Newly Diagnosed T2 27yr old
Hi! My name is Taylor! I was diagnosed with T2D about a month ago. I have a family history of T2 on both sides of my family. So,when I got the news I wasn’t that surprised but it was still jarring. It was definitely the wake up call that I needed. I immediately started researching as much could and stopped all the sweets, and sugary drinks. I’ve since lost 11lbs, have been walking everyday and drink nothing but water. But I can’t help but feel like I did this to myself. I’ve been feeling depressed and anxious since the diagnoses and have been trying to stay positive but it’s been really tough. When I got diagnosed I thought my life was over. And been feeling alone lately and was hoping to find some community that may have similar stories or words of encouragement. Thank you for listening!
Hi Taylor,
Don't feel depressed. Diabetes is very common diseases & good news is that diabetes and depression can be treated together. And effectively managing one can have a positive effect on the other. losing weight, eating well and exercising can help you manage the T2D . If diet and exercise aren't enough to manage your blood sugar, you may also need diabetes medications or insulin therapy. Take care yourself & be positive.Thank you so much! Your words have been very helpful!
Thank you for sharing with us. I'm so glad you've found our community and I hope we can be a source of helpful info and support to you as you navigate this. Sounds like you are off to a great start toward feeling better and improving your health. Small steps are a great approach. Please reach out here anytime, we're here to answer questions and give support. In addition to speaking with your doctor, this article may be helpful to you: https://type2diabetes.com/living-with-t2d/reacting-diagnosis. Best, Kelly, Type2diabetes.com Community Moderator I was relieved because I had been sick for 2 years or more and my doctor would send my urine in for bladder infection all the time and nothing would show up. I kept telling her I didn't have a bladder infection but she kept on insisting I bring a urine sample in at the lab and it would come back negative. She finally referred me to a gynecologist and this doctor sent me for a Diabetes test and there it was.
, oh wow. Thank you for sharing. I'm glad you were able to get some more answers. 2 years is a long time to be sick with no answers. It must have been really frustrating. Warmly, Minel (Team Member)
