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Cortisone shots
Started this discussion. Last reply by bcsurvivor2006 Nov 29, 2011. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone else been adversely affected by a cortisone shot? I had a shot in my spine (for large herniated disc) on Nov. 11 and my blood sugar is still out of whack. Not used to this. I'm very…Continue
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Sweet Lady replied to Lizzy's Mom's discussion 'When People Tell You About the "Latest Cure" For Type 1 . . .'Sweet Lady commented on AngelaC's blog post 'Thankful for...'"This is a great post, Angela! You sound like a very positive person. Is it possible for you to post the recipe for the crustless pumpkin pie? It sounds great! Thanks and Happy Thanksgiving!"
Sweet Lady commented on Shayla's blog post 'Things looking up'"I used to notice that, too, when I was a young diabetic. The majority of diabetics are T2. Old age is the great equalizer when you are diabetic. :-)"
Sweet Lady replied to cassidy smith's discussion 'Please help me out! it takes 2 seconds! im a type 1, doing a homework assignment that involves statistics.'"Current A1C is 5.7 and I've had Type 1 for 46 years."
Sweet Lady commented on Donald H. Jones's blog post 'The Evolution Of The Diabetic Industry'"I enjoyed this story and agree with you about the medical industry. Unfortunately, when medical care is driven by economics, cures get left out of the picture. Like you, Steve R., I was diagnosed in 1966 and only later learned that my life would be…"
Sweet Lady replied to Unknown Diabetic's discussion 'High BG?'"Fast food is so terrible for carb counting. Lots of fat and large-size servings. I usually get a Jr. Roast Beef which has a smaller bun. It's those wonderfully wicked curly fries that send up my glucose... I limit those to 3-4 times a year just…"
Sweet Lady commented on Erin's blog post 'Oh all the years!'"Congratulations on your little one! You will do just fine. Just keep believing!"
Sweet Lady replied to sarah's discussion 'Best tasting glucose tabs'"I hate glucose tablets and only use them if desperate. I buy tiny boxes of raisins. They are perfect for bringing up a low, good for you, and not so tasty that you over-do."
Sweet Lady replied to otter's discussion 'Extended High BG - no explaination'"So sorry you're having this problem. I'm sure it will pass. You're right not to over-do with insulin because that can hurt you permanently. I'd give it another day or 2 and then call your doctor if you're still having high…"
Sweet Lady commented on Captain Glucose and Meter Boy's video
"Diabetes is..." A spoken word video poem
"Wow...tears in my eyes. So true! My whole life right there."
Sweet Lady replied to MyBustedPancreas's discussion 'Switching Between Pump Brands'"I felt the same as you with my first minimed pump. After 4 years when the insurance allowed it, I switched to Cosmo (no longer being manufactured). It was pretty bad and also not waterproof. The truth is, no pump is waterproof especially if it…"
Profile Information
- The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
- How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
- Education and support
- Date diagnosed
- January 12, 1966
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 6.2
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Medtronic
- Tell us more about you (optional)
- I'm in pretty good shape after all these years!
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Success in lowering HbA1c
Posted on July 9, 2012 at 12:48pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
So excited to share with everyone the news! Just returned from my doctor with a HbA1c of 5.7 for the first time in years! Been working hard to get it below 6. It's usually 6.2 to 6.8. Tiny meals and snacks eaten every few hours sure did help. Limited starch and meats, sticking to veggies and fiber. Lost over 20 pounds since last September. Hello new clothes! The only bad news--increased tingling in my arms and hands. Oh well, at least it's not painful yet.
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- At 7:08pm on March 1, 2012,
Kathy said… Wow sister - 1966? Yeah that's a LONG time. I'm glad you're in good shape. 1974 for me.
Thanks so much for the nice comment on my post and for sharing my joy. I'm still going well, fingers crossed.
TD is simply a wonderful place, with something for everybody. Glad you found us!
- At 4:30pm on November 16, 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 7:09pm on November 15, 2011,
Linda G said… Thank you....I'm delighted to be a friend ♥
- At 4:47pm on November 15, 2011, Linda G said…
Welcome home Sweet Lady.....
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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http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 2:50pm on November 15, 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 12:11pm on November 15, 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
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