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PasadenaTrudy

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Tue Feb 3, 2015, 02:19 PM Feb 2015

How do you know if you have Type II? [View all]

I'm 51, put on about 40 lbs in the last 4 years. I lost my mom and sister within 2 months in 2010. I became depressed and over ate and drank (who wouldn't). I'm also in menopause, had my last period over a year ago. I take Cymbalta for my depression and fibromyalgia. I've read that this med can cause weight gain too. It just bugs me that doctors, therapists, everyday people wonder if I have diabetes or they worry I will get it just because I've gained weight. Do I have to look like a runway model to be considered healthy? Jesus! My blood work is always ok. Blood sugar is normal. I walk a brisk hour a day easily, not a big eater. I've always been a low energy, sensitive introverted person, but I think the menopause is what's doing it...

I guess I'll know when I get my latest bloodwork back. Had fasting tests done - - blood sugar, thyroid, cholesterol

thanks for reading!

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How do you know if you have Type II? [View all] PasadenaTrudy Feb 2015 OP
if your sugar is normal TexasProgresive Feb 2015 #1
Thanks for replying PasadenaTrudy Feb 2015 #2
I'm glad they did your thyroid, too kdmorris Feb 2015 #3
If you have a fasting blood sugar under 100, you will not be diagnosed with Nay Feb 2015 #4
Wow, thanks for the info! n/t PasadenaTrudy Feb 2015 #5
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