Parrothead Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 And the lot of you are my support group so... It is not officially official, but it looks like I have diabetes 1.5 or LADA. I was not expecting this. I have no symptoms such as excessive thirst or urination or blurry vision. Really no symptoms at all. I don't even know what to think at this point. I'm afraid to eat any thing. I have another fasting draw later this week then I'll have the test for the antibodies. I'm holding it together in front of dd and dh. I'm not sure how. If you are the praying type I think I could use some prayer. I know people live with this every day. So at some point it will become my new normal. I just never thought it would be my normal. If anyone has any links or helpful suggestions I'd be happy to see them. Pax, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Lulu* Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 No words of wisdom here, but lots of (((hugs))). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 (((hugs))) I will pray for you, Chucki. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Bummer. :( ((hugs)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 A diabetes educator has been a godsend for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myeightkiddies Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 I'm glad you came on to post. I'll definitely be praying! :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: I'm sure it's a big shock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Lots of hugs. Thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Ugh! I have no suggestions, but I know several ladies here have experience with diabetes. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiguirre Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GailV Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Gosh, I'm sorry. You've already received excellent advice, so I'll just offer hugs and reassurance. Diabetes can be well-managed, but that's a conversation that can be saved until after the shock of diagnosis has worn off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara in Colo Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 You will be fine. You can manage this. You ARE strong enough. I have faith in you. I am so glad you came "home" to tell us. We, of course, will be here to support, advise, and cry with you. Lara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted July 10, 2013 Author Share Posted July 10, 2013 Thanks everyone. Lara, you made me cry. Thanks for the words of encouragement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :( All the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilaclady Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Lots of hugs for you. Take it one day at a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara in Colo Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Lara, you made me cry. /quote] My pleasure :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa in SC Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 I'm sure it was a huge shock. :( You're in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Tons of hugs and prayers coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Thinking of you! I was going to say my dad had to go back for additional testing and was then told he did NOT have diabetes, so that is a possibility too. (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocolate Rose Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 So sorry you have to deal with this. I was diagnosed a little over a year ago and have spent a lot of time researching online. You can do this! I've found that LCHF is the best woe for me. There's tons of info out there. Once you get over the shock and the fear of eating anything (I had the same issues) and everything that goes with it, you'll figure it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 You are so capable, persistent, and thorough. It will serve you well in your healing and wellness. Yes, you need to get through the early, scary, "shock" weeks or months.Surround yourself here and in person life with supportive, loving, encouraging people. :::::::healing and wellness thoughts::::::::::: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaOfalotta Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Praying for you :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violet Crown Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Hugs and my next rosary for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8circles Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 You'll be just fine. There are plenty of resources to help you and you will have lots of support. It's scary, but really, you will be fine. I promise. (((Hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbeym Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 hugs and prayers to you. Diabetes is easy to manage once you get used to it. My mom was diagnosed a year ago last week and she's looking better than ever these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whereneverever Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMCassandra Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Mom of a Type 1 for four years, here: Give yourself time. Don't create big scenarios until you know for sure. Then give yourself some more time. If you do have one of these conditions, eating will be a big job for a while. It will consume a lot of your time. But that is temporary. When we started this journey, we wrote up common meals that we normally eat, and one at a time, figured out the carbs. This gave us a cheatsheet that helped a lot. Just like everything else, over time you get better at figuring things out. Now both my DD and I can glance at something and make a darned good guess at the carb count. Mostly you need to give yourself permission to grieve, to adjust, and to have to learn something new. And, give yourself lots of time (are you sensing a theme here, LOL?). Eventually, you will get used to the new normal. And they are making breakthroughs in diabetes left and right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingedradical Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 I will be praying for you. Interesting that I should read this because I had a test last week that showed a very high glucose level. I am being tested again tomorrow. I have lupus & Hashimotos, both autoimmune diseases) but I'm also older and somewhat overweight so it could be LADA or type 2. Or it may be a lab error, which is what I am hoping for. (-: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 ((((Chuckie)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Brave and strong, you can do it! :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Praying for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: PRAYERS for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jewellsmommy Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 :grouphug: praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom in High Heels Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 How awful. It's not a death sentence though. You can stay healthy and strong. Many people live with it everyday and you can do it too. You also have the added benefit of WTM forums. :) Stay strong and keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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