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Santiago Jimenez
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hispanos diabeticos o no…
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Santiago Jimenez's Discussions
Callouses
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I've noticed some thick callouses on my feet, specially on the heels and below the big toe, also it's thick on the sides of my feet. I was diagnosed 18 months ago and usually have good control (last…
Started this discussion. Last reply by Keith A. Johnson Mar 1.
Dizzines
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I have been experiencing a strange symptom the last couple of months, I tend to get really dizzy about an hour after Apidra, almost like fading. I check the levels (in case is a low) but they are us…
Started this discussion. Last reply by Gerri Jan 28.
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I am not sure how I did it and your's was great!!!
Thanks everyone .. I guess the best thing would be to go the foot dr. once in a while ... great advices .. and Keith, I´m gonna start banning people with lower ACs than mine ... lol .... great job and gracias to all.
Olaf.
You mention cracked skin can invite bacterial infection. It can also be a pathway for human papillomavirus, which causes warts. Plantar warts are not pleasant, especially when you do not heal well. Good luck to you.
Santiago:
You are bringing up an extremely important issue and I have often wondered why there is so little attention to footcare for diabetics. I had to have two toes amputated before I got smart enough to realize that footcare is just as important…
Before I had problems at the back of my heels...They felt hard and when thickens it cracks! My doctor advised me a cream called E-45. Its hypoallergenic, scentless and so far worked wonders for me. I also tried fitting socks...it cushions my feet be…
My heels are calloused, too. Diabetics have dry skin on our feet, especially on the heels.
Like Keith, I use a pumice stone stone after showering. At night, I use oil & found it works better than lotions. The best oil I've found is emu oil. It's su…
I also have new callouses since being dx'ed. I use a pumice stone in the shower when they are soft and some cream with urea. The foot Dr. told me it was OK to use the pumice stone because I have really good blood circulation and feeling in my feet.…
I've noticed some thick callouses on my feet, specially on the heels and below the big toe, also it's thick on the sides of my feet. I was diagnosed 18 months ago and usually have good control (last AC1, 6.0) I also walk a lot (but sometimes my shoe…
A group for entrepreneurs who live with diabetes. Budding entrepreneurs, start-ups, or just curious to explore your business ideas and ventures.
Congrats on the good news! Wishes that your other tests come back fine.
Spoke with my mother-in-law about her vertigo problem that I mentioned yesterday. Yes, her vertigo was caused by a low grade ear infection. This after they did every test avail…
So, I went to the doctor this morning. Nothing conclusive yet. I had FIVE vials of blood drawn, and she's checking everything from thyroid function to Lyme disease.
Good news: my EKG was normal (thank God), my BP was good, and my BG was fantastic.…
Had my flu shot, didn't get much choice, the doc said i needed it and really didn't think much about it....
Hi...
I am taking levemir in the morning.....I have had bouts of severe anemia. My doctor is having my hemoglobin checked again. Are you anemic???
no flu shots for me, but I do have chronic sinus infections and sinus issues, but I am mostly dizzy due to my bloodsugar fluctuations. Anything below 100 and I start feeling wierd. I have a small window of bgs control where I feel okay.
Profile Information
- Hometown (where you come from):
- Cali
- Do you have diabetes?
- Yes
- I have:
- Type 1
- Date diagnosed
- September 28, 2009
- Most recent A1C (Blood Glucose Average) Value
- 6.3
- What glucose meter do you use?
- Optium Exceed
- Type of treatment you use
- Shots
- What is the address for your Facebook profile, if any?
- http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=597926711&ref=profile
- What is the address for your MySpace page, if any?
- http://www.myspace.com/santiagojimenezmusica
- What is the address for your Twitter profile or other web site, if any?
- http://twitter.com/santiajimenez
- What do you expect from TuDiabetes?
- Info and socializing
- How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
- Internet
- What do you do for a living?
- Music Producer
I was diagnosed 1 year ago while on the happiest, freest time in my life. I was accomplishing my life dream, being a successful music producer with my own company, great business partners, great friends, amazing relationships. Just on top of the wave.
I was having so much fun that Diabetes didn't bothered me at all, I just said to the docs "ok, so I need to inject myself, how do I do it ? Oh this is easy" Well, after a while (about a year) it hit me that Diabetes is not so easy. Even though I have really good control, ACs about 6.2, some days are just plain bad and I definitively don't feel good at all.
