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A doctor speaks – an introduction to diabetes type 2
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Aged 56 - 65
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Helen - Interview 09
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Helen recalled how diabetes took over her life until she found a routine that suited her.
Helen was diagnosed three years ago. She is currently controlling her diabetes with a low dosage of gliclazide + diet and exercise regime.
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Aged 36 - 45
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Tina - Interview 17
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Tina has regular contact with her diabetic nurse at the GP surgery and goes to the diabetic centre at her hospital every six months.
Tina was diagnosed 12 years ago. Initially she tried to control diabetes with diet alone, then transferred to metformin. In 2004 she changed to insulin and now takes Levimir at night.
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Aged 46 - 55
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Pamela - Interview 08
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Pamela found using a blood glucose monitor was simple to learn and testing was generally quick and easy.
Pamela was diagnosed with diabetes four years ago. She takes metformin and rosiglitazone.
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