 16.5 and A1c of 11.3.
Sept 27/13 it dropped to a lab BSF of 9.5 and A1c of 8.2.

Well on my way, but I needed to say thank you to those in the forums. Your contributions have played factors in this success.

Congratulations on your accomplishment! You are well on your way to controlling your diabetes. :)