Just had a blood test done...

[AlisonWonderland]

I am a 33 yr old female.... My father has diabetes, my sister has diabetes.  My father's mother had it, too.  So, it is a family thing!  I have lost 22 pounds since November WITHOUT trying at all.  I have some problems in my lags and feet.   My feet have shrunk 1 1/2 shoe sizes even before I lost this weight, and some other stuff.  I always have to go to the bathroom.  I do feel thirty often...... I had this checked when I was 22 and they said I was hypoglycemic..... But just had another test done yesterday and am waiting for the doctor's results...... Anything ring a bell with someone.  

[Super_sally888]

Hi,

given the family history you need to be properly evaluated. You could have diabetes. What test did you have done?

If you do have diabetes, please learn all you can to manage this well.  Ask any questions and we'll do our best to help.

let us know what your test results are.

[WaveRider]

Read your early Apr posts on the Gastro forum. Unexpected/sudden and unplanned weight loss should be a major concern too. Diabetes is one of many causes for this. If "just had another test done yesterday" included testing your glucose levels the results may be off. Internal infections will skewer glucose testing. Since you mentioned being hypoglycemic at age 22 where you classified as type 1 or type 2 diabetic? Have you been on insulin for the past 11 years or ever been? In your case, it would help to know if you have had the following tests:
For type 1 diabetes:
● Pancreas insulin test
● C-peptide [tests cells which produce insulin]
For type 2 diabetes:
● A1c test

Knowing your diabetes test results, your body weight, if you have a nutrition [diet] plan, and whether exercise is part of your daily regimen gives us a broader insight.

Not sure I helped much with your problem, but that’s all I’ve got. Maybe some forum commenter's have other ideas? Good luck

[AlisonWonderland]

My doc just took some blood and said she will call me with the results.  When I had the test 11 years ago, it was a big production.  I had to drink some "syrupy liquid" then a nurse came and drew some blood evry so often over the course of a few hours.  But then the doc said I was hypglycemic and told me about eating six small meals a day and that was pretty much it.  Nothing about Diab. 1 or 2..... I am seeing a rheumatologist for some other problems and she was concerned about my weight loss too.  But my GP is referring me to a gastro doc to see if I have a problem with my stomach and/or digestive tract.  Also, I have to go see my GYN because I haven't had my menstruation in 2 months, which is very unusual for me (AND No, I'm NOT pregnant..... I've been tested three times).... So, I don't know if this is all related or just coincidences.

I currently weigh 161.  I eat pretty well.  No caffeine, no fast food, unless you count pizza.  I eat oatmeal, yougurt bagels for breakfast, usually a light lunch or leftovers from dinner, and a good dinner.  No fried foods, except maybe once a month.  I try not to eat after 8:00, and that's about it.  I don't exercise regularly,  But, I am very active as I have a 4 & 5 yr old and stay at home with them, so we are constantly out and about running errands, playing, etc.  So, that's about it........ So, I guess we shall see hwat it is as time goes by......

[WaveRider]

Your diet plan is close but could use some fine tuning. Try restricting carb intake [yogurt bagels] as carbs raise glucose [blood sugar] levels. On packaged and canned food read all nutrition labels carefully. Watch for hidden sugars. For example, under Carbohydrate sugars are listed in grams. One would think 7 grams isn't much, right? Well, every 7 grams equals one heaping tablespoon of refined sugar.

Also avoid foods made with white flour - breads, pasta, tortillas, etc - potatoes, and white rice as these are quickly digest and turn into sugar. Milk contains an average 8 grams of sugar per glass. Focus instead on eating whole grains, vegies, fish, poultry and lean meats.

Test your blood sugar 2-3 hours after eating [postprandial]. Diabetic target range is <141 mg/dl, optimum <121 mg/dl, perfect is normal levels of 70-99 mg/dl. Postprandial testing provides an insight on how the foods you just ate affect your glucose levels. Avoid those that elevate your levels. Good luck with the Rheumatologist and Gastroenterologist.

[AlisonWonderland]

I appreciate your input, but it's gonna be tough telling me to stay away from bread and potatoes and pasta..... Those are my loves..... I don't drink milk (haven't since I was 8...long story, so that's not an issue)..... I WILL take this quite serious should the doctor tell me I am diabetic.  I know the problems with diabetes and have seen them with my father first hand.  He's not overweight at all, in fact, he could gain some weight, but he has had some issues being hardheaded with dieting in the past, but he is on top of the game, now.  My sister who was recently diagnosed IS NOT eating right and she is overweight, so  I constantly give her the "talk" about "what daddy used to go through", so I will be a good patient IF I have it.  Until then, I'm eating yogurt, because it helps with my stomach problems (Activia).  I'm drinking OJ (though it complicates my stomach problems with  the acid).  I'm eating Italian food, because I am obsessed, and I eat in moderation anyway.  My stomach can barely keep any food in it to begin with, so I don't eat a lot...... But, again, thanks for your helpful words!  

[WaveRider]

You're welcome. Let us know how everything turns out

[AlisonWonderland]

No diabetes!  So, that's great, but now the plot thickens..... We'll get to the bottom of this eventually......

[WaveRider]

That's good news, no diabetes. Hang in there thru all the testing, there is light at the end of the tunnel.