[thare]

Hello all, My name is Tommy, I am 49 yo and live in Decatur, Ga. I run an Ambulance service communications center and have been in the EMS business for 25 yrs.

I was diagnosed with diabetes about 4 weeks ago. It was a surprise as no one in my family has ever had it. I am dealing with it pretty well. I take 10 units of insulin nightly, metformin twice a day and have started watching what I eat. It seems to be working as my glucose levels are steadly declining.

Anyway just wanted to say hey to everyone and look foward to learning more about controlling this monster.

[dano]

Welcome to the Forum Tommy!

Good luck with your control and management!

[danascottlane]

Hello Tommy, I was diagnosed in Jan and was put on Insulin twice a day and also 1000 metformin twice a day. I have an awesome Dr. and Dietician who have encouraged and coached me well. I have religiously watched my diet and have been fortunate enough to get off insulin and cut metformin in half. It looks like I may be off it totally soon. Initially I tested my BS and logged what I ate multiple times a day until I learned what worked for me. Now I test only 2 to 3 times a day and am pretty consistent. Good luck to you

[thare]

Thanks Dana, I've been working really hard at getting this thing under control. Seems to be working pretty well and I hope to be off the insulin in the next few months. I have a great support group and home and work so that makes things a bit easier. Hope all works out well for you.

[peltier416]

Hello Tommy. I was just diagnosed as well, with Type 2 diabetes. I think we will find good support on this forum. I have been going through denial and depression in the past two weeks.

Best of luck, and hope you manage well.