Re: Diagnosed with Syndrome X today...now what??

Nicky wrote:
Of more personal interest is the statement that normal fbg and abnormal pps is the more common route - so no wonder people go undiagnosed for so long!!

That's the reason I remembered that article. It is one of the best studies showing what a poor screening test the FPG is.

BTW, just today I got a "birthday card" from my health insurer reminding me that everyone over 50 should have a FPG test once every 3 years to make sure they don't have diabetes. <sigh>



--Jenny

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http://www.alt-support-diabetes.org/newlydiagnosed.htm Get Your Blood Sugar Under Control
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