I'm scared!

I went to the doctor on Monday, January 19 to have a Well Woman Exam and a blood test done to check my chlosterol and blood sugar. My doctor's assistant called this morning and told me that my blood sugar was borderline. I have been really really good except for the weekend before which is when we went out of town for Zack's grandfather's funeral (we ate out a lot and my sister-in-law and I went drinking that weekend too). I am just really scared that I might have diabetes and I am only 22!!!!!! I go back on Wednesday to have another test done (I think). I just hope she gives me better news than what I am expecting. The other day I had some lemonade that made me so sick to my stomach and of course...it had sugar in it! Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers...does anyone on here have diabetes or is borderline? How do I live and make it better to fit as my life?!?!

No need to be scared. My husband has had diabeted since birth and is going on 37 years. It will be a lifestyle adjustment, but things could always be worse, that is the way we look at things. If you are in early stages you will only need to take pills. Just watch your sugar intake. No regular soda, no candy etc. You will also become a very health consious individual.

Good Luck.

I found out a couple of years ago that I am a diabetic, have been taking increasing amounts of meds for it, up until I decided to lose weight, and as my weight comes down, so has my blood sugar levels. Before you get all upset, what was your reading? It used to be that dr's wanted it under 100-125 fasting level, but the newest, up-to-date facts are that as long as its under 150 it doesen't do as much damage as they once thought. If you want, PM me and ask questions, or I'm on MSN at night([email protected]) if you want to chat about it. My dad is a diabetic also (gee, thanks dad), so I've had to learn a lot about it. But, rest assured, its not the end of the world.
Cindy

No need to think of this as a life shattering experience. I've been borderline for many years myself and it hasn't "ruined" my life. I have to agree with what kittencrazy said about weight loss helping a lot(at least in my case). Depending on your current lifestyle, it may be a big change as far as adding more exercise and reducing sugar intake and balancing out diets better, or may be a tiny one. For me it was, quitting drinking, regular exercise and MINOR(sustainable) alterations to my diet. Though, to be honest, I had been overweight my entire life and my condition was as much lifestyle as genetics. So, don't lose hope and don't panic it's not the end of the world. Heck, for me it was a blessing in disguise. It was the best motivation to start living a healthier life.

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www.diabetes.org is a great resource for information on the condition and lifestlye.

Gosh, I know nothing about diabetes, but I wanted you to know I'm keeping you in my thoughts. From the much more helpful replies already above, it sounds very manageable, and you'll get a lot of support here!

Ah guys...thanks. Everyone here at my office is very supported with my losing my weight. I have lost 20 pounds since July! I am 5'10" and I weigh 172, which I think is a lot better than what I was doing! My goal is to weigh 150-155. I feel a lot better with your responses. I am a horrible worrier! haha..that sounded funny! But, I care a lot about my health--it makes a difference how I feel and act around the people I care about and love. Another thing is...I want to be the healthiest for my husband, furrbabies and then when I decide to get pregnant and have my children. I don't want to be sick--who does! This has scared me to the point where I am going to start working out again and changing my life...it's not worth worrying over if I know I can get out there and change my life for the better!

I hope that everything goes well, and that you are not diabetic

I sure hope you have not got Diabetes, but if you have got, do not worry, as the others said, it isn't a life shattering experience. If you are in early stages you may just have Type II diabetes which needs prescription pills and a good diet.

Both of my parents are diabetic (I am the only one in the household who hasn't got diabetes) and some of my friends are too, so I know it as well as if I had it. If you have any doubts or have got any questions please don't hesitate to PM or email me... you can add me to your Messenger lists, better. My identities are: ICQ: 242-161-863, Yahoo Messenger: victorherminio, MSN: [email protected].

Take care,

My friend has been diabetic since she was really little and it's not controlling her life. She still eats/drinks anything she wants. She just has to give herself shots before meals.

There are different types, but I think you can still be YOU (and otherwise healthy) and have diabetes.

I hope you are alright.

Caprice, here is a link to some information on pre-diabetes by the American Diabetes Association. http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-pre...e-diabetes.jsp (You can access the rest of their site also.)

My dad was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes about 15 years ago, and my grandmother was also a Type 2 Diabetic. Dad doesn't require insulin injections and he can eat sugary foods in limited amounts depending on his most recent gloucose(sp?) result.

