I was diagnosed as Type II about 5-1/2 years ago much to my surprise.
I was always healthy and had just lost about 15 pounds over a period of
about 10 months so I thought I was on the right track.
I am absolutely needle-phobic.
At first my doctor put me on Avandia and Glucophage but did not have me test
on a regular basis.
My original "diagnosis" came from a blood glucose reading of 263.
After about a year I was constantly getting monthly tests in the 110-130
range.
Last July my doctor gave me a blood glucose meter and told me to test three
days a week twice a day.
My readings are everywhere from 114 to 223 depending on food intake,
(unfortunately, I LOVE potatoes) and other factors.

I am a newbie to this newsgroup and have learned a great deal since I have
joined about 10 days ago.

I just wanted to thank all of the posters who have taken my questions
seriously and given me the answers I needed for better health.

I have decided to get more serious about controlling my Type II diabetes and
will be going to a nutrition seminar that is given at the VA clinic here by
a specialist in diabetes.

I noticed that when my wife and I went on a 10-day cruise in November I lost
three pounds due to the exercise and the lack of potatoes in my diet.

Thanks again for your help.
I will continue to watch and post where I can.