I am almost 99.9% sure that i am insulin resistant & have pre-diabetes, however i have hasimoto's & have just fired my 2nd endo who, when i brought this up to her, ignore me even though my fasting glucoses in the morning have been running between 96-120. I am not diabetic. I am also, for now, done with endocrinologists (unless, of course, i DO become a diabetic, then i'm forced to go)

You need to find a new doctor. Metformin is prescription- ie, you can't self treat.

You need to find a new doctor. Metformin is prescription- ie, you can't self treat.
WHY???:wave: :D

WHY???:wave: :D

Because you are not a doctor.

Feel free to apply to medical school and go through at least 7 years of schooling (or 11 if you include college). Then you can self-prescribe any non scheduled medication and nobody will complain.

Are you crazy? Geesh.

First off, you have no clue if you really do have IR or if your glucose level is even high. You have no clue what your A1c is.

Secondly, if you have diabetes, then you need to be followed by a doctor so they can monitor specific doses and monitor for complications.

Thirdly, you have no idea if metformin is even the appropriate medication. You have no idea if it will react with other mediciations or is contraindicated for you. You also need to have your liver function checked to make sure you don't already have liver disease the metformin can make worse.

nymi-

A couple of ideas for you to consider:

1. Purchase a Hemoglobin HbA1c home self test. You can get them at drugstore chains for under 20 dollars. I got mine at a local Walgreen's for 17. That will tell you how good or bad your body's glucose control has been for the previous 3 months.

2. Add cinnamon to your diet. I get a bottle of capsules from GNC that last me 1.5 months for $11.99. There are some studies that show it can help reduce your blood sugar a few points.

The reason you can't self-medicate with Metformin is because it is sold by prescription only. Any good GP should be able to have the A1c test run with general bloodwork, and should put you on oral meds depending on your situation. It's always best to try and treat prediabetes with diet and exercise first, resorting to meds as a last resort.

Good luck.

wb

I just want to make something clear before starting to talk, just so I don't get any replies about how wrong my messurements are. Not used to mg/dl only mmol/L :rolleyes:

It's not even sure that you are pre-diabetic when your BG is 96 - 120 mg/dl (if it's 5.3 - 6.6 mmol/L, not sure though :P), because some people have higher BG than others and they don't have to be diabetic. Your doc needs to do the right tests to be sure and I would suggest exercise and healthy foods, so you don't develop T2 diabetes later in your life (if you don't have it now).

A fasting bg between 100-125 is pre-diabetes, but it needs to be lab drawn, not self testing.

nymi-

A couple of ideas for you to consider:

1. Purchase a Hemoglobin HbA1c home self test. You can get them at drugstore chains for under 20 dollars. I got mine at a local Walgreen's for 17. That will tell you how good or bad your body's glucose control has been for the previous 3 months.

2. Add cinnamon to your diet. I get a bottle of capsules from GNC that last me 1.5 months for $11.99. There are some studies that show it can help reduce your blood sugar a few points.

The reason you can't self-medicate with Metformin is because it is sold by prescription only. Any good GP should be able to have the A1c test run with general bloodwork, and should put you on oral meds depending on your situation. It's always best to try and treat prediabetes with diet and exercise first, resorting to meds as a last resort.

Good luck.

wb
And i sincerely THANK you for not chewing my head off like the previous 3 folks did, my god all i did was ask a simple question. I wholeheartedly appreciate your advice & am considering following it:D

A fasting bg between 100-125 is pre-diabetes, but it needs to be lab drawn, not self testing.
Hats off to another NICE person! And i THANK you too!:wave:

:angel: :D :wave: :jester: I just want to make something clear before starting to talk, just so I don't get any replies about how wrong my messurements are. Not used to mg/dl only mmol/L :rolleyes:

It's not even sure that you are pre-diabetic when your BG is 96 - 120 mg/dl (if it's 5.3 - 6.6 mmol/L, not sure though :P), because some people have higher BG than others and they don't have to be diabetic. Your doc needs to do the right tests to be sure and I would suggest exercise and healthy foods, so you don't develop T2 diabetes later in your life (if you don't have it now).
((((HUGS)))))

Because you are not a doctor.

Feel free to apply to medical school and go through at least 7 years of schooling (or 11 if you include college). Then you can self-prescribe any non scheduled medication and nobody will complain.
Darling you dont have to be rude, i simply asked a question & i was NICE about it. I knew i was going to get negative feedback but i didnt think they would be mean. Would you mind explaining why your answer was so nasty?:confused: :angel: I wouldnt be the same way if it were YOU asking that question, given different circumstances (if you were in my shoes) PLEASE let's be NICE here, no need for arguments:wave: ;) :) Stay well

Are you crazy? Geesh.

First off, you have no clue if you really do have IR or if your glucose level is even high. You have no clue what your A1c is.

Secondly, if you have diabetes, then you need to be followed by a doctor so they can monitor specific doses and monitor for complications.

