Just been diagnosed with t2 melanoma , awaiting next step in next couple of weeks plastics etc ,possibly immune treatment and dye, question is my doc is wanting to put me on type 2 diabetes tabs , make type not yet decided upon , I am concerned if they will clash/ react with each other and what type would be best ? I am borderline type 2
Dear Chef62,
Thank you for getting in touch with us and welcome to our Online Community. I’m Alison, one of the Cancer Information Nurse Specialists who works on the support line here at Macmillan.
I’m sorry to hear of your Melanoma diagnosis and can only imagine what a difficult and worrying time this must be for you. I hope you’ll get a treatment plan and are able to begin treatment as soon as possible.
It’s understandable you’ll be concerned about new medications potentially interacting with your treatment. Immunotherapy can have an effect on blood sugars, and these side effects can be worse if you already have diabetes. However, your medical team and pharmacists will be able to help you manage your blood sugars whilst still being able to have your treatment. Your doctor and pharmacist will be able to ensure that you’re taking the medication that’s best for you.
It might help to talk through your concerns and be able to ask questions, so please don’t hesitate to call our support line to speak with one of our nurses. It can also help to reach out for peer support and we have a skin cancer forum that may be of interest to you.
I hope this is helpful and if you need to ask further questions please don’t hesitate to get back in touch.
Take care,
Alison,
Cancer Information Nurse Specialist
You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or send us an email.
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