Comment by Muragaki on July 9, 2010 at 9:09am

Powerful and sobering message, CountyClare.

Congratulations on the A1c -- and keep pushing.

Comment by Bubbaluv on July 9, 2010 at 9:23am

Thanks for the message CountyClare. As someone recently diagnosed, my diagnosis scared the hell out of me and and my life has not been the same since. In many ways, that is a positive (lost weight, quit smoking, started exercising). I can also see how easy it would be to go into denial so i certainly feel for those who initially cant handle the news of their dx. For that reason, its so important messages like this are shared.

Great job on the A1c and it sounds like while you have some struggles, you also have taken charge in the last few years that has probably prevented or slowed further damage. That also is an important message so thanks again~

Comment by nopucksnosticks on July 9, 2010 at 9:30pm

CountyClare...if only we knew then...the fella next door used to be the meanest man on the block until he lost part of one foot, a wonderful wife, and both kidneys to high BG's. Now that he is a couple of years off the kidney transplant he's the sweetest guy on the planet. I think managing a chronic illness is harder for men. Somehow it's a sign of weakness if you can't push through pain - that's the message to guys from a very early age.

Comment by Doris D on July 10, 2010 at 2:38pm

Good advice there.

Comment by lotsofshots on July 10, 2010 at 3:46pm

It is never too late to start taking good care of your diabetes, just think how well you are doing with it now compared to before and give yourself some good credit for that. It is good great advice for others though, and even for those who are not so newly diagnosed and still have trouble with complying. You are setting a wonderful example for all and probably reversing your complications and chance for them in the future. Hats off to you.

Comment by Kathyann on July 11, 2010 at 8:54am

It is hard. We don't see immediate damage when our BGs are high so it can be hard to took it seriously. I been Type 1 since September and am still struggling with my diagnosis. Thank you for your story.

Comment by ANTONIA RETMAN on July 11, 2010 at 1:35pm

Great advice. I'm T1 for 35 years. Didn't take care of myself until November of 2005, when I found out I had heart disease. Since 2005 I've been trying so hard, and my A1C has been 7 or lower, but have had some more minor complications arise. Like frozen joints and hypo unawareness. Can't stress enough to do all you can to control it before it controls you. God bless!

Comment by nopucksnosticks on July 11, 2010 at 4:36pm

Antonia..did you have to have surgery for frozen joints? I'm in PT now but it's very painful.

Comment by Brigitte on July 12, 2010 at 6:18am

great A1C! And thank you for your advice. I have type since 1967 and I'm 53 years old. Yes, I lived sometimes without taking care of my diabetes but now, type 1 people can control their diabetes. Yes I'm really agree with you: this disease must be taken (not sure of my grammaire) seriously from the start! I have some complications: retinopathy, open heart surgery... take care of yourself CountyClare! And never say "a little too late maybe"!

Comment by Terry on July 14, 2010 at 7:04pm

Your effort to inform and motivate the newly diagnosed with your story is a great thing. Part of my personal philosophy is that it's never too late to start doing what's right. I'm sure you will benefit with the dramatic improvement in your overall control. Good job!

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