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My medical record indicates that I have diabetes. My A1c was 7.7.?

The test was done one week after my husband of 18 years tragically passed away at work. I am 39 and have had insulin or glucose resistance for about 15 years. I know that stress can elevate all levels that would be tested to make a diagnosis of diabetes. My husband dying was the most traumatic experience of my life. I have only one family member on my side of the family that is alive. (I grew up in a foster home.) In 2004, my OB/GYN prescribed glucophage to help me to ovulate. My A1c was about 5. My blood sugar level was 105. (I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in 1997.) I felt sick taking glucophage. I could not eat M & Ms, or most other candy without getting a sugar high and feeling like I could pass out. It was as if the glucophage made me feel as if I truly was diabetic back in 2004. In addition, I was given the glucola test where one drinks an orange soda kind of drink. Before drinking the glucola, and 2 hours afterwards, blood is drawn to determine the glucose levels, etc. In a period of 1 year, I was tested 3 times. Every time, the tests came back within normal ranges. Now, back to 2009. My family doctor diagnosed me with diabetes never knowing about the OB/GYN tests. My family doctor prescribed Glimepiride. For 7 months, I took half of the lowest dosage in which the pill is made. That was my prescription. I truly do not believe that I am diabetic. But, I need some unbiased help. I have not taken the medication in 2 weeks. The first two days of not taking the medicine, I was a little sick. Then, I have felt great. I have not done anything different. My eating/exercise habits are the same now as they have been for years. My real question is this: Is it possible, that I was misdiagnosed as having diabetes. I need to purchase new health insurance. I am paying $550 a month for COBRA. And COBRA set my health insurance rate like it was with my husband alive. Meaning, the rate is for 2 people. I am a widow without any dependents. I have applied for health insurance three times and have been denied each time. I do not know what to do. I am a graduating Senior at a well known university. I expect to need insurance for about 2 years--just in case I am unable to easily find a job. I can use COBRA for another 28 months. From what I understand, student insurance is for those under 30 years of age. I may add more details later.

Public Comments

1. I'm sorry for your loss. That plus health issues must be very stressful. You MUST see a endocrinologist to straighten this all out. An endocrinologist specializes in endocrine disorders and will be able to see what symptoms are due to PCOS and if you also have diabetes. I believe PCOS can mimic type 2 diabetes. An endocrine doctor has much more training in these issues than a GP and can find the most appropriate medication to get your blood sugar level down to normal. Treatment of PCOS and diabetes has changed radically over the last few years and there are many different drugs and treatments for each. It is imperitive that you ask your GP for a referral to an endocrinologist. Once you get your blood sugar down, you'll start to feel much better physically.
2. Diabetic range is 6.5% and higher. An A1C corresponds to an averge reading of 174 mg/dl (eAG mg/dl). The 104 glucose was five years ago. Way too old and not up to date. There is nothing protective about having PCOS in that it does not prevent diabetes as a matter of fact women with PCOS are at high risk for developing diabetes.
3. I am NOT a physician, nurse or anything else, but I do have diabetes. An glucose level of 105 is perfect. I just went through open heart surgery with levels in the 300 & 400's. When glucose levels get low, like 60's, is when someone should be really conerned. With my insulin, and the help of an endocronologist while I was in the hospital, I am on on track now. If you are that concerned, get a second opinion. A family or a regular doctor can test you. I think the stress has a lot to do with what is going on. Good luck!!!
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