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Just diagnosed with kidney disease from diabetes. Feeling lost.
I got the news yesterday. My doctor said my kidneys are showing damage from years of diabetes. I'm only 52 and otherwise feel fine. Honestly I don't know what to feel. For those further along, what ca
Insulin pump vs. shots—what made you switch?
I've been on multiple daily injections for 3 years and my control is okay, but I'm curious about pumps. What finally pushed you to switch? Any regrets?
Has anyone had DKA more than once? Did it get easier to spot?
I'm recovering from my second DKA in a year