Fed up of all thing’s diabetic

[margot_c_wallace]

No worries, been there, been t1d for 59 years and they blame diabetes for everything ,yes important to keep under control but sometimes impossible, my mantra is, it won't beat me, have you tried an insulin pump

 

[Rita16]

Hey all,
I’m have been diabetic for nearly 25 years and I have got to a point where I am fed up with dealing with all of it and especially when my diabetes is blamed for everything. I feel like no one actually understands what it’s like to go through it and I asked the same question to the consultant who basically blamed me for my diabetes and how I am on multiple injections. Apparently all my skin infections are also linked to my diabetes and if it was better controlled I would be on 2 injections a day max and my skin infections would not come back. I am also on antidepressants and am sorry about ranting but not really sure who else would understand what it’s like.

Hi Abigail, I believe every single type 1 diabetic will understand exactly how you feel and what you are going through. In 50 years of dealing with my diabetes, i could write a book about all the stupid comments made to me, from GPs (esp new ones) to friends who should know better! I would suggest that there's 2 ways of dealing with it: either letting it go over your head, telling yourself that they mean well but don't have a clue; this is easier said than done. Or, as in my case, gently challenging those comments. I often mention to anyone suggesting the problems are my fault and lack of care, that there are around 12 factors i can think of that can affect your blood sugar readings (there may well be more), from illness and stress, to the type of food you've eaten and what time of the day you've eaten it. I've found that that approach will have the effect of shutting up many of those people who have casually blamed you for everything! Take care, hold on to the rollercoaster that is type 1 diabetes, and best of wishes in dealing with it. We're all with you.

 

[Jaylee]

This is dark humour. But I feel is fitting regarding what anyone encounters from the ill informed.

I’ve experienced the “you’re the one with…” regarding diabetes..
They just don’t seem so self aware?

 

[ert]

Hey all,
I’m have been diabetic for nearly 25 years and I have got to a point where I am fed up with dealing with all of it and especially when my diabetes is blamed for everything. I feel like no one actually understands what it’s like to go through it and I asked the same question to the consultant who basically blamed me for my diabetes and how I am on multiple injections. Apparently all my skin infections are also linked to my diabetes and if it was better controlled I would be on 2 injections a day max and my skin infections would not come back. I am also on antidepressants and am sorry about ranting but not really sure who else would understand what it’s like.

2 injections a day? Maybe if you weren't eating anything. Doesn't sound feasible at all. I have about 10 plus as I take small corrections to stay in a narrow blood sugar range. Nothing is your fault. Ask for a different consultant next time.