• cricketsoda said on Jul 22, 2006....

  I don't mean to complain, it is just frustrating to have to live this way sometimes. I know I could have it much worse, but I needed to vent, and what better place than here.

• cricketsoda said on Jul 22, 2006....

  oh, and I am a bit pissed off at Bush.

• Zayda said on Jul 22, 2006....

  Cricket: I cannot completely say that I understand what you are going through. (Is your Diabetes Type I or Type II, btw?). But part of me can understand. My mother suffers from Rheumatoid Arthritis and she has for as long as I can remember. She also has Type II diabetes as do two of her sisters, which makes me more prone to developing it, especially since I developed the type of diabetes you can get when you are pregnant (I cannot for the life of me think of the name of it!!!) but that goes away after the birth of your child. (This type of diabetes also makes you more susceptible to developing Type II diabetes later in life as well as makes the child susceptible to developing diabetes. I currently live with a man who can eat absolutely anything and not gain a pound. In fact, in the 8 years we have been married, I think he has gained a total of 2 pounds. (I hate him for his metabolism some days!!!). Meanwhile, I watch what I eat like a hawk. While I have not yet developed diabetes, the likelihood that I will is pretty high, so I have made the determination that I want to do what I can to stave off developing it. I know that my situation is different from yours, but I wanted you to know that I understand your frustration on some level.

• lidstrom82 said on Jul 22, 2006....

  Cricket - it's heartbreaking to hear how difficult your pain and affliction is for you. I'm going to tell my wife and we're going to pray that God will miraculously heal you. It could take years for a cure to be developed, researched, and instituted - so I encourage you to look to God, who is more than able and capable to work miracles. Some might say that chronic back pain, migraines, obesity, drug and alcohol addiction, cancer, even AIDs are things that someone is doomed to suffer from until they die, and yet ALL of them are things that God has healed in people. That is hope for you to pray for healing yourself. Keep in mind that sometimes we're healed miraculously, and sometimes the healing is gradual. Cricket, if healing does not immediately come after you and others have prayed, do what you can to make the most of where you're at. Challenge yourself to lighten your attitude so that you give hope to others who are also in pain, for example. Keep sharing your struggles with us so we can help here on the blog. That kind of thing. The point is, whether you're healed or not, the difference between bitterness and hopefulness in having diabetes makes all the difference in the world. You can do this, keep going, and keep us informed.

• silverwhisper said on Jul 22, 2006....

  cricket soda: that blows, man. i know folks who have diabetes. as zayda asked, is it type 1 or 2? i have a friend, a former coworker from a few jobs ago. his diabetes was bad enough that he got an insulin pump implanted and he is always careful to get exercise. as he put it, his doctor put the fear of god into him about the possible complications, like potential loss of extremities. ed

• hunter_boyce_chandler said on Jul 22, 2006....

  hang in there cricket... Just don't let yourself get isolated. When you feel like crap it's easy just to lie in bed and medicate. Dont fall for it. Cruise on with your ride, get your significant other and go somewhere away from the house. I think I read somewhere that you have a home business. Well take it outside. You have a lifestyle changing condition. If it has to be modified take charge of the modification. Cruise...

• cricketsoda said on Jul 22, 2006....

  Type 1 : have had it for nine years!

• supernovas said on Jul 22, 2006....

  i've just been announced with polycystics ovaries, so im mor vulnarable with type II diabetes and of course many more, such as 5 to 7 times changes of heart diseases -> strokes. and more prone to get breast and uterus cancer, and may have difficulties conceiving. i felt like your life might be mine someday.. but i guess we have to look up more on the brighter side of life, or this life would be jsut as good as a waste. In times like this, even scientist cant undestand my case, i can only pray.

• trhixon said on Aug 10, 2006....

  My son has type 1 and has had for 9 years. He is 12. Try for an insulin pump and get a good endocrinologist that has a clue about basal rates. He feels good most of the time and is rarely restricted with diet. Give it a thought

• ctserendipity said on Feb 01, 2008....

  Cricketsoda whenever you get frustrated and feel as if you are the only one going through this pain just know I'm going through it also.  I haven't had this dilemma nearly as long as you but I already share your pain.  I was diagnosed this past year when I was admitted into the hospital with a blood sugar of 1100.  I didn't understand how this could happen when I eat healthy and exercise daily.  It has been really frustrating staying on track with school on the days that I just want to stay in bed.  I am in my senior of college so I just keep telling myself I have almost made it.  It is annoying I will admit to go out to eat with friends and have them all glare at you in amazement as you inject yourself.  

• diabetictron said on Jul 23, 2008....

  Hi Cricket, i agree diabetes blows, i've had type 1 since age nine, im 24 now and I just wanna say fuck it all sometimes, it helps to hear you are going through the same feelings.   I started a blog about trying to get it back on track, cuz ive been in diabetic pandemonium for the last 10 years or so and id like to survive, check it out here: http://thediabetictron.blogspot.com/
  
  
   

• javadewd said on Feb 22, 2009....

