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  1. JessicaAnnr92

    Freshly diabetic

    I've struggled with prediabetes for almost 12 years, after the birth of my almost 12yo. I had gestational diabetes with my 17mo and hated it so bad, I couldn't bring myself to do the insulin pen because I could see the needle(I'm so scared of visible needles, I cried for 2hrs until I vomited)...
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    Ashamed.

    I have an appointment today with my DSN and really need to be honest and frank with her. Things are not going well but I know from past experiences I need to open up and admit that things aren't good to get the help I need. BUT I'm so ashamed of myself for letting things slide again. I can't...
  3. F

    Hypo symptoms changing

    Do the symptoms of a hypo for anyone change over time? I’m used to having the same set but every once in a while they change. I recently started getting blurred vision - something I’ve never had before. I sometimes even get a flashing light in one eye that stays for the hypo duration then...
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    Lonely.

    Anybody else feeling really lonely? It's something I struggle with alot and even moreso given the current situation. Had a bit of a disagreement with a friend today too which has added fuel to the fire. What's everyone doing to keep themselves occupied?
  5. ElizaChota

    Insulin Change

    Had to change my insulin doses for the seventh time this month. Still pretty high blood sugars. I said to my diabetes specialist, "I'm losing hope." I saw my nurse practitioner too today. Apparently he does not want to test me for type 1.5 diabetes cause it might cost money to send it away...
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    Depressed after Diagnosis.. not about Diabetes though.

    Hi All I am a 20yo male who was recently diagnosed with Type 1. I have always been a happy, positive and easy going person. Probably the perfect person to get T1DM, because I can handle it emotionally. I was initially upset when I found out, but after an hour the tears stopped and I was on my...