I guess most people don't understand diabetes
I've been pre-diabetic for the last 3 years and recently "crossed the line" into full blown Type II - A1C of 7.0. Everyone I know - family, friends and co-workers - knows this yet I received several Christmas gifts of boxes of candy (one from my sister who is a nurse). Whenever there are treats in the office, people are always asking me if I've had any, and when I say no thanks, they want to know why. My co-worker baked cookies this morning, stood in my cubicle eating one and kept reminding me that there were only a few left and I'd better get one. I get tired of saying "I can't have that". I've made it well known lately that I'm trying very hard to keep my BG under control. I don't want people to feel sorry for me, I just would like them to stop making this harder than it has to be. I guess I'm going to have to start being a little more firm about telling people no. I don't want to be rude, but people just don't seem to get it.
Hi
, Really appreciate you sharing with us here. I know so many here can relate to this - how frustrating, especially when you've made it well known! Understandable that you would like them to stop, and that you get tired of saying it. You shouldn't have to! Thinking of you. We're here for you.
Warmly,
Margot, Team Member
Hi beachlife. I know the feelings about that. I've had that from my wife even when first diagnosed. She'd watch some 'doctors' show or listen to her friends and it was "It's good for you" or "It's okay".
It took me a very long time to get it through to her about what it's really all about. Even now once in a while she'll slip and say something like that I I'll tell her no thanks to do what she wants and I'll get something else.
It's hard on some people to understand even when they know others that go through the same thing.
I think we'll be finding that every place we go, be it work or any place else.
It's something that will always follow us no matter where we'll be at. Just when things start to sink in and they settle down somewhat someone else comes along and starts all over again.
Wishing you the best.
Tom
uh so sorry to hear that. well, I am just thankful that my circle is very supportive and sometimes, they were just the one reminding you that...oppss it's not good for you....hhhmmmm happy heart 😀
Please help... my boyfriend has type 2 diabetes and within the past 6 months after a year and a half of being with him things have gotten worse. He sleeps ALL the time. He literally falls asleep driving or just at the computer, zonks our. He recently has had a couple bouts of loss of balance as if he is passing out but doesn’t. He has severe up and down mood swings that has become pretty difficult to live with. He just shuts down. Help please
Hi
- that sounds scary - have you spoken with his doctor/care team about how tired he has been, and his modd swings? While we cannot share medical advice online, for your own safety and as we are not medical professionals, both are important things to discuss with his doctor - life with diabetes can be hard, frustrating, and exhausting. Some of our writers have written about mood swings, fatigue, and burnout - https://type2diabetes.com/living/mood-swings Please keep us updated on how you both are doing. Thinking of you,
Margot, Team Member
sounds like he need to see someone quickly
