Husband's Responses to My Type 2 Diagnosis Have Hurt Me DeeplyHi. I was diagnosed with type 2 in August 2020. My husband's first action was to order a chocolate dessert at a restaurant and loudly look at me and ask...reactions9repliesFriends & FamilyCopingSupport
Concerns About Partner's Diabetes History and Genetic RiskHello everyone, I'm new to this forum, and I'm reaching out for advice and guidance regarding a situation in my life that's causing me a great deal of concern. I've...reactions2repliesDiagnosisFriends & FamilyComplications
How is everyone feeling about Thanksgiving?Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It can be a great time to reflect on what we're thankful for and spend time with loved ones. However, it can also be...reactions7repliesCopingFriends & Family
You Looked Okay To MeI know most of you have heard this at some point in your life. You can't see diabetes, so everyone assumes we are just okay. I have chronic kidney disease...reactions2repliesMental HealthFriends & Family
Does type 2 diabetes run in your family?Do you have other family members who also live with type 2 diabetes or are you the only one? If you do, do they have similar experiences with managing diabetes...reactions20repliesFriends & Family
What's the kindest thing someone has done for you because of your diabetes? In wanting to spread some more positivity in the forums, please share with us, no matter how big or small! What's the kindest thing someone has done for you because...reactions5repliesFriends & Family
I guess most people don't understand diabetesI'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...reactions9repliesWork & EmploymentFriends & FamilyAwareness
How Do I Manage Type 2 Diabetes With Work and a Family?How do I trust the docs. I'm still having hypoglycemic seizures....reactions3repliesWork & EmploymentComplicationsFriends & Family