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08/25/09 09:42 AM

"Is it normal for a Type 2 diabetic to lose her appetite?"
Asked By: barbsnyder  
Category: Type 2

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I have been a Type 2 diabetic since 2001. My A1C stays around 5.1. For the past year I have noticed that I do not care to eat red meat anymore nor do I care for any type of potatoes, some vegetables, even sweets of any type. I feel full after only eating around 3 portions of most types of food. If I try to eat more I get a gagging sensation. I have lost a few pounds. I am not overweight. Is this normal in a diabetic? My doctor has done blood work and my total cholesterol was 138, my trigyclerides were 128. He does not seem concerned about my loss of appetite. Should I be concerned?

Expert Answers (1)

08/25/09 06:24 PM

I would advise you to see a gastroenterologist for a work-up to see if your digestve system is working properly. There would generally be a reason for the sudden loss of appetite, perhaps a gallbladder issue as has been suggested. You could also have a bit of gastroparesis, but in any case it needs to be checked out properly.
Answered By: susan sloane
Accreditations: B.S.,Rph.,C.D.E.,Nutritionist
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Community Answers (1)

08/25/09 04:49 PM

Unless you are on some meds that have that affect it isnt a normal affect from the type 2 that I know of. One other thing is if that continues and you lose your appetitite and feel sick have them check out your gallbladder my wife felt that way and that is what it was they had her so messed up by not dx that it wasnt funny.
Answered By: furball64801
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