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<blockquote data-quote="Heathenlass" data-source="post: 808812" data-attributes="member: 84861"><p>Welcome [USER=169458]@ClaireMoz[/USER] ! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p>Whatever the ultimate diagnosis, it sounds as if you are currently on an effective insulin regime, and are getting good support from your DSN until you see the consultant . The deciding factor in whether you are Type 1 or 2 is the results of the antibody test that I'm assuming they have done already . You don't say what your age is ( and I'm not going to ask - some things you don't ask a lady <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /> ) but again I'm assuming you are an adult <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> It's something of a myth that all Type 1's are diagnosed as children or teens, many are, but it's also common to be diagnosed in adulthood. Sadly, many have been misdiagnosed as being a Type 2 solely based on their age .</p><p></p><p>It's fairly normal to feel guilt , it's part of the process, but there is nothing to feel guilty about . There are an awful lot of non diabetics who are overweight and inactive out there <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /> , ditto an awful lot of diabetics who are slim and exercise . <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite11" alt=":rolleyes:" title="Roll Eyes :rolleyes:" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":rolleyes:" /></p><p></p><p>It's all a steep learning curve no matter what the actual diagnosis is, but the good news is that you have found your way here, where many of all types have lived with the beast for in some cases, a very long time indeed. There are a wealth of tips and hints, advice ( sometimes conflicting !<img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /> ) and a lot of support and humour. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /> I think you will find this invaluable .</p><p></p><p>Oh and the golden rule is ask questions. The oldie and goodie applies " There are no stupid questions "</p><p></p><p>Signy</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Heathenlass, post: 808812, member: 84861"] Welcome [USER=169458]@ClaireMoz[/USER] ! :) Whatever the ultimate diagnosis, it sounds as if you are currently on an effective insulin regime, and are getting good support from your DSN until you see the consultant . The deciding factor in whether you are Type 1 or 2 is the results of the antibody test that I'm assuming they have done already . You don't say what your age is ( and I'm not going to ask - some things you don't ask a lady :D ) but again I'm assuming you are an adult :) It's something of a myth that all Type 1's are diagnosed as children or teens, many are, but it's also common to be diagnosed in adulthood. Sadly, many have been misdiagnosed as being a Type 2 solely based on their age . It's fairly normal to feel guilt , it's part of the process, but there is nothing to feel guilty about . There are an awful lot of non diabetics who are overweight and inactive out there ;) , ditto an awful lot of diabetics who are slim and exercise . :rolleyes: It's all a steep learning curve no matter what the actual diagnosis is, but the good news is that you have found your way here, where many of all types have lived with the beast for in some cases, a very long time indeed. There are a wealth of tips and hints, advice ( sometimes conflicting !:D ) and a lot of support and humour. :D I think you will find this invaluable . Oh and the golden rule is ask questions. The oldie and goodie applies " There are no stupid questions " Signy [/QUOTE]
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