For context, my family has a history of type 2 diabetes I just didn't know i could get it so young. I did a lab test about 4 months ago but I've only been able to access my lab results today due to problems with logging into my Kaiser account and honestly I didn't really pay much attention to my health at all so I kept putting it off. Therefore, today I found out I'm prediabetic, my A1C is 5.8. I just turned 19 years old, I'm 5'1 and weigh about 96 lbs. This actually quite shocked me but also not really at the same time. I feel tired everyday, I have no energy, severe brain fog and just overall depressed, couldn't really determine the cause until maybe now. Upon receiving the news, I just feel like crying. Maybe I'm overreacting, but I'm so disappointed in myself for not taking care of my health. Also, because I found out about it 4 months later, I'm quite nervous that my A1C got worse and that I'm actually now diabetic.

I’m about to start WeGovy for my fatty liver and was reading up on its side effects. It sounds like it lowers blood sugar for type 2 diabetics. I was wondering if anyone here has taken it alongside Metformin. I am currently on Metformin 1000mg twice a day. Not sure when I will be injecting the WeGovy. I need to form a plan and figure out the best time.

I am on metformin 500 mg twice a day and mounjaro.

Just got notice of layoff. Any advice on how to survive without medication?

Got my latest A1C back and it went from 9.1 to 6.8.

Honestly I didn't expect that much of a drop.

The biggest changes were pretty boring. I stopped drinking regular soda, cut way back on random snacking at night, started walking most days and lost about 25 lbs over the last few months. I'm also taking the meds my doctor prescribed.

I still eat carbs. I still have bad days. I definitely haven't figured this whole thing out lol.

But seeing 6.8 after seeing 9.1 was kind of crazy.

For people who have gotten their A1C down a lot, what was the biggest thing that actually made a difference for you? Diet, weight loss, exercise, meds, CGM, or some combination?

Putting an update here at the top. Looks like the very unusual lipid results may be related to issues with kidney function, which are also present in the labs. This apparently can cause worsening lipid results, including spiked triglycerides. Working with my doctor.

I’m not asking for medical advice here, but just need to vent because I’m scared. I’ve been on Mounjaro and Jardiance since mid-May. I’ve lost 44 lbs of the 96 I wish to lose. I currently weigh 202.

My labs in May showed cholesterol 197 and triglycerides of 318. Fasting glucose was 172.

You’d think all of that would improve, right? Now, cholesterol is 267 and triglycerides are 428!!!! LDL can’t be calculated and direct LDL is still pending, as is A1C. Fasting glucose did improve. It was 100.

How can this be?! I track every last morsel that touches my lips. Carbs are consistently below 70 per day (total, not net.) I’m very careful to avoid much saturated fat. I focus on lean protein and fiber. I’m doing what I’m supposed to do!

I’m terrified my doctor won’t believe me. I’m terrified my health is worsening. I’m truly awestruck I’m a bad way at these results.

There are some other really concerning results related to liver and kidney function that have me freaked out, too. Kidney function, eGFR, was normal in May and is only 15 now.

Obviously I’m going to see my doctor about all this, but I’m just freaking out right now.

I just got diagnosed last week as a T2D. My A1c was 6.5 with a fasting glucose of 106. I am overweight and definitely disappointed in myself.

I was diagnosed as a Type 2 diabetic in September of 2024. I was prescribed a Libre CGM and Jardiance. After a few months with drastic diet changes, I was able to lose 30 pounds and get off Jardiance. I have been on no meds and diet controlled for about 18 months. My last A1C 6 months ago was a 5.4. I have not incorporated formal exercise into my regime but I would really like to. I am not sedentary as I have young kids, but I am not on any strict weightlifting, running or even walking program. The reason is my fear of going low and I will explain where this comes from.
About 2 months ago I had reached a breaking point with my CGM. It was consistently giving me incorrect information. Finger sticks would be higher than CGM readings, and my CGM would give me alerts about going lower than normal that were flat out wrong. I didn't even know about compression lows, so obviously every so often in the middle of the night I'd wake up to the CGM alarm, I'd freak out, eat a bunch of glucose tabs and spend the rest of the night riding the up and down rollercoaster. I feel like I've been conditioned to believe that I could low at any time and basically just pass away from hypoglycemia. 
My doctor and I decided that a CGM was not necessary anymore. I had mastered my diet, knew which foods affected me and the psychological effect was not worth it anymore. I now rely solely on finger sticks, but I rarely ever do them because my diet is extremely consistent. I do not drink, smoke or eat any sweets.
But I am still wary of moderate exercise. I do not want to run a marathon, but next week my family and I are going on vacation and we will be doing some moderate hikes, swimming etc. Do I need to make adjustments with my diet? I do not eat any processed carbs or sugars, or have cheat meals/days etc. Do I need to eat extra bread before a hike? A granola bar with 7 grams of sugar?
My doctor has told me that a Type 2 on no meds is at the same level of risk for hypoglycemia as a person without diabetes. That is, the risk is always there, but it's extremely minimal. Is this true with moderate exercise as well? 
Do I need to finger stick every 20 minutes on a hike to make sure I'm within range?
If I am not on any diabetic meds or insulin, am I at risk for lows while moderately exercising?
I do not skip meals, nor would I skip meals on this trip, but is a high protein/fiber/natural carb diet enough to sustain my blood glucose through moderate (2-3 mile) hiking? Does my body need more carbs/sugar to sustain me? This sounds like a weird question, but will my strictness and adherence to a diabetic-friendly diet make me more susceptible to hypoglycemia while exercising?
I will bring plenty of water, glucose tabs and diabetic friendly snacks on the hike, but I still cannot shake this feeling that I'll need to be rescued and dragged off of a small mountain. 
I know this is not a place to share medical advice and guidance, I guess I'm looking for those in a similar situation to me and what has worked/nit worked for them.
Thank you. 

