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Started this discussion. Last reply by Stemwinder Dec 19, 2011. 20 Replies 1 Like
Hi my name is Laura Ann but my friends call me Ann. I'm 37 years old and live in Lenoir North Carolina. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes almost 5 years ago. I first knew there was a problem back…Continue
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Ann commented on Natalie ._c-'s group 'Type 2'"Christalyn I have NO idea. Why? Because I have bipolar so cycling through depression is a given for me. I do know that when my BS is out of control it can play with my moods though. No sientific facts but maybe it has something to do with blood…"
Ann commented on David K's group 'HOW DID YOU KNOW YOU HAD DIABETES'"I kind of knew about it for awhile but ignored it. In 1994 I was in college and was on the crew team. I was exercising 4hrs a day and dropping weight fast. During this time my toes went numb. I worried about it a while and finally went to the…"
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HOW DID YOU KNOW YOU HAD DIABETES
For people who want to share how they were diagnosed. Did they have symptoms or just discovered it by accident.
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Ann replied to notsure's discussion 'Confused and Discouraged' in the group Type 2"Could be anything. Being sick can make it spike, added stress, pain from an injury, other medications, or your diabetes might be advancing.
When I was first diagnosed Metforin was enough. A year later even with diet and exercise it got worse so they…"
Ann replied to Anita Logan's discussion 'Does your mental health effect your blood sugar?' in the group Diabetics with mental illness"My bipolar totally screws with my diabetes and vise versa. When I'm depressed I eat more, mostly carbs and simple sugars. When I'm manic I skip meals because I forget to eat. Also when manic I don't sleep which makes my sugars go thru…"
Ann posted a status"Yes I found a new doctor that refered me to an Endo. The endo is pig headed and alot like my old GP. I'm back on Byetta that I can't afford."
Ann commented on jan rohrbough's group 'Diabetics with mental illness'"Hi OBX OMA, I'm Ann and also Bipolar since 2009 and diabetic since 2005. Watch your sugar on bipolar meds. Alot of them raise your blood sugar like Saphris."
Stemwinder replied to Ann's discussion 'My Story'"Hi Laura I just revisited this thread today and I'm so glad to see that you have found a new GP that listens and understands. I don't want to infulence any decision that might be in your future about insulin, this is a decision for you and…"
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- I'm 37yrs old and have type 2 along with Bipolar, Fibromyalgia, and a few other things. I'm falling apart at the seems.
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- At 5:57am on December 11, 2011,
Donna H said… Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 12:08pm on December 8, 2011,
catlover said… Hi Ann- Welcome to TuD. We hope you like it here.
- At 7:28pm on December 7, 2011,
Linda G said… 
Welcome home Laura Ann....
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.
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 12:43pm on December 7, 2011,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO ONE OF THE GREATEST FAMILIES YOU WILL EVER MEET MY FRIEND!!!! WE'RE GLAD YOU JOINED US!!!!!!!!!! Please introduce yourself on our forum. Questions??? Just ask one of us or post it on our forum and you will get many answers there.
Here's a link to help our new member's get to know us better: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 8:51am on December 7, 2011,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn 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 even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 8:06am on December 7, 2011,
Marie B said… hi Laura Ann, welcome to the community!
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