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It is time to renew my Basic Med. In the last 24 months I have been diagnosed with Type-2 Diabetes. I have not flown as PIC since the diagnosis.
We first tried Metformin, but I developed leg cramps the second week and was move to Trulicity, which worked for a little over a year, then my numbers went up. I am now taking insulin (12 units of Lantus at night and 6 units of Aspart with meals). I have been using a CGM since starting the insulin in May of this year (2025). Both my GP an my specialist (Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism) are happy with my status as of 2 days ago.
FYI, I am 67. Ratings are CSEL.
I don't have any other medical issues since my last second class but chose the basic med option at the last re-issuance.
What is my best next step? And, what do I need to take to the exam?
We first tried Metformin, but I developed leg cramps the second week and was move to Trulicity, which worked for a little over a year, then my numbers went up. I am now taking insulin (12 units of Lantus at night and 6 units of Aspart with meals). I have been using a CGM since starting the insulin in May of this year (2025). Both my GP an my specialist (Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism) are happy with my status as of 2 days ago.
FYI, I am 67. Ratings are CSEL.
I don't have any other medical issues since my last second class but chose the basic med option at the last re-issuance.
What is my best next step? And, what do I need to take to the exam?
