(This is the big reason I'm not sharing my diagnosis with family members - while not universal, we do have relatives that will be virtually unable to contain their "wisdom."
This is really concerning when that advice goes directly against what the doctor says.
If a person asks about a doctor's advice, I'll happily answer the question and offer possibilities, but will not simple tell anybody "don't take that medication" (without telling doctor.)
HOWEVER - I am equally happy with making the choice to not follow medical advice for myself.
My endocrinologist was very insistent on giving me prescription for statins. (I'll post research later.)
Because of my metabolic issues, I have to work HARD to lose weight, and I have to be CAREFUL in order to keep my blood glucose controlled.
I had been on statins for a week.
I've gained 4 pounds, and my fasting blood glucose went up 25 points (137)
I've not had a great night's sleep since I started taking the drug.
My joints and muscles started aching.
So...I don't have any heart issues, so the drug is given simply because they give people with statins drugs to prevent issues - there is no evidence that they work to prevent heart disease.
Last night I didn't take the pill.
This morning, but FBG is 113.
I lost .4 pounds.
I'll message the doctor tomorrow and tell her I'm throwing the stuff away.
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