Time Passing By and Fear of Failure *Triggers*

[selena]

Thank you for suggestion.

Stella180, have you taken Metformin too?

[Jaquaia]

What side effects are you having? I had a few intestinal problems with metformin but swapped to the extended release version and found it much easier to manage

[selena]

No side effects, just some vertigo. But I noticed heavy sensations in liver/gallbladder area.

Jaquaia, what dosage have you been taking?

[Jaquaia]

I'm on 750mg twice a day. If you're concerned about any side effects then speak to your doctor. DON'T google them as it will just make you more anxious and fearing the worst.

[S deleted]

Thank you for suggestion.

Stella180, have you taken Metformin too?

Yeah I’ve been taking it for about 2 yrs now.

[selena]

Of course, I will pass ultra sound exam again. But the presence of this gallstone worries me, I mean especially some effects while taking metformin.

[Jaquaia]

You need to stop looking for issues. If we all were to pay attention to the side effects list then so many of us would never be treated. Side effects generally disappear after the first few weeks, if you're still worried then go and see your doctor for some reassurance. If the gallstone was an issue the doctors would be looking to treat it.

[selena]

Maybe you're right and it's due to my inner fears.

[Paula]

Of course, I will pass ultra sound exam again. But the presence of this gallstone worries me, I mean especially some effects while taking metformin.

Sweetheart, I know it’s understandable that you’ve got concerns about this but I promise you, you’re far more likely to become ill if you DONT take the medication than if you do. Your doctor’s know you, they know your history and wouldn’t give you the drug if they thought it would do you harm. Diabetes is your risk factor and treating that is what your focus should be on

[Suzi]

I take it too.
I actually don't read the patient information leaflets as tbh they all pretty much say the same can cause constipation but the next point can cause diarrhea They just have to list everything that might happen just in case.... I take around 30 tablets each day, every day....