Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 In a message dated 1/20/2006 4:01:47 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Machyelle@... writes: I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Hi , Did you discuss these symptoms with your doctor yesterday. Your doctor is the only one that can make a diagnoses. These could be caused by bg's (blood glucose), they could also be caused by the thyroid problem. There are books you can purchase, but my favorite website is the Joslin Diabetes Center. They offer online classes in diabetes (no charge). WebMD is another site that has good information on both diabetes and hypothyrodism. I'm sure you will feel better once you get your bg's back to normal. What meds are you on for hypothyroidism? Did your doctor put you on meds for diabetes? Are you scheduled to go back to him/her? hugs Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 In a message dated 1/20/2006 4:01:47 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Machyelle@... writes: I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Hi , Did you discuss these symptoms with your doctor yesterday. Your doctor is the only one that can make a diagnoses. These could be caused by bg's (blood glucose), they could also be caused by the thyroid problem. There are books you can purchase, but my favorite website is the Joslin Diabetes Center. They offer online classes in diabetes (no charge). WebMD is another site that has good information on both diabetes and hypothyrodism. I'm sure you will feel better once you get your bg's back to normal. What meds are you on for hypothyroidism? Did your doctor put you on meds for diabetes? Are you scheduled to go back to him/her? hugs Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 In a message dated 1/20/2006 4:01:47 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Machyelle@... writes: I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Hi , Did you discuss these symptoms with your doctor yesterday. Your doctor is the only one that can make a diagnoses. These could be caused by bg's (blood glucose), they could also be caused by the thyroid problem. There are books you can purchase, but my favorite website is the Joslin Diabetes Center. They offer online classes in diabetes (no charge). WebMD is another site that has good information on both diabetes and hypothyrodism. I'm sure you will feel better once you get your bg's back to normal. What meds are you on for hypothyroidism? Did your doctor put you on meds for diabetes? Are you scheduled to go back to him/her? hugs Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Could someone please educate me, I am new to all this. Maxey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 I don't know about the hair falling out and rash, but as for the rest it could possibly be from your BG being so high. Once you get your BG down, those ought to disipate. As I said, since I'm not a doctor, those could possibly be from the BG so make sure to let your physician know what is going on. Willow I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 I don't know about the hair falling out and rash, but as for the rest it could possibly be from your BG being so high. Once you get your BG down, those ought to disipate. As I said, since I'm not a doctor, those could possibly be from the BG so make sure to let your physician know what is going on. Willow I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Hi , Well, you are feeling overwhelmed and upset right now most likely - we've all been there. It gets better. I'll answer a few questions for you as I'm sure others will too. There is much to learn so take it one day at a time. The basics now in my thoughts are: I am assuming your doc put you on medication? If not, you should probably get medication for starters - you can always try going off medication once your BS is normalized. Your symptoms should go away once you get your sugars down to normal levels. The permanent problems with diabetes come with uncontrolled blood sugars for long periods of time so the best thing you can do now is to do your best to get your sugars within normal range. Do you have a meter yet? If not, get one ASAP. Your doc can write a prescription and insurance usually covers it. You need a meter, lancet (that usually comes with the meter) and test strips. Have your doc write you a script for as many strips as you can (I get 200 a month) if your insurance will cover it. In the beginning, you'll want to test a lot so you can figure out what you can eat and what you can't. Right now, concentrate on eating low carb - no white bread, no rice, no potatoes, no cereal, no oatmeal, no pasta. Think very low carb and small portions. Later, when your blood sugars are normalized, you can try to add certain foods in and test to see how much they raise your BS. These are the high glycemic foods (meaning the foods that will really raise your blood sugar) and *most* diabetics can't eat them - or at least they have to eat small portions. One thing about diabetes is some of us can eat certain foods that others cannot. For now, drink lots and lots of water. Eat vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, kale, green beans. Peas, corn and carrots should be very limited for now (though many can eat raw carrots without a problem). Raw vegees are better than cooked as cooking them makes them higher in carbs (but these are good carbs for you) Fruits are high in sugar and you should eat them very sparingly now. Eat meat, cheese, eggs, yogurt (go for the low fat/low or no sugar brands), nuts/seeds, vegees, salads, low carb crackers and organic natural peanut butter are good snacks. There are great sites for ordering specialty low carb foods you can't find at the grocery we can give you when you need them. It is very overwhelming when you are first diagnosed so take one day at a time. Two great books are Gretchen Becker's " The First Year Type 2 Diabetes " and Dr. Bernstein's " Diabetes Solution " . So - 3 things to concentrate on after you get medication and your meter are drinking lots of water, eating the good carbs mentioned above in small portions, and exercise. Exercise is so important - it really helps lower your BS. If you are not used to exercise, take it slow - easy walking daily. This group will help you with all your questions. I was just diagnosed myself a few months ago with a FBS of 280. They are within normal range after getting informed and taking the bull by the horns. You have done the right thing coming here. Sandy in PA Fasting blood sugar 300 I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Could someone please educate me, I am new to all this. Maxey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Hi , Well, you are feeling overwhelmed and upset right now most likely - we've all been there. It gets better. I'll answer a few questions for you as I'm sure others will too. There is much to learn so take it one day at a time. The basics now in my thoughts are: I am assuming your doc put you on medication? If not, you should probably get medication for starters - you can always try going off medication once your BS is normalized. Your