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Sir, I am suffering from type 2 diabetes. I have been on metformin since 2015, now my Hb A1C is 8.6. Recently my TSH level shows a value of 5.6, Is it a side effect of metformin? I do smoke. Please suggest me a health management regime.
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Stop smoking, continue the present medication, along with go for regular physical activity including resistant exercise daily. Follow proper Diabetic diet including timing, avoid fatty, fried items and sugary items. Do meditation and yoga daily 30 mts each. Check blood sugar f/pp, on monthly basis and HbA1c on three months basis. Take are. All the best.
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