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<blockquote data-quote="BigBOBBEE" data-source="post: 2036723" data-attributes="member: 328664"><p>In my 70's I definitely understand how serious this disease is and how it can affect us all. I was diagnosed in 2009 after completing a 15 mile charity walk to raise money for the Iain Rennie Hospice. Although not a race, I finished among the first 10 on a truly blisteringly hot day. When I got home I took off my trainers and noticed that the insides were soaked in blood. My physician sent me for tests and I was immediately diagnosed with T2 and peripheral neuropathy in my feet. My toes were numb and consequently I never felt any blisters develop or indeed, burst. Like you I was rather anxious and started taking my own readings. I then began developing debilitating foot ulcers and had to undergo long term treatment. These ulcers recurred quite regularly and the thought of losing a limb was a major concern. But, thanks to the wonderful treatment by dedicated NHS podiatry staff along with their advice, I have really taken care of my feet and now some 10 years later, my feet are in perfect condition and thankfully ulcers are a thing of the past AND although I am reviewed annually, Metformin and I are in control and I am confident enough not to take my own readings. I hope this gives you hope as the word CONTROL is paramount. All good wishes to you and all fellow diabetics.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BigBOBBEE, post: 2036723, member: 328664"] In my 70's I definitely understand how serious this disease is and how it can affect us all. I was diagnosed in 2009 after completing a 15 mile charity walk to raise money for the Iain Rennie Hospice. Although not a race, I finished among the first 10 on a truly blisteringly hot day. When I got home I took off my trainers and noticed that the insides were soaked in blood. My physician sent me for tests and I was immediately diagnosed with T2 and peripheral neuropathy in my feet. My toes were numb and consequently I never felt any blisters develop or indeed, burst. Like you I was rather anxious and started taking my own readings. I then began developing debilitating foot ulcers and had to undergo long term treatment. These ulcers recurred quite regularly and the thought of losing a limb was a major concern. But, thanks to the wonderful treatment by dedicated NHS podiatry staff along with their advice, I have really taken care of my feet and now some 10 years later, my feet are in perfect condition and thankfully ulcers are a thing of the past AND although I am reviewed annually, Metformin and I are in control and I am confident enough not to take my own readings. I hope this gives you hope as the word CONTROL is paramount. All good wishes to you and all fellow diabetics. [/QUOTE]
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