[Tizwit]

Originally Posted by Jamesdotter

I've been reading this with some interest because I'm a type 2. My cousin, who I think may have been type 1 (because she was on a low dose of insulin) was diagnosed as diabetic when she was in her 20's. She died last month--at age 90! Take care of yourself and you can live a very long time!! I'm trying to do that, and so far have been able to control my disease with diet and exercise.

I have a friend who is a type l, diagnosed in her 50s, I think (she's now in her 70s). She would love to use a pump but tells me she can't because she is allergic to every kind of tape.

I know of several people that have reactions to the tape but have figured out ways around this. I know of a group that you could refer her to to ask all the questions she can think of..

Holding off on the link until I get some items clarified by the Mods.

Brian

[Tizwit]

Originally Posted by Tizwit

I know of several people that have reactions to the tape but have figured out ways around this. I know of a group that you could refer her to to ask all the questions she can think of..

Holding off on the link until I get some items clarified by the Mods.

Brian

Ok I think this should be ok after talking with a few people. If Not I am sorry in advance.

If your friend is still interested in using an insulin pump but has some issues with the tape look at this site:

www.Insulin-Pumpers.org

Its a large support group for those that use the insulin pump. I am sure they have seen almost everything that deals with the pump. :hatparty:

Brian

[Hairstylingnurse]

Hi everyone, I just wanted to drop a few lines. I was diagnosed with type 1 last may (coming up on my year anniversary) of being dignosed with type 1. At that time I was 34. The way my endocrinologist explained it to me was that type 2 patients are either insulin resistant(still producing insulin, but their body is unable to use it effectively) or are not producing enough insulin for their body weight. Which is why they are usually able to be treated with weight loss and diet before oral hypoglycemics( and sometimes down the road insulin). And with type 1 diabetics (all ages) their pancrease has ceased making insulin and are more prone to ketoacidosis, etc. Which I have been there, done that and gotthe t-shirt . I hope I have explained this as close to possible as my endo. explained it to me. I'm still learning everyday, and have millions of questions my self so if anyone understands it differently let me know. I'm a perpetual student.

[Hairstylingnurse]

This statement is very true. My hospital dietician told me that diabetic diet is changing. They are trying to find more flexible ways for diabetics to control diabetes so they will be more apt to take good care of themselves, and they realize just because we are diabetics doesn't mean we will never eat cake or candy again. You just have to be smart and figure the carb count (of your favorite treat "on occasion") into your meal or snack. You can again "occasionally" adjust your amount of insulin to allow a treat. Don't make a habit of this as it will lead to weight gain. Carb counting is great. It's all about less deprivation and more portion control.

Originally Posted by Tizwit

Why have you cut out Candy? That is not needed. Everything within moderation...

Do you Carb Count? Fixed Doses? Fixed Diet?

Brian
Pumping for 11 years. Pancreatically Challenged since 92

[Tizwit]

Hairstylingnurse.......

Just a note your mailbox is full.. I couldn't reply to your message

[Hairstylingnurse]

Originally Posted by Tizwit

Hairstylingnurse.......

Just a note your mailbox is full.. I couldn't reply to your message

Thanx Tizwit, I just did my spring cleaning so please reply asap. I just got done looking at your other sites and I think they are gonna be kewl.

[Jamesdotter]

Originally Posted by Tizwit

If your friend is still interested in using an insulin pump but has some issues with the tape look at this site:

www.Insulin-Pumpers.org

Thanks Tizwit. I've e-mailed the information to my friend.

[Tizwit]

Originally Posted by Jamesdotter

Thanks Tizwit. I've e-mailed the information to my friend.

If there is anything at all I can help with please let me know.

[Myxel67]

Originally Posted by traumaRUs

Nowadays you can be diagnosed with type I diabetes up until approx age 30! Please take care of yourself...

Actually, it can begin at any age; we had type 1 with onset at age 84.*
However, it does usually start by age 30.

*Yes, she was a true type 1 with complete beta cell destruction due to autoimmune reaction.

[Sweetooth EMT-P, RN]

I am confused. usually a type I diabetes dx follows after a patients ends up in DKA. You said you were hypoglycemic and not hyper. Maybe I just misread the post. Why did the E.D. diagnosis you with type I diabetes????

Swtooth