diabetes, type 2
"I was on Byetta for 5 years and switched to Bydureon. Been on Bydureon for almost 1 1/2 years. I usually have some difficulty eating the first day of my shot. I get a funny taste in my mouth and no appetite. I eat so my sugar does not drop too much. I have maintained my weight to about 125 and feel great. Most people don't think I'm diabetic. Walking everyday helps so much. And yes, I do get a lump from the injection. Just make sure you are not injecting into the same area. I alternate each side of my stomach. My Endocrinologist had me put my hand over my belly button and he said I should be injecting on either side. It helped give me a reference since I was doing it too close to the belly button. Also I shake the medicine for about 4 minutes."