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Hi Patrick-i was diagnosed with T1 last summer. My Nurse told be not to inject during the day if i was heading up the mountain. When i board indoors i don't inject at night. My sign for being low is that my hand and fingers start to shake and then...
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At 5:54am on October 15, 2007, Mandy said…
Hey Ryan.
Your brutal honesty reminds me of me in alot of ways. I hope you find the support you need, just like I have. You are definately not alone.
At 8:36am on October 14, 2007, Joe said…
hey Ryan - I am in construction (sort of) too - I had a tough time for about half of my D career. been 30 years 'with. hang in there
At 4:55pm on October 13, 2007, Amylia Grace said…
Ryan, thank youo for the thoughtful reply/response on my page. That really means a lot to me, and I appreciate it very much.

I hope you're having a wonderful weekend, whatever that would be for you. Take care and keep in touch. I just woke up and my BG is 124, so that's good for me. A good way to start the day. :)
At 7:10am on October 13, 2007, Daena said…
oh. that's interesting! yeah i guess we can. That makes you a year older than me. interesting.
At 6:07am on October 13, 2007, Doris Ann Dickerson said…
Welcome to our growing family Ryan!!! That's what we're here for! We will help in anyway we can! I have had d since 73 I don't know what you need help in but maybe I can! My oldest daughter is also a Type 1 so been through that one too. She now had a 1 yearold TODAY!! and is gonna have another in March!!!
At 11:44am on October 12, 2007, BentleyG said…
Howdy Ryan,
Welcome to the "family". You said you needed help...what can we do for you?
At 11:29am on October 12, 2007, Ryan Ducharme said…
today i a good day
At 10:18am on October 12, 2007, Daena said…
Hi Ryan, welcome to tudiabetes :) Hang in there! Diabetes may kick our butts at times but we all know how it feels. You'll definitely find support here. Lots of it. BTW, you were diagnosed on my birthday! Take care and feel free to ask anyone here for help.
At 6:35am on October 12, 2007, CALpumper said…
Hi Ryan. Welcome! First, hang in there. Second, use this site to vent, vent, vent!! We all struggle with this disease. And we are all here to help, as much as we can. Thanks for joining East Diabetes! ;-)
At 6:28am on October 12, 2007, Chris Bishop said…
Hi Ryan,

Welcome to the family. Sorry to hear you are having a tough time dealing with this. A lot of people are in the same boat as you. Addressing your issues and trying to correct it is a great step. This is a great support group and we are all here to help. So make sure to ask questions and share your experiences.

Just remember, you are not alone and this is something that is very manageable.

Take care buddy and let me know if you need anything.

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Hometown (where you come from):
Spencer, Ma
Type of diabetes
Type 1
Date diagnosed
August 14, 2002
Most recent A1C (Blood Glucose Average) Value
9
Type of treatment you use
Shots, Diet and Exercise
What is the address for your Twitter profile or other web site, if any?
http://none
How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
looking for much needed help please help
Who referred you? (if anyone)
N/A
What do you do for a living?
masonry

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in my head i'm very confused. i felt being diagnosed with this was a punishment. i know it's not. i could have it much worse. i've now had diabetes type 1 for 5 years. i have sooooooooo much trouble with it. severe depression be the worst thing to trouble me. being unhealthy. knowing what will happen to me when i don't take care of myself. and i guess i feel i'm alone. but i'm not and i know it. i struggle to take care of myself. after i was diagnosed i was scared confused and angry. still am. m… Continue

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