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Hi I'm Kim I'm almost 26 and was diagnosed with type 2 after my first child in 2012. At first they thought it was gestational but it did not go has anyone else had this happen? I was put on metformin in September 2012 and i have just found out I'm pregnant with 2nd child so put on insulin straight away. Even though I was diagnosed a while ago I think I was in denial and now I'm on insulin again I'm an emotional wreck I'm so scared of dieing young and leaving my babies too early. Came on here to see if anyone could make me get my head around having this horrible condition. They say I'm not a typical type 2 as I'm not obese im young and its not in my family other then my nan but she got it later on in life. I'm just unlucky. Sorry if none of this makes sense. Hope to hear from any of you. Would like to know if there is anyone my age too. Hope your all well. Kim xx
 
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I'm so scared of dieing young and leaving my babies too early.
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As you spend a little time on this forum, you will see that there are people who have had diabetes for many many years, decades in some cases. Some live fit and active lives, others carry on as before, sneaking in the odd packet of doughnuts. You do have to look after yourself, watching what you eat, taking exercise etc. but there is no reason why you shouldn't see grandchildren. Don't scare yourself unnecessarily.
 
Hi Kim, sorry to hear of your diagnosis. However, the more you learn, the sooner you realize it's not the end of the world. Yes, you'll have to change a little but nothing life changing. Good luck !


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Thanks for the replies. Sorry if I sounded like a complete idiot I was a bit upset when I posted. What are the chances of having to go on insulin forever?
 
Who knows ? Some of that is luck, some will be down to you. Good control will certainly delay it. Insulin is not that awful though, you get used to it. Like brushing your teeth lol !


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Kmac11 said:
Thanks for the replies. Sorry if I sounded like a complete idiot I was a bit upset when I posted. What are the chances of having to go on insulin forever?
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Quite a few people on this forum report reductions in their medication. I can imagine that the biggest problem you as mother of young will face is finding the time to feed yourself properly. it is all too easy when pressed for time to eat something unsuitable because it is handy and tell yourself that you will sort things out tomorrow. You must be careful to avoid that.
 
Wow Kim you sound exactly like me only difference is I'm type 1! I'm 26 too, found out when I was pregnant with my son (he's 3 now) at first they thought it was gestational but when he was 17 months old (just after I'd stopped breast feeding) I got really ill and found out I was type 1. I am also slim, and just like you no one in my family has it except my grandma who developed it a few years ago!!!! I was ok with it at first but the longer I liver with it and the more I get to understand it (or feel more confuse by it) I feel worse - I was definitely in the 'honeymoon' period for the first 6 months or so and thought it was quite easy, but finding it hard now- especially as my friends don't really get it, they think its just a case of not eating chocolate .. So crazy reading your post, it's like reading about my own life!


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Hi. I don't want to add to your worries but I think you need to be aware that occasionally younger people who are not overweight can have a variant of diabetes called late onset type 1 (LADA). Hopefully that is not the case but even if it is, you will find others on this forum who have this variant. Your diabetes could be related to the pregnancies so there are various possibilities. As and when you come off insulin do keep an eye on your blood sugar and if it does start rising steeply seek further advice. It's possible you would need to go back on to insulin later on and although none of us look forward to it you in fact have a lot more control than being a 'straight' type 2; you can even eat more normal food. I've been on insulin one-a-day now for a few months and that is no problem at all. Not every one has to go on to the full 4-a-day regime and you may be able to stay on tablets for a long time yet. Do not worry about the long-term problems that some diabetics suffer. In virtually all cases these problems occur due to very late diagnosis or ignoring the diagnosed illness. With tablets or insulin as needed and regular blood sugar checking you can have a full life without any complications. I hope all goes well.
 
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