But I have to say that Diabetes showed me a beautiful side of life. The side that makes us aware of how incredible fragile human bodies and minds are, how there are others that go through tremendous suffering (think of all diabetics that never felt the relief of an insulin shot, now I give thanks every time I inject myself).
This experience has led me to a tremendous respect and appreciation for all life. For a sun set, for a cool breeze, for music, for seeing the smile on a stranger's face, for my friends, for my parents, for being able to cry. I have to say that Diabetes has made my life much much much much more deep and I wouldn't want to go through it being blind to that, with my heart closed up.
In short, Diabetes woke me up. And I hope it can do the same for all my fellow Ds.
Love,
Santiago
I was having so much fun that Diabetes didn't bothered me at all, I just said to the docs "ok, so I need to inject myself, how do I do it ? Oh this is easy" Well, after a while (about a year) it hit me that Diabetes is not so easy. Even though I have really good control, ACs about 6.2, some days are just plain bad and I definitively don't feel good at all.
But I have to say that Diabetes showed me a beautiful side of life. The side that makes us aware of how incredible fragile human bodies and minds are, how there are others that go through tremendous suffering (think of all diabetics that never felt the relief of an insulin shot, now I give thanks every time I inject myself).
This experience has led me to a tremendous respect and appreciation for all life. For a sun set, for a cool breeze, for music, for seeing the smile on a stranger's face, for my friends, for my parents, for being able to cry. I have to say that Diabetes has made my life much much much much more deep and I wouldn't want to go through it being blind to that, with my heart closed up.
In short, Diabetes woke me up. And I hope it can do the same for all my fellow Ds.
Love,
Santiago
Comment Wall (17 comments)
- At 8:03pm on January 12, 2010,
Lois said… - Santiago:
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Hope you are having (or have had) a wonderful birthday along with a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.
Lois La Rose
Milwaukee, WI
USA
- At 2:12pm on January 12, 2010,
Marie B said… - Happy Birthday, Santi!
- At 1:09pm on January 12, 2010,
Manny Hernandez said… - Happy birthday, man!!
- At 6:30pm on December 31, 2009,
Erin Ball said… - Well avacado has 28 carbs
California: 48 carbs.
For each roll.
Wow that's a lot for that tiny roll
but u does have lotta rice. Lol
but there are a ton more options at
www.sushifaq/sushicalories.htm
it has the calories but but you probably don't
need that.
But it does have the carbs fiber and fat.
Lol.
Good luck!!!
- At 4:36am on November 29, 2009,
Holger Schmeken said… - Willkommen Santiago. Thank you for your great attitude towards D. Believe me, you are still on top of the wave...
- At 8:16pm on November 28, 2009,
Lisa La Nasa said… - I was at the show tonight in Montevideo- excellent!! Great energy in the crowd, even though it was a "dry" night (election day tomorrow). We didn't know this until we showed up. Sorry we didn't get a chance to talk. The show motivated me to take up salsa lessons again. It's been too many years. This midwestern girl needs some rhythm! Thanks!
- At 8:33pm on November 11, 2009,
Manny Hernandez said…
- SANTIAGO (asi se llama mi hijo tambien):
Aprovecho para invitarte a que te unas tambien a EsTuDiabetes.com, nuestra comunidad hermana en espannol.
Un abrazo, hermano!
- At 7:27pm on November 2, 2009,
Varena Ngai said… - Hi Santiago, thanks for reminding me what I should be grateful for. I am really grateful that I can still afford medical care for my D. I like what you say about being compassionate to ourselves and others. You sound very Buddhistic.
- At 3:39pm on November 2, 2009,
Lisa La Nasa said…
- Hey Santiago- I read that you're going to be in Montevideo soon. It's a small world when you have common interests like D- and so many people on one site. I've been living in MVD for 9 months now. It's a little sleepy in comparison to BsAs, but it's a nice little place. I'd love to know where you're playing and when. Thx.
- At 3:13pm on November 2, 2009,
Danny said… - Santiago! Thank you do much for joining "Traveling the World with Diabetes." I look forward to seeing/hearing about your travels.
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