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<blockquote data-quote="Torrianna" data-source="post: 2275879" data-attributes="member: 526151"><p>Hi,</p><p>Firstly, I am so pleased that this support forum exists. I immediately feel less isolated and alone!</p><p>I too am newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and I am terrified. I have suffered from anorexia and bulimia for over 40 years. Somehow, I have juggled with that and other life threatening issues, but this diagnosis has created a new crippling anxiety. Despite that, I know that it is a challenge I can learn to overcome. I have to, not just for myself, but for the increasing number of people (mainly women) who need to know that there is not just hope, but to see how that hope can turn into successful nutrition and healthy living.</p><p>Luckily, I have been referred to a dietician who specialises in nutrition for diabetics with eating disorders. Although I am waiting for our first appointment, I am finding some calm from researching around appropriate nutrition, exactly what insulin does with carbs, how exercise affects all this and basically trying to right size the ‘enemies,’ and identify the allies. </p><p>For example, I felt that my diabetes nurse was an enemy because she did not seem to understand the seriousness of disordered eating. I felt she thought it was my choice, and surely I should just follow instructions!? However, just this morning, she suggested some truly helpful ideas regarding a meal planning app and a more flexible rapid insulin routine! Next week I am getting a Freestyle Libre glucose monitor from her too.</p><p>Later today I am speaking to a nurse from our local Severe High-risk Eating Disorders unit, and as well as their ongoing support, I should finally get a date for my first eating disorder/diabetes dietician appointment. I am also speaking to my GP to extend my sick note because I need to focus on learning to live with this as a priority. If I don’t do that, I will be incapable of doing anything. Full stop.</p><p>One thing I have learned is that I need professional help for serious issues, and that it is there, BUT, I have to be proactive.</p><p>I wish us all the best results and lives possible.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Torrianna, post: 2275879, member: 526151"] Hi, Firstly, I am so pleased that this support forum exists. I immediately feel less isolated and alone! I too am newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and I am terrified. I have suffered from anorexia and bulimia for over 40 years. Somehow, I have juggled with that and other life threatening issues, but this diagnosis has created a new crippling anxiety. Despite that, I know that it is a challenge I can learn to overcome. I have to, not just for myself, but for the increasing number of people (mainly women) who need to know that there is not just hope, but to see how that hope can turn into successful nutrition and healthy living. Luckily, I have been referred to a dietician who specialises in nutrition for diabetics with eating disorders. Although I am waiting for our first appointment, I am finding some calm from researching around appropriate nutrition, exactly what insulin does with carbs, how exercise affects all this and basically trying to right size the ‘enemies,’ and identify the allies. For example, I felt that my diabetes nurse was an enemy because she did not seem to understand the seriousness of disordered eating. I felt she thought it was my choice, and surely I should just follow instructions!? However, just this morning, she suggested some truly helpful ideas regarding a meal planning app and a more flexible rapid insulin routine! Next week I am getting a Freestyle Libre glucose monitor from her too. Later today I am speaking to a nurse from our local Severe High-risk Eating Disorders unit, and as well as their ongoing support, I should finally get a date for my first eating disorder/diabetes dietician appointment. I am also speaking to my GP to extend my sick note because I need to focus on learning to live with this as a priority. If I don’t do that, I will be incapable of doing anything. Full stop. One thing I have learned is that I need professional help for serious issues, and that it is there, BUT, I have to be proactive. I wish us all the best results and lives possible. [/QUOTE]
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