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Sick and tired

miaxo

Active Member
Messages
32
Type of diabetes
Type 1
Treatment type
Insulin
Today i feel tired and work out about my diabetes. I'm a type 1 ive only been diagnosed about 6 months and im sick of constantly having to inject everyday, especially when my injection site always itches, despite rotating. I can't do this anymore and i'm struggling to cope with my diabetes. Im thinking about having an insulin pump but i dont want it hanging out my skin being constantly in the way but i dont know what else to do. i need a cure. i really can't do this anymore.
 
My advice is that if they will give you a pump, grab it. You quickly find ways and places to stash it and it makes life so much easier. I used injections for forty-plus years. My sister was diagnosed about ten years ago, put straight on a pump, and her control, health, moods, life, etc was so much better than mine. And I was supposed to be the one with all the experience! I was worried about being attached to something too, but the benefits outweigh the advantages for me.
 
Sorry to hear of your frustration and tiredness about it all. It is hard to accept at times but you have done well to keep taking your insulin, rotating your sites and trying to deal with it. Look at the positives too

You are only six months diagnosed so has your honeymoon period ended? Have you tried to reduce the amount of carbohydrates in your diet? Many on this forum, myself included, follow a lower carbohydrate high fat way of eating. Browse the low-carb diet section for more information if you're interested
 
Hi @shannonspiersx

This must be incredibly difficult for you having been diagnosed so recently. Do you have a good relationship with your diabetes team??

I know how awful this can be, but you'll feel your best and be most equipped to deal with it when your levels are reasonably well controlled. I personally would recommend a pump; I got mine when my levels seemed impossible to control and it made such a difference and was so much easier than having to inject all the time. It takes a bit of getting used to but for me now it doesnt get in the way at all. Maybe ask your team if you can trial one for a few months; if you don't like it you can always go back to injections.

Can you talk to your family or friends, or maybe even a counsellor about how you feel?? Sometimes it helps just to get it all off your chest. If not there are plenty of us on here who'll be happy to listen and advise as much as we can.

Also going to tag the super-helpful @daisy1 and @Robinredbreast who may have some good advice to offer.

Rachel x
 
The insulin you use could be the problem, as it can cause skin reactions such as itching. Maybe you could ask about getting a different insulin. I've only had it six months myself, and still hate it, but some days are not so bad. Definitely think this forum is a good thing, a lot of people don't understand my family included constantly spouting rubbish. On here it's different as we live with it every day as well, so you'll always find someone willing to listen.
 
Pumps make it easier when you are used to it I have just started with omnipod. No wires as it sticks to you and you use a Bluetooth handset you can fix it to several areas also swim shower with it on. Less injections could be your answer. Meanwhile ensure if slim you are using shortest needle I remember my sites itching when I was younger but only for a while. When young Diabetes can affect how you feel about yourself and how you believe others may think . However if you control it it won't control you . Remember Diabetes is a method of keeping you healthier than many non diabetics if you can look after yourself. It has never stopped me from working travelling living a full life having children. Despite when young being unable to recognise Hypo's. I am now in my 50's . It's important to talk and express you feelings as others can help to answer your questions and advise if appropriate . Keep in touch you are not alone.
 
What Insulin are you using; it might be a reaction to one of teh ingredients/preservatives in the one you are taking. Would be worth discussing a change of regime with your DSN.
 

Itchy and inflamed skin around the injection site does look like your having a allergic reaction to the insulin you inject, I'd mention this to you diabetes team and see what they say.

As for being fed-up with injecting and tired with diabetes, I honestly think the first year with type 1 is the worst as there's such a change in our lives and so much information to take on board, in time it does get easier but don't be put off by the idea of a pump, some pumps now (like the Omnipod) are tubeless and don't get in the way of everyday life and you hardly notice it is there.
 
Thanks everyone so much for all of the comments! its actually made me feel better. i have thought about the pump and im going to ask my health care team on my next appointment. as for the allergic reactions i might actually look into it :S i thought it was just normal but i will have to ask about that also.
 
The allergic reation might be to the pen needle so look into that as well. Glad you are feeling better in yourself
 
Thanks CarbsRok i will thanks. hopefully im not. i have the smallest thinnest needles possible ;p thank you i hope youre doing good too
 
miaxo said:
Thanks CarbsRok i will thanks. hopefully im not. i have the smallest thinnest needles possible ;p thank you i hope youre doing good too
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I'm fine ta thank you for asking
The reason I mentioned the needles is because some member have found that certain brands of needles cause an allergic reaction.
Regarding asking about a pump, you wont notice it hanging from you at all, may be first day or two then you keep checking it's still there as you just don't notice it
 
good an no problem No way, you wouldnt think so with needles. an yeah i am gonna have a good think about it and then decide, it seems troublesome
 
A pump is a lot of hard work to start with and you do have to keep on top of things. Having a pocket pancreas is fantastic though and does improve quality of life.
You have to be prepared to test bloods on a regular bases and carb count all food you eat and bolus for it.
So bottom line is that you get out of it what you put in.
 
Hm yeah it sounds fair enough tbh. its just hard work D: people think diabetes is an easy thing to manage and its really hard diabetic people are strong
 
I used to get really itchy when I injected in my stomach... It made me feel really uncomfortable all day. But the DSN suggest injecting my long acting into my bum instead... and never had a problem since.
 
Just remembered when a child I used to do injections just beneath skin ( subcutaneous ) and not deep enough I used to get red raised and itchy patches do you need to use a longer needle, obviously depends on size/ weight ?
 
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