Thirdly, you have no idea if metformin is even the appropriate medication. You have no idea if it will react with other mediciations or is contraindicated for you. You also need to have your liver function checked to make sure you don't already have liver disease the metformin can make worse.
NO i am NOT crazy thank you very much, you too dont have to be so mean about this issue, i simply asked a question, that is how you get answers is that right? Darling if it was YOU asking this question( and i agree it IS crazy but we already live in a crazy world to begin with,correct?) My heart is with ALL of you on this particular board who have diabetes & i wish you all well, one of my co-workers is diabetic & is going through a very rough time. I'm sorry if i hurt or offended anyone but in all honesty how can that simple little question hurt anyone?:confused: :rolleyes: God bless & keep you well:angel:

NO i am NOT crazy thank you very much, you too dont have to be so mean about this issue, i simply asked a question, that is how you get answers is that right? Darling if it was YOU asking this question( and i agree it IS crazy but we already live in a crazy world to begin with,correct?) My heart is with ALL of you on this particular board who have diabetes & i wish you all well, one of my co-workers is diabetic & is going through a very rough time. I'm sorry if i hurt or offended anyone but in all honesty how can that simple little question hurt anyone?:confused: :rolleyes: God bless & keep you well:angel:
Sorry let me finish, if it were YOU asking the question i wouldnt by any means call you crazy, i sometimes turn the other cheek:D...you get more bees with honey.....

Sorry Nymi. I shouldn't have called you crazy, I simply meant it's a crazy idea. I personally feel all medications, prescription and otherwise, need to be treated with respect. However, prescription medications are often prescription because they require a certain amount of professional monitoring.

Your blood sugars do sound like you may have some insulin resistance. My suggestion to you would be to "shop around" for a doctor you "click" with and express your concerns to him or her. Make it clear you want to be agressive with your treatment.

I wish you the best of luck.

BTW, you called my rude and nice in the same thread ;) I'm generally a nice person, just extremely opinionated.

Sorry Nymi. I shouldn't have called you crazy, I simply meant it's a crazy idea. I personally feel all medications, prescription and otherwise, need to be treated with respect. However, prescription medications are often prescription because they require a certain amount of professional monitoring.

Your blood sugars do sound like you may have some insulin resistance. My suggestion to you would be to "shop around" for a doctor you "click" with and express your concerns to him or her. Make it clear you want to be agressive with your treatment.

I wish you the best of luck.

BTW, you called my rude and nice in the same thread ;) I'm generally a nice person, just extremely opinionated.
Thank you, i feel a lot better:D

Why not enjoy the life so blessed & Why start taking tensions ? First of all, Do know that the Whole World loves you so much that you must not take your health so carelessly.
Please do love your self & do take life for better love & care.
Right away, Know more about you, your state of health & more about your body's need. Try to find out all the possible Knowledge, Real & Imagnary techniques & tricks about diagnosing, Treatment & care & taking more Ideas, Medicines, Supplements, & Medical Advices to care & control the diabetes.
1.Great ! you are only One or last, with Diabetes. Perhaps you are luckier for not having any major sign or symptoms to Worry or suffer so badly.
2. One in every Five living People are suffering from Diabetes, Why should you deteriate your quality of life ? Just spare some Time & invest in your Health.
3.Just, if you can start Drinking More or as much water as you can.
4. Take a little extra care - Avoid Sweets, Alcohol & Tensions.
5. Add food richer in Vitamin C, B6, Magnesium, Chromium & prefer eating a lot of Green Vegetables, Garlic, Onion & Fresh fruits of three different color at a time.
6. A bit Physical Strain or exercise, A more happier friend circle & above all a very Positive, Stess free enjoyable life with the feeling of living every moment.
Please live happily & enjoy to "Takecare"
This is to every one living with fear of Diabetes, with no offence to the Experts & Veterns, & sincere request to "Takecare" with no tensions If You start Loving your self, the Whole World will Love you. So Love Thy self & "TAKECARE"

Where did you hear 1 in 5 living people have diabetes? 1 in 3 people will get diabetes, but that's at sometime in their life, not all right now. Only 7% of people living have diabetes.

Why not enjoy the life so blessed & Why start taking tensions ? First of all, Do know that the Whole World loves you so much that you must not take your health so carelessly.
Please do love your self & do take life for better love & care.
Right away, Know more about you, your state of health & more about your body's need. Try to find out all the possible Knowledge, Real & Imagnary techniques & tricks about diagnosing, Treatment & care & taking more Ideas, Medicines, Supplements, & Medical Advices to care & control the diabetes.
1.Great ! you are only One or last, with Diabetes. Perhaps you are luckier for not having any major sign or symptoms to Worry or suffer so badly.
2. One in every Five living People are suffering from Diabetes, Why should you deteriate your quality of life ? Just spare some Time & invest in your Health.
3.Just, if you can start Drinking More or as much water as you can.
4. Take a little extra care - Avoid Sweets, Alcohol & Tensions.
5. Add food richer in Vitamin C, B6, Magnesium, Chromium & prefer eating a lot of Green Vegetables, Garlic, Onion & Fresh fruits of three different color at a time.
6. A bit Physical Strain or exercise, A more happier friend circle & above all a very Positive, Stess free enjoyable life with the feeling of living every moment.
Please live happily & enjoy to "Takecare"
This is to every one living with fear of Diabetes, with no offence to the Experts & Veterns, & sincere request to "Takecare" with no tensions If You start Loving your self, the Whole World will Love you. So Love Thy self & "TAKECARE"What a beautiful message & thank you:angel: I has not been determined if i actually have diabetes but i fear eventually having it due to hashimoto's disease (hypothyroidism) because from my understanding once you have one disorder of the endocrine system usually another follows. Say a little prayer for me.:wave: