Comments on: Diabetes Blogs Can Change Your Life

By: elba herrera

elba herrera — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:26:01 +0000

I HAVE DIABETES 1 BUT AFTER BEING ADMITTED TO THE HOSPITAL WITH SUGAR LEVELS IN THE 700 I WAS SHOCKED WHEN I WAS DIAGNOSTED WITH DIABETES 1, SINCE I’M 72!THE DOCTOR WAS SHOCKED ALSO…SO MY DAUGHTERS DID SOME INVESTIGATING AND FOUND OUT I ACTUALLY HAVE DIBETES 1 AND 1/2 DIDN’T EVEN KNOW THERE WAS SUCH A THING …JUST 2 MONTHS AGO I ASKED THE DOCTOR TO TAKE ME OFF THE INSULIN SHOTS AND HE WAS RELUCTANT TO DO IT BUT SAID IT WOULD BE FINE SO RIGHT NOW I JUST TAKE PILLS 1500 MG OF METFORMIN,BUT LAST MONTH I SHRUNK IT TO 1000MG…AND I FEEL GREAT AND KEPT MY SUGAR LEVELS LOW…SO IN REALITY I DID NOT NEED THE SHOTS!!!???

By: Michaela B.

Michaela B. — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 01:50:40 +0000

Hi Guys, It’s Michaela Again. Just wanted to let you all know that I have launched my blog…the URL is: QueenBee-tes.blogspot.com

I’m still working out all the kinks but I’ve written two posts, please check it out and leave me comments on what needs to be fixed or changed!!

Thank You All for Your Wonderful Feedback..I look forward to blogging with you!!

By: Ed

Ed — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:26:19 +0000

Kayla – I hear ya! I was diagnosed back on April 2nd at 27 and have been speaking with the JDRF about all the issues you’ve raised. The thing that I’ve discussed most with them is the lack of guidelines about how to lead that normal 20-something life; how to go out for a night drinking without worrying, where to wear a pump – how long can you keep a pump off if you’re having sex and how do you prevent a low during that. One of my type 1 friends refuses to go on a pump because she doesn’t know where to wear it with a tight dress – so alot of Type 1s share your concerns. Feel free to check out my blog and contact me – http://www.ringthebolus.blogspot.com

By: totoro

totoro — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:02:15 +0000

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By: Laura

Laura — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 22:01:42 +0000

Kayla – Loved your post! Being young and feeling attractive while having this insulin pump attached to me is sometimes a struggle in my 20′s. I do think it’s to our credit, as strong women, to be able to manage it all – I’m just afraid other people unfamiliar with Diabetes and pumps don’t see it as such. Your posting was a comfort that there are other people out there in my shoes. I look forward to your blog and more thoughts on being young and managing it all!

Laura

By: Katie

Katie — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 22:49:56 +0000

Twenty-something (actualy 26)diabetic from over the pond in the Uk calling. I’m not as wild as I used to be but I still enjoy partying, drinking and wearing skimpy outfits! My diabetes has always been there but it’s never stopped me from doing anything I wanted to do; it’s just made me more self-aware and I don’t think that’s ever a bad thing. Hoping to start a Uk based blog soon as there is a real lack of info and support for people my age over here.
We’re all fabulous – it helps to remind each other from time to tme : )

By: Michaela B.

Michaela B. — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 19:44:11 +0000

Hi Everyone! Thank You SO much for all of your feedback…your words are so encouraging and its so nice to have so many inspiring, wonderful responses. I’ve picked a name for my blog and am planning on posting my first blog this weekend. I had an amazing diabetes day today..for my internship at the ADA, I worked the Boston Diabetes Expo and it was incredible. I’m def. going to write about it and all the amazing things I saw and all the cool people I met. The name of my blog is going to be “Queen Bee-tes” I also got in contact with an old friend who I haven’t talked to in years, she has been diabetic since 6th grade and lives in Florida now. She expressed interest in blogging so we’re talking about writing sister blogs and trying to keep in contact since neither of us knows many people with diabetes. Once Again, Thanks for making me smile with all your fabulous messages!

By: Anna

Anna — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 12:11:51 +0000

Kayla,
Diagnosed at 16 (20 years ago), I have been through a lot with my diabetes and my pump. Plenty of beer, parties, fabulous outfits, and a healthy share of boys. I have had fun and been responsible and have never let my diabetes set me back from experiencing and living a full life. In fact, the more someone tells me that “its just not possible considering my diabetes,” the more it becomes my reality.

I have traveled to far away lands, been scuba diving with sharks, run marathons, danced on table tops in bars til wee hours of the night, wore my pump my entire wedding day (tight dress and all), and have had a beautiful perfectly healthy baby boy.

You can do anything you want. Your candour is refreshing and your attitude will get you far. Good for you for reaching out!

By: Carly

Carly — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 21:31:16 +0000

Hey Kayla! I totally feel ya. I’m a “bad” diabetic who will sometimes grab some beer or a sugarfree red bull and vodka when I’m out with friends…but I also have a 6.1 A1c! It’s all about allowing yourself to act your age and have fun, but working hard to balance it out. Good luck!

By: Allison

Allison — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:47:53 +0000

Hi Kayla! I’m Allison and I write over at “Tales of a Twentysomething.” I’m so glad we have another twentysomething voice among us! Can’t wait to read some of your stuff.

Drink of choice: Rum and Diet Coke. )Allison