MY DR. ADVISED ME AGAINST BYETTA
I have been one of the lucky ones. I have had no bad side effects
from using byetta(knock wood). I did experience a cool phase. I had
been taking byetta for about 2 months. I noticed that I was feeling
cooler. I asked my Dr. about this and he said it might be due to a
redistribution of weight. I have only lost 15 pounds but I am down
almost 2 sizes.
My normal body temp is 97 also. I have always been the one to turn
on the air first. My hubby was always freezing. This year he wanted
to turn the air on first.
When I started on byetta I weighed 305. I am down to between 288 and
290. I am able to walk five blocks to get my morning paper and walk
back without being totally wiped out. I am able to do more around
the house and play outside with my dogs.
I also have fair skin and low tolerance for the heat. It has been
such a blessing to me to be able to spend more time outside and
enjoy my backyard. I have tended my roses and planted some flowers.
I am hoping this weekend to plant a few veggies.
I am a little concerned about your Dr. thinking it is ok for you to
get comfort from food. I know we all do it from time to time. I
finally came to the realization this year that I am fed up with not
being as healthy as I could be. I finally went on insulin this year.
I have fought it for 7 years. I am so glad I am doing all I can to
get healthy. I love being able to do more things with my hubby.
Don’t sell yourself short. Do all you can so you can get the most
out of life. Susan