  What's this stuff?? Glucotor v.2 fenugreek 54% drop in urinary glucose gymnema sylvestre Regenerates pancreas cells (more insulin) konjac mannan 52% drop in fasting blood sugar levels nopal cactus 10-20% drop in blood sugar levels banaba leaf extract 30% drop, regulates glucose fluctuations bitter melon Cinnulin PF (cinnamon extract) I used to be hyperglycemic, but thanks to my beloved sending me to the witch doctor, they both swear that I'm diabetic. I've had to stick myself daily (if not more) for the past month and I hate it. I work myself into a lather (high anxiety) every time I have to press that damn pig sticker to my flesh and the damn meter never seems to get enough blood, so I have to do it over and over again!! I think I'm going to tell the doctor tomorrow to cram it up her butt. I'm tired of this. I wasn't feeling bad at all prior to going into this witch doctor, but now that I'm on this stupid restricted diet (one minute the wife says I can't have something, then she eats it and gains 10lbs, then the next minute she says I can eat anything I want as long as it's a small portion -- what's the point!?) I can't feel my tongue! I have enough aspartame in my system from drinking gallons of diet soda to kill a cage full of rodents. When I do get caffeine, the withdrawal is simply pure hell. I even have homicidal tendencies! This doesn't sound normal from what I've been reading about diabetes.

• MaryC said on Mar 07, 2009....

  Hi Cricket, I feel like we're living the same so called life. I have a grandchild who lives with me and depends on me for her daily needs. I'm sure you understand that it feels almost impossible to even function some days, But I struggle to do what I can for her sake. I pray everyday for some type of help but that day has yet to come. Take care of yourself as best you can for now. Mary

• anonymous said on May 19, 2009....

  cricket: im 13 years old and I have type 1 diabetes also. i have had diabetes since i was 8. It does suck...but it will get better...you will get used to the shots, you will get used to the pain. Things happen for a reason..and God obviously thinks your tough enough to handle this horrible disease. Defiantly try looking into the pump :) its amazing...wen i was about 10 i got it and it is a life savior! :) ive had it for about 3-4 years. being a teen and having this horrid disease is hard but you will make it :) just have hope.

• anonymous said on Jul 19, 2009....

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• joetheyak said on Jul 22, 2009....

  Im diabetic and my hba1c (average blood-sugar) has ranged from 5-7 and i go out every friday and get fucked out my head. just cos your diabetic doesnt meen you have to be a little siss shit about it . Its not the illness dragging you down its your attitude

• anonymous said on Jul 29, 2009....

  dude (or dudette) hang in there. F diabetes is right, but take control, you will own it and F diabetes right up the a--. There are so many people who feel the way you do. My son has it. He is 6. My wife is losing years off her life. This f---ing blows. She (we) fight it and try to kick its a--. somedays it kicks ours ,but the bell keeps ringing and she( sometimes we) keep going round for round. And one we there will be a god damn fucking tko my friend. And when there is we will all scream hallelujah. I know how you feel. I am not t1, but my son is. I wish I were t1 in his place. Life would be easier. I would worry about me, not him, nor my wife. Test, treat, control, modify, etc. You are in control to a certain extent. And as for god....when you have diabetes or know someone personally with a chronic illness, your love and belief in god goes out the window. But trust yourself, and hopefully those around you. They are your faith. you are the rock, so are they, and together you wil beat the shit out of diabetes. Good luck and stay well. Post again please to let us know how you are doing. Please.

• prettypoet43 said on Aug 11, 2009....

  This has been so good for me to read. I hate diabetes. It has ruined my life. I have type 11. The medicine renders me incontinent, my kids say I stink and avoid me, my feet look like lizards. But, the doctors are happy, because my A1C is six. They have NO IDEA how I suffer daily. Folks, it is not about a bad attitude. Diabetes is a living hell. It affects every freaking cell of your body and is like trying to run a diesel car on regular fuel. You are always "in the shop." And, every once in a while, you have a "good fuel" day~~ and you don't sputter. I am divorced with two teenagers, a huge house, a job, and a full-time illness to manage. More often than not I wish I were just dead. I was actually envious of Michael Jackson when he died. It is good to know that I am not alone in my feelings. People around me say, "Oh, I know people with diabetes, and they are just great! What's the matter with you?" Well, the likelihood is that those people do not discuss what it is really like to live with diabetes. The meanness has been shocking. I was only diagnosed 6 months ago, and I am still reeling. Human compassion would be such a blessing at this point. My life is illness and work, and work and illness. How can I date now? If after I eat, I have to run instantly to the bathroom often many times in a row and then smell afterwards? Believe it or not, I am very, very pretty. I've worked so hard over the years to keep my looks, my grooming, my style-- everything. But, it is all for naught. This disease has eaten my life.

• funlol said on Sep 14, 2009....

  I don't mean to complain, it is just frustrating to have to live this way sometimes. I know I could have it much worse, but I needed to vent, and what better place than here.
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• toleda said on Nov 05, 2009....

  I hate Diabetes. So much pain. Lost my Job, Marriagewill lose house soon. So I'll be on the street with type 1.5 LADA diabetes. Wow, what the fucking looser I am right now. Before this LADA 1.5 Diabete i was doing great. I have no relatives. What the fucking mess I am right now. Shit, shit, shit. I want to run from this disease as far as I can..............Cannot run from it, cannot.

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