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Information in the Differences and Similarities in T1 and T2 Diabetes
Started this discussion. Last reply by MyBustedPancreas Sep 7, 2012. 16 Replies 0 Likes
Hello everyone, I am in college and I am writing an essay for my communications class and I have chosen to write about the differences and similarities of T1 and T2 diabetes. I would like to find…Continue
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jrtpup left a comment for Laura"Pssst.... pass it on!
I just wanted to stop by to see if you've done your Big Blue Test Today. Dont' forget that every time you log a Big Blue Test $5 is donated to diabetes charities that are providing life-saving supplies and…"
Linda G left a comment for Laura"Hey Laura...you were inquiring about the meaning of GDM. It means Gestational Diabetes Mellitus :)"
Linda G left a comment for Laura"Hi Laura :) I've noticed quite a few here diagnosed on or about Christmas!!! What's with that?? I'm a lover of history....so am rather drawn to (but not limited to) historical fiction. My fav author is pretty much Diana Gabaldon. I…"
Doris D replied to Laura's discussion 'Information in the Differences and Similarities in T1 and T2 Diabetes'"Good point there! I can only speak from a Type 1 prespestive but it runs in both sides of my familty and my daughter is aa Type 1 herself. If u need anything for ur paper just ask me. I've been a Type 1 for 39 years now. My daughter is 24 years…"
Laura left a comment for Linda G"Hello Linda, Thank you for the warm welcome to the community. I love to read and cook as well. What types of books do you read? My most favorite author is Danielle Steel. I have all of her books expect her newest ones. I collect them all. I also…"
still_young_at_heart replied to Laura's discussion 'Information in the Differences and Similarities in T1 and T2 Diabetes'"One difference between T1 and a T2 who isn't on insulin is that a T1 gets immediate feedback all the time which is the positive side of the all consuming nature that MBP described so well. If I make a mistake, I know it within a couple of hours…"
"and on the other sad side of the coin it may very well be that " the older age types " have no desire to be more pro active ""
Zoe replied to Laura's discussion 'Information in the Differences and Similarities in T1 and T2 Diabetes'"One observation I want to make is that Type 2's are presented with such a disservice by the medical profession that tells them they don't need to test more than a couple times a day. While that's not a good thing even on diet and…"
Stemwinder replied to Laura's discussion 'Information in the Differences and Similarities in T1 and T2 Diabetes'"I'm an insulin dependant T2 and now a days my treatment is more like that of a T1 than the average T2. It took me 20 years to get to a full insulin regime. During that time I have been on diet and exercise, then an oral med was added, then…"
Linda G left a comment for Laura"Hello! Thank you for having me as a friend Laura! Bath....a bit of a distance, but it feels like you're right here! That's one of the appealing factors of tu.diabetes. I'm in Canada...in the southwestern part of the province of…"
Brian (bsc) replied to Laura's discussion 'Information in the Differences and Similarities in T1 and T2 Diabetes'"T1 and T2 are the same, but different. Autoimmune T1 is a narrow condition, you basically are insulin deficient. But T2 is a complex condition with a great deal of variation. The respect researcher Ralph DeFronzo suggests that there are eight…"
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- Hi! My name is Laura! I am a mother of three wonderful boys. I was diagnosed with T2 diabetes in 2011. As it stands now I am on oral medication at this time. I am a loving, caring, and happy person. I do not let drama get me down or feed into other peoples high school drama. If you would like to learn more about me please feel free to ask. I am glad that I found TuDiabetes.org for two reasons. The first reason is that I am not alone in my disease and there are others out there like me that struggle with the same disease. My second reason is I am writing an essay on the Differences and Similarities on T1 and T2 diabetes. I will find this community very helpful and enjoy meeting and making new friends from all over the world.
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- At 6:44am on November 17, 2012, Doris D said…
hey TuD is doing it's yearly fundraising to keep this site here for us and others please give as little as a dollar to keep it here! it's a great place for all us d's to meet and talk they need to pay their light bills and such to keep them here with us! Please take time to give a little for the future diabetics of the world
- At 8:46pm on October 23, 2012, jrtpup said…
Pssst.... pass it on!
I just wanted to stop by to see if you've done your Big Blue Test Today. Dont' forget that every time you log a Big Blue Test $5 is donated to diabetes charities that are providing life-saving supplies and services.
If you haven't yet, go log a Big Blue Test at http://www.bigbluetest.org/. If you have, do another!
- At 9:41pm on September 9, 2012, Linda G said…
Hey Laura...you were inquiring about the meaning of GDM.
It means Gestational Diabetes Mellitus :)
- At 10:23am on September 8, 2012, Linda G said…
Hi Laura :)
I've noticed quite a few here diagnosed on or about Christmas!!! What's with that??
I'm a lover of history....so am rather drawn to (but not limited to) historical fiction. My fav author is pretty much Diana Gabaldon. I also like Philippa Gregory, Wally Lamb, Lolly Winston, Frank McCourt....and the list goes on! We have a few antique and second hand book stores here, and will frequently find some real gems. But I'm not only an avid reader...I'm a self confessed bibliophile!
In reading your comment about similarities between type 1 and type 2, I I remember reading in a couple of places that one can be both types....type 1 with insulin resistance!!!
My husband and I are both type 2....I have a strong diabetes red thread running through my family quilt. Mostly type 2....but with some type 1 for added flair ;)
- At 8:02am on September 7, 2012, Doris D said…
thank u Laura now to check out ur post...................
- At 4:33pm on September 6, 2012, Linda G said…
Hello! Thank you for having me as a friend Laura!
Bath....a bit of a distance, but it feels like you're right here! That's one of the appealing factors of tu.diabetes. I'm in Canada...in the southwestern part of the province of Ontario...a city named Kitchener-Waterloo (2 cities joined together). I'm a wife of 33 years (hubby is also diabetic), mom to two grown children (one 28, the other 26), a grandma to 3 lovable little boys, a teacher, and before that an illustrator (still do some) and graphic designer....I speak French fluently, I read, history fascinates me, I paint, sing, walk, garden, ski, ride my bike....did I mention "read"? I love having friends over, I bake/cook, am an eclectic music lover, an animal lover...the ocean...ah the ocean...it speaks to me! Oh...and I have diabetes (and a few other things).
Nice to have you as a friend!!! Tell me a bit about yourself!
Keep in touch, ok?
hugs....linda
- At 9:47am on September 6, 2012, Doris D said…
WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyway we can help just ask us! Come join us on our live chat on the bottem of our homepage. Here's a link to help u on ur way http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes.
- At 1:34am on September 6, 2012,
brokenpole said… - Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of what you will learn is that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and vent to, if needed.
- At 5:35pm on September 5, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Laura....fellow type 2!
Not quite a year since your diagnosis; still recent! How's it all going?
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take a look at the group..."Type 2 Diabetics".
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AND....groups for folks with more than diabetes to contend with,
such as..."Diabetes Plus".
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 12:55pm on September 5, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
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