onehundred,
My hubby also have 糖尿病 started from Aug this year. He was around 17 before, need to take 1 pills. And, he follow the instructions from the doctor. Control the diet & have exercise twice a week (at least). Now, he gets a very stable degree around 4.0-6.5 everyday & no need to take the pill anymore.
My hubby was 170lbs before & had a big tummy. Now, he is around 130lbs & really fit! His weight also drop down a big degree (around 10lbs) before along with the following symptoms: thirsty, sleepy & skin is very itchy. Then, he got the bodycheck for confirmation. He consult our family doctor only (cos' 政府 need to wait for a long long time) The doctor cofirm he is Type II, no need injection & just pills only. Of course need to control diet & exercise. After one week, the figure of 糖尿 can be controlled.
So, don't worry! Consult the doctor as soon as possible to get more information first. If your hubby is Type II, it can control!