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recently diagnosed and have some questions

Started this discussion. Last reply by Leo2 Feb 10. 3 Replies

i am 23 years oldI have been diagnosed 2 months and half ago.does taking dexasone tablets(contains cortisone)a reason for developing diabetes ?I took it a year ago before developing diabetes (i…Continue

 

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Gerri replied to dexterawy's discussion 'recently diagnosed and have some questions'
"Steroids increase blood glucose. Yes, you need to take low insulin doses. Great you're testing frequently. Non-diabetic BG is in the 80's. While people without diabetes have BG increases, they quickly go down. The generally accepted info…"
Feb 8
Cinderfella replied to dexterawy's discussion 'recently diagnosed and have some questions'
"I would keep taking the low dose of insulin. Your numbers after eating are a little high for a non-diabetic person so I think you need a little insulin to help you get past meals. You'll know when you need more insulin because your nimbers will…"
Feb 8
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recently diagnosed and have some questions

i am 23 years oldI have been diagnosed 2 months and half ago.does taking dexasone tablets(contains cortisone)a reason for developing diabetes ?I took it a year ago before developing diabetes (i continued taking it for a month)******my doctor told me i am in the honeymoon two months after diagnosed.i was taking insulin mixtard 30 ... after honeymooning i decided not to take insulin and watch my food and make exercisesmy levels without insulin:waking up : 80 to 90after launch(2 hours) :less than…See More
Feb 8
Doris D left a comment for dexterawy
"Hello and WELCOME to one of the greatest d sites around!!!!!! please feel free to join us on our live chat anytime u want to!!! ask any of us any questions u have or just put it in the forum or please join some of our groups and ask ur questions…"
Feb 2
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"Welcome dexterawy, 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…"
Feb 1
Linda G left a comment for dexterawy
"We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home dexterawy!! 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…"
Feb 1
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"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…"
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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?
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Date diagnosed
November 17, 2012
Type of treatment/devices you use
Shots

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At 10:50am on February 2, 2013, Doris D said…

Hello and WELCOME to one of the greatest d sites around!!!!!! please feel free to join us on our live chat anytime u want to!!! ask any of us any questions u have or just put it in the forum or please join some of our groups and ask ur questions there
Again WELCOME!!!

At 5:42am on February 2, 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!!!

At 5:45pm on February 1, 2013, Stemwinder said…

Welcome dexterawy, 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. I’m so glad you are here.

Please feel at home, you are with friends

At 4:14pm on February 1, 2013, Linda G said…

We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home dexterawy!!
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 :)
It's on right now!
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Take care....and keep in touch!

At 4:08pm on February 1, 2013, 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.

 
 
 

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