Myth #12: People diagnosed with diabetes are doomed.
Far from it. While it's true that diabetes is a long-term disease without a cure and that diabetics might experience some pretty nasty complications if their blood sugar levels are allowed to soar sky-high for years, they can avoid that fate.
Many people can and do lead busy, active, spontaneous lives while also managing their type 2 diabetes. A diabetes diagnosis alone doesn't rule out travel, having fun, or partaking in many common pastimes or pursuits. Simply put, they must follow their treatment regimen, plan ahead, and take extra precautions when necessary, such as checking blood sugar more often if they're traveling across the country, or packing the right foods if they're taking a long car trip. With a little help and support from family or friends and the assistance of a good healthcare team, it's possible to live a full and fulfilling life even with a diabetes diagnosis.
This has been an interesting and informative article. I don't know much about diabetes, but I feel I know more know. Thank you
THE 'BIGGEST RIP OFF' IS THE BLOOD/SUGAR METER ..... THE METERS ARE PRACTICALLY GIVE AWAY ITEMS IT'S THE HIGH COST OF THE TESTING STRIPS THAT MAKE MONEY FOR THE DRUG COMPANIES. I DO BELEIVE THAT SERIOUS CASES OF DIABETIS THE METER IS A 'GOD SENT' WAY FOR IT'S USER. HOWEVER, A SLIGHT ELEVATION IN BLOOD SUGER AT YOUR YEARLY BLOOD TEST MAY CAUSE YOUR DOCTOR TO RECOMMEND THAT YOU START MONBITORING YOU BLOOD SUGAR. DOCTORS WILL RECOMMEND AND PRESCRIBE FOR YOU A METER AND SOME TEST STRIPS (USUALLY FREE OR ON YOUR PLAN).... NOW YOUR HOOKED ! "This is the best article i have yet to read on diabetes............ty"
I am 62 and a type 2,been on Actos 45 mg for 10 yrs,I try to eat right & exercise,most of my friends who recieved the news they were type 2 continued to drink booze & didnt exercise,they all have developed health problems,eyesight,kidney issues,now they try to maintain the condition but it is tough on them due to yrs of inactivity,just sitting on the bar stool & drinking booze has cost them dearly,now they find it diffilcult to maintain,I have to drive my buddies 2009 Cadillac to get him to the Dr office because he didnt pay attention 10 yrs ago,what good is that brand new Caddy if your vision is impaired? He is trying very hard to control his diabetes in his early 60's,my advice is to get on it immediately & stay on it to the end,shadow diseases usually show up,hi-b/p-exercise often,lose weight
It's a exellent article to read on diabetes for taking care your health.I do have type 2 diabetes about 15 years,However I am doing great because I exercise everyday & eat properly meals. Thank you so much
I have type 2 diabetes - diagnosed 3 years ago. I am a woman who is not obese but overweight and find it hard to take off the pounds. I follow doctor's directions, try to eat healthy (sometimes I slip), take my pill on a daily basis, and exercise and plenty of water are part of my day. My exercise is basically walking - not fast but often. Most days I feel great - some days no matter what my sugar readings are what I consider high but from everything I have learned they really aren't. You can live with diabetes if your attitude is "I have diabetes, diabetes doesn't have me.
The article was well written but, should have been titled "Type 2 Diabetes Myths." I am the mother of a Type 1 diabetic who was diagnosed 8 years ago. Myth 3 is actually true, if you do not count carbs (the old philosophy was to count sugars) your blood sugars will go up. However, your advice to follow a healthy diet was great! I run a support group for children and families living with Type 1 diabetes, we have speakers to educate and each other for support. It is a very complicated disease and not easy to fine tune. There are many great websites you can go to to get help Childrenwithdiabetes.com JDRF and Children's Diabetes Foundation of the North Bay (CDFNB.ORG) The Pink Panther Book is a terrific resource to. Thanks for the article- many will benefit- P.S. Some diabetic foods are ACTUALLY GREAT the glucerna line is terrific to avoid lows especially overnight but, the "sugar free" candies in larger doses causes stomach issues (both ends) and usually has a different "sugar" such as corn syrup, AND is usually HIGHER in carbs that the real stuff. Thanks Again
I'm glad to see this article, although it was annoying to read 'your parent' all the time. The information in this article is accurate. As a Mother of a child with TYPE 1 diabetes, it gets frustrating every time I read an article, that the types and their differences aren't made clear. This article is well written, doesn't blame the patient (which many articles DO) for this aweful disease, clears up the many myths, have very good and valid points. Its so nice to read a well though out, clearly defining article now a days, thank you!
I had a really difficult time reading this article because it continuously spoke of "your parent". I realize that I did get early-onset diabetes at 28 (and wasn't overweight) which may not be the target audience here, but I'm sure there are lots of people with type 2 diabetes who are reading this for themselves. Just seemed a little unnerving to feel as though because you have diabetes you are frail and must have someone assist you in your own care.