Before he was diagnosed, my dad was slightly over-weight and not very active. He also wasn't taking very good care of himself in general. Being diagnosed as a diabetic forced dad to make lifestyle changes that have been for the better. Dad is now 76 years old, he has outlived the rest of his immediate family, and he is in much better shape physically than many other people his age.

Hi...it is scary to think you may have diabetes, but wait and see what you find out at your next apt., and then follow your dr's advice <S>.

I was diagnosed borderline diabetic aka glucose intolerant several years ago, and have dealt with it by diet change and losing weight. It's been a good kick in the pants to have a healthier lifestyle, and it has taken me a couple of years to quit being stubborn and begin working with myself to deal with this. Now I'm on track, and keeping as my goal no progression into diabetes.

Hopefully, you'll find out you are not diabetic, but have been given a nice heads-up, and the time to make the changes you need to help prevent developing this.

best wishes to you,

For 30 years, my glucose tolerance tests have alternated between normal and borderline. Both grandmothers were diabetics, as is my mother. I watch my weight and, since I turned 40, have regular testing.

The primary indicators, for adult-onset diabetes are: over 40, overweight and a family predisposition, to the disease.

Do you have any of the other symptoms: excessive thirst, excessive urination, fatigue, nausea or dizziness?

ONE abnormal glucose test is not a definitive diagnosis. The only sure indicator is a glucose tolerance test. A random or fasting glucose test is merely a presumptive test and it could have been influenced by a number of factors.

Best wishes! I hope you will be alright!

I know a couple of people who are diabetic, and they live perfectly normal lives!.

Once it's controlled, there's no problem.

I hope you havent got it, but if if you have, controlling it will become a routine you get into, like brushing your teeth etc...

Sending you a hug and a headbutt from Rosie.

Susan

Originally posted by katl8e
For 30 years, my glucose tolerance tests have alternated between normal and borderline. Both grandmothers were diabetics, as is my mother. I watch my weight and, since I turned 40, have regular testing.

The primary indicators, for adult-onset diabetes are: over 40, overweight and a family predisposition, to the disease.

Do you have any of the other symptoms: excessive thirst, excessive urination, fatigue, nausea or dizziness?

ONE abnormal glucose test is not a definitive diagnosis. The only sure indicator is a glucose tolerance test. A random or fasting glucose test is merely a presumptive test and it could have been influenced by a number of factors.

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I don't have any of those symptoms. ( I go to the restroom about 4-5 times a day depending on how much I drink....but I drink lots of water to lose weight)....maybe I am thirsty and really don't know it...that sounds strange...

Since I still have not received my test results back in the mail, I called the nurse this morning. She said my blood sugar was 102...um...I thought that was normal, not borderline! Anyone have any comments about this? My mother says I have nothing to worry about, but she still wants to see me...

Diabetes is not that bad, but I can understand being scared. All the women in my family eventually have type II Diabetes, but the only one having problems is my aunt who refuses to change her lifestyle. There are lots of diabetes programs available and they usually have you talk with a nutrition therapist. Most of the time the biggest changes are exercise, less simple carbs and more complex carbs, and using sugar substitutes. Not that hard, really. And Splenda is the best substitute by far. I use it in Kool-Aid and it's better than my hubby's sugared Kool-Aid.

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And Splenda is the best substitute by far. I use it in Kool-Aid and it's better than my hubby's sugared Kool-Aid.

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Splenda is a godsent miracle ! More versatile than aspartame, no wierd tastes and no unwanted side effects like aspartame either !

Thanks guys. When my grandmother was alive, her doctor told her not to use Splenda because it still raises your blood sugar...this confuses me too...but I use it in my oatmeal in the morning! Another thing that is really good is Ricotta cheese with splenda...yummy!

Originally posted by caprice
Thanks guys. When my grandmother was alive, her doctor told her not to use Splenda because it still raises your blood sugar...this confuses me too...but I use it in my oatmeal in the morning! Another thing that is really good is Ricotta cheese with splenda...yummy!

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Now that makes me really concerned about your grandmas doctor, there's nothing in Splenda that CAN raise your bood sugar. No sugar, no carbs no nothing!