I just had my appointment with the diabetic nurse, after getting the pre diabetic Hba1c blood test result. I told her about having lost 30lbs since heart attack, about my low blood pressure, my cardio protective diet, and my 45minutes of exercise each day. And showed her the Atorvastatin leaflet stating “Common side effect…increases in blood sugar levels”.
She agreed that I have no reason for elevated blood sugar and it is probably caused by the statin. She confirmed that I don’t need to change my diet or increase my exercise level. And she made me an appointment with the GP, to request reducing the statin dose, so saving me the extra stress of trying to make an appointment through the Reception gate-keepers.
I might just treat myself to a small homemade hot cross bun with no butter to celebrate the good news!