I guess this isn't the best way to introduce myself to the forum. Found out I had type 2 few months ago, was very good about testing, diet, etc. went from readings around 20 to the low 6's, even 4 a couple of times. My mind is overwhelmed with info and suggestions. I have numerous other health problems which forced me to go on disability about 8 yrs. ago. I have 2 types of arthristis and the past month the pain has gotten so out of control I don't know what to do any more. I've also been treated for manic depression since I was in my teens and now I'm in my fifties. I honestly don't know what to do, I only take readings now before I go for blood tests to make sure they are low when I go. Only one person knows I have diabetes and I lie to them about my readings so that they don't hassle me. I also have an eating disorder which was under control for years but now I'm back to purging. I'm so tired...I just needed to write this I think...I know I'm my own worst enemy. I just want to sleep and wake up without pain for once. Oh yeah, my doctor who I don't like has arranged for me to see an endo something specialist next month as he now thinks the diabetes is a symptom of cushings disease. I'm so tired and fedup.
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Hi...found out couple of months ago and ready to give up
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nannybarbara
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Hi Holly,
You have most definitely come to the right place. I've had diabetes for 30 years, but I've only been here for a week, and I have to say that what these guys don't know about diabetes isn't worth knowing! Their collective knowledge is absolutely astounding.
There's nearly always someone on line and someone will get back to you with help or advice as soon as they wake up so please don't despair.
Keep your chin up!
Barbara
You have most definitely come to the right place. I've had diabetes for 30 years, but I've only been here for a week, and I have to say that what these guys don't know about diabetes isn't worth knowing! Their collective knowledge is absolutely astounding.
There's nearly always someone on line and someone will get back to you with help or advice as soon as they wake up so please don't despair.
Keep your chin up!
Barbara
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Hi Holly.
Welcome to the forum. I can see you have a fair few problems and hopefully we might be able to help you get over some of them. Specifically we can advise you well about treating your Diabetes. The other things, you may have to look elsewhere as some are not really our area of expertise ? There may be individual members with some knowledge of those things who I am sure will offer their advice. We always try and give answers, however difficult the questions ?
Glad to hear that you are being referred to an Endocrinologist. Best person to try and unravel the complicated problems of your health.
One thing you must do is be open about your Diabetes. Not telling anybody about high readings etc is not a good idea. Start by sharing with us exactly what the readings are, what your diet is like ? That sort of thing. Diet has a massive role to play in fighting your Diabetes. It can have the knock on effect of making you feel better when you are in control and those numbers fall. Feeling better will help any depression issues, helps YOU feel better and more able to face the other problems and deal with them properly.
As Barbara said, there is a wealth of knowledge, and in particular experience on this site. You will always get help and support when you need it. You will get better I am sure.
Welcome to the forum. I can see you have a fair few problems and hopefully we might be able to help you get over some of them. Specifically we can advise you well about treating your Diabetes. The other things, you may have to look elsewhere as some are not really our area of expertise ? There may be individual members with some knowledge of those things who I am sure will offer their advice. We always try and give answers, however difficult the questions ?
Glad to hear that you are being referred to an Endocrinologist. Best person to try and unravel the complicated problems of your health.
One thing you must do is be open about your Diabetes. Not telling anybody about high readings etc is not a good idea. Start by sharing with us exactly what the readings are, what your diet is like ? That sort of thing. Diet has a massive role to play in fighting your Diabetes. It can have the knock on effect of making you feel better when you are in control and those numbers fall. Feeling better will help any depression issues, helps YOU feel better and more able to face the other problems and deal with them properly.
As Barbara said, there is a wealth of knowledge, and in particular experience on this site. You will always get help and support when you need it. You will get better I am sure.
wallycorker
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Hi holly19,
Whatever your other problems it does sound as though you are making a great job of sorting out your diabetic control. 6s and 4s are a very big improvement on 20s and show that you are getting to grips with thing - that's a massive improvement in just a short time!
Testing is a great idea because that is the only way that you know what is happening. I find that testing my fasting level on rising gives me the best idea about my overall control. If that is generally in the 5s then the other readings aren't likely to be far off track.
Cutting back on the starchy carbohydrates - i.e. cereals, bread, potatoes , pasta and rice etc is the main thing that Type 2 diabetics need to do to get control of their blood glucose levels. I suppose you already know that.
After many years of abusing my body with food and drink, I have found over the last twelve months that diet is tremendously powerful in sorting out many things. Good diabetic control through changing my diet has led to improvements in many areas where I wasn't expecting them. For example, I used to have knee problems and they aren't bothering me at all these days. Having lost weight through my dietary changes may have led to that improvement but whatever caused it then it is a welcome relief.
Stick at it - I'm certain that you sound to be on the right track! I sure that things will continue to improve.
Best wishes - John
Whatever your other problems it does sound as though you are making a great job of sorting out your diabetic control. 6s and 4s are a very big improvement on 20s and show that you are getting to grips with thing - that's a massive improvement in just a short time!
Testing is a great idea because that is the only way that you know what is happening. I find that testing my fasting level on rising gives me the best idea about my overall control. If that is generally in the 5s then the other readings aren't likely to be far off track.
Cutting back on the starchy carbohydrates - i.e. cereals, bread, potatoes , pasta and rice etc is the main thing that Type 2 diabetics need to do to get control of their blood glucose levels. I suppose you already know that.
After many years of abusing my body with food and drink, I have found over the last twelve months that diet is tremendously powerful in sorting out many things. Good diabetic control through changing my diet has led to improvements in many areas where I wasn't expecting them. For example, I used to have knee problems and they aren't bothering me at all these days. Having lost weight through my dietary changes may have led to that improvement but whatever caused it then it is a welcome relief.
Stick at it - I'm certain that you sound to be on the right track! I sure that things will continue to improve.
Best wishes - John