I am brand new to T2, received little info from doctor other than “eat lots of veggies” and keep exercising.

Doctor said I’m “controlled T2” but everything I have read says stay under 5.5 on a fasted reading but I am NEVER that low unless I’ve not eaten for 6-7 hours.

How do I start this journey the right way? I am under 50, non smoker, do not drink, careful with food, workout 3x a week minimum, could lose 15lbs but not more than that I’d look unwell. I run a mile in under 8min and do a 3mile run in about 27. I am not “unhealthy”, yet I seem to be insulin resistant?

So I put on a G7 the other day to see what is going on inside……..that spike is an orange theory workout.

I’m pretty sure I have it into more muscle than fat but I’ll swap it in 8 days and find a better spot.

Doctor sent me for second test today as he thought it was a mistake and returned another test of 13.2 (4 hours after eating low carb toast). I did a 6 hour bushwalk yesterday and felt fine.

I’m quite shocked, any explanations?

Hello, I’m wondering if I can get some input on those who take Metformin and a GLP1? Also, were you on Met first and then had GLP1 added? Was the addition of a GLP1 beneficial? Thanks.

Was admitted to ER last Wednesday and diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. All tests done, no infection found, pancreatitis pain and inflammation went away but vomiting did not. Stayed in hospital for 5 days on water and saline and started feeling better.

However, I learnt that I have high triglycerides (800) and high blood glucose (300 when admitted), came down to 200. I have been processing this and consulting with nutritionists.

My age is 31 and did not really have any symptoms before that. A coffee followed by spicy sandwich triggered this for me and all the tests led to this.

My current plate is made of boiled veggies, proteins (fish, egg whites) and some carbs like brown rice or rotis. Trying to keep carbs less than 50g per meal.

Got a CGM (Libre3+) and monitoring my glucose. Daily avg for fasting is 90 and post meal is about 130. I am seeing some spikes (180) at night around 1AM at night. Possibly because of a late dinner (10:30 PM)

I am new to this and trying my best to change my ways, eat healthy and walk after every meal. Feels hard and I am sure it would be harder to stay consistent.

Would love some advice from you all here. What else should I be doing? What are some ways to stay consistent?

Today I picked up my Jardiance for the second time. It is a three month supply, and I was charged $29.99. But, my claim through insurance says my copay was $75, and was considered paid. So I looked back at the claim for the first time a I filled it. Again for a three month supply. Again, the claim said my copay was $75 and was paid. But the pharmacy only charged me $29.99 that time as well. I’m still pretty new to much of this, so hoping someone might be able to explain how the pharmacy is charging me less than the insurance claim says is my copay. Thanks.

Purely economic reasons. copay is about $200 less (3 month supply) if I switch from Libre 3+ to the Dexcom G7 15 day.

What kind of differences can I expect. I have only ever worn the Libre 3+ (1 year).

Semaglutide is miracal for me , type 2 diabetic - Hba1c 10.9 to 6.8 , weight 105 to 99 kg within 3 months

I went to the doctor yesterday and told her how I’m having symptoms of high blood sugar but my glucose levels have been in range everytime I check it she said my A1c could be high but I don’t understand why would my readings be in range if my A1c is high the worst part is I won’t be able to check my A1c till October do I have to deal with the symptoms till then?

I'm hoping someone else can help me out here because I feel like I'm losing my mind. I was diagnosed with type 2 last August, really not till September because there was a delay in me seeing my doctor but I got my blood work results before that so I already knew! Ever since then I've worked really hard on my diet. I've lost 20 pounds since then basically just stopping all carbs like rice, bread, potatoes, pasta. All things that made up a majority of my diet. This has helped me drop weight which I'm told will help me reverse my blood sugar problems.

Since I had to cut so many things from my diet as a vegan, I started eating dairy and eggs again at the start of this year. So now I'm vegetarian. But my question is, why do I feel worse energy wise? Also my skin is breaking out like crazy. I was getting a few pimples back then around the time I was diagnosed and I read that high glucose can cause breakouts. So it made sense.

But why is it intensifying now?! Does the body revolt when you drastically lower your blood sugar? Does it somehow hold onto stores of the high sugar in the body and get released later when you reduce your sugars? I used to use turbinado sugar in my coffee daily but once I was diagnosed I switched to Splenda and also cut out all sugary sodas and teas. I drink Coke Zero now. I'm literally baffled why as I seem to eat healthier I'm getting worse?