"I have heard several ignorant comments over my 21 years with type 1. I recently had an ortho doctor tell me he wanted to prescribe me a prescription for steroids for a hip injury. When I explained to him that I had type 1 and that probably would not…"
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TXNURS replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'TXNURS replied to kittywitty's discussion 'New Here and General and LADA Questions'"Good to know you are following up with an Endo. For a diagnosis of type II diabetes according to the ADA, includes fasting plasma glucose above 126 mg/dl or symptoms (such as polyuria, polydipsia, unexplained weight loss) and
a casual plasma…"
brokenpole left a comment for TXNURS"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…"
Linda G left a comment for TXNURS"We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home TXNURS!! 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.…"
Stemwinder left a comment for TXNURS"Welcome TXNURS, There is so much information here at TuDiabetes. There are groups for people with like circumstances or interest. Blog posts where members convey their thoughts and experiences. And there are the forums where we come together for…"
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- 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?
- learn from others experiences
- Date diagnosed
- September 2, 1992
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Medtronic Mini Paradigm
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- At 2:13am on February 26, 2013, 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 8:53pm on February 25, 2013, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home TXNURS!!
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,
click on "all groups". 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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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 :)
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 4:45pm on February 25, 2013, Stemwinder said…
Welcome TXNURS, There is so much information here at TuDiabetes. There are groups for people with like circumstances or interest. Blog posts where members convey their thoughts and experiences. And there are the forums where we come together for discussions..
Here’s a place that might interest you. http://www.tudiabetes.org/group/minimedparadigmusers
Please feel at home, you are with friends
- At 11:41am on February 25, 2013,
catlover said… Hi TXNURS- Welcome to TuD. We are glad you joined the community and we hope you like it here.
- At 6:22am on February 25, 2013,
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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