My endocrinologist believes that I had fluctuating blood levels for about five years before diagnosis.
I had no idea!
But I knew something else was happening to me other then the (mis)diagnosis of T2.
I was in a hell of a mess, my head was in constant headache behind the eyes, blurred vision, forgetfulness, memory loss, tired in the brain and body, fatigue through my muscles, often napping or sleeping, aches, pains, hot and sweaty, anger, rage, frustration, itchy, anxiety ruled my every decision and answer.
I wanted to be alone, not even family and friends, I lost my passion for the sport I love and would hate to do anything, doubting myself, always trying not to face my life as it was!
I felt awful and until I met my endocrinologist and had a hypo in front of him, only the GP that referred me, not one of them had a clue what was going on.
I can't remember much of that time, maybe, it is a good thing. But I missed a lot of birthdays, Christmas and other celebrations because of my memory loss.
I would not wish that time on my worst enemy!