symptoms should go away once you get your sugars down to normal levels. The permanent problems with diabetes come with uncontrolled blood sugars for long periods of time so the best thing you can do now is to do your best to get your sugars within normal range. Do you have a meter yet? If not, get one ASAP. Your doc can write a prescription and insurance usually covers it. You need a meter, lancet (that usually comes with the meter) and test strips. Have your doc write you a script for as many strips as you can (I get 200 a month) if your insurance will cover it. In the beginning, you'll want to test a lot so you can figure out what you can eat and what you can't. Right now, concentrate on eating low carb - no white bread, no rice, no potatoes, no cereal, no oatmeal, no pasta. Think very low carb and small portions. Later, when your blood sugars are normalized, you can try to add certain foods in and test to see how much they raise your BS. These are the high glycemic foods (meaning the foods that will really raise your blood sugar) and *most* diabetics can't eat them - or at least they have to eat small portions. One thing about diabetes is some of us can eat certain foods that others cannot. For now, drink lots and lots of water. Eat vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, kale, green beans. Peas, corn and carrots should be very limited for now (though many can eat raw carrots without a problem). Raw vegees are better than cooked as cooking them makes them higher in carbs (but these are good carbs for you) Fruits are high in sugar and you should eat them very sparingly now. Eat meat, cheese, eggs, yogurt (go for the low fat/low or no sugar brands), nuts/seeds, vegees, salads, low carb crackers and organic natural peanut butter are good snacks. There are great sites for ordering specialty low carb foods you can't find at the grocery we can give you when you need them. It is very overwhelming when you are first diagnosed so take one day at a time. Two great books are Gretchen Becker's " The First Year Type 2 Diabetes " and Dr. Bernstein's " Diabetes Solution " . So - 3 things to concentrate on after you get medication and your meter are drinking lots of water, eating the good carbs mentioned above in small portions, and exercise. Exercise is so important - it really helps lower your BS. If you are not used to exercise, take it slow - easy walking daily. This group will help you with all your questions. I was just diagnosed myself a few months ago with a FBS of 280. They are within normal range after getting informed and taking the bull by the horns. You have done the right thing coming here. Sandy in PA Fasting blood sugar 300 I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Could someone please educate me, I am new to all this. Maxey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2006 Report Share Posted January 20, 2006 Hi , Well, you are feeling overwhelmed and upset right now most likely - we've all been there. It gets better. I'll answer a few questions for you as I'm sure others will too. There is much to learn so take it one day at a time. The basics now in my thoughts are: I am assuming your doc put you on medication? If not, you should probably get medication for starters - you can always try going off medication once your BS is normalized. Your symptoms should go away once you get your sugars down to normal levels. The permanent problems with diabetes come with uncontrolled blood sugars for long periods of time so the best thing you can do now is to do your best to get your sugars within normal range. Do you have a meter yet? If not, get one ASAP. Your doc can write a prescription and insurance usually covers it. You need a meter, lancet (that usually comes with the meter) and test strips. Have your doc write you a script for as many strips as you can (I get 200 a month) if your insurance will cover it. In the beginning, you'll want to test a lot so you can figure out what you can eat and what you can't. Right now, concentrate on eating low carb - no white bread, no rice, no potatoes, no cereal, no oatmeal, no pasta. Think very low carb and small portions. Later, when your blood sugars are normalized, you can try to add certain foods in and test to see how much they raise your BS. These are the high glycemic foods (meaning the foods that will really raise your blood sugar) and *most* diabetics can't eat them - or at least they have to eat small portions. One thing about diabetes is some of us can eat certain foods that others cannot. For now, drink lots and lots of water. Eat vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, kale, green beans. Peas, corn and carrots should be very limited for now (though many can eat raw carrots without a problem). Raw vegees are better than cooked as cooking them makes them higher in carbs (but these are good carbs for you) Fruits are high in sugar and you should eat them very sparingly now. Eat meat, cheese, eggs, yogurt (go for the low fat/low or no sugar brands), nuts/seeds, vegees, salads, low carb crackers and organic natural peanut butter are good snacks. There are great sites for ordering specialty low carb foods you can't find at the grocery we can give you when you need them. It is very overwhelming when you are first diagnosed so take one day at a time. Two great books are Gretchen Becker's " The First Year Type 2 Diabetes " and Dr. Bernstein's " Diabetes Solution " . So - 3 things to concentrate on after you get medication and your meter are drinking lots of water, eating the good carbs mentioned above in small portions, and exercise. Exercise is so important - it really helps lower your BS. If you are not used to exercise, take it slow - easy walking daily. This group will help you with all your questions. I was just diagnosed myself a few months ago with a FBS of 280. They are within normal range after getting informed and taking the bull by the horns. You have done the right thing coming here. Sandy in PA Fasting blood sugar 300 I went to the doc yesterday and my FBS was 300. I know it is bad but how bad for the body is it? I am not feeling well, also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: hair falling out rash on body extreme fatigue muscle and joint problems headaches blurry vision Could someone please educate me, I am new to all this. Maxey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2006 Report Share Posted January 21, 2006 hypothyroid causes hair falling out. on the rash ask your dr as it could be meds you are on. >also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: > hair falling out > rash on body > extreme fatigue > muscle and joint problems > headaches > blurry vision > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2006 Report Share Posted January 21, 2006 hypothyroid causes hair falling out. on the rash ask your dr as it could be meds you are on. >also have hypothyroid, and wondering about what could be causing my symptoms: > hair falling out > rash on body > extreme fatigue > muscle and joint problems > headaches > blurry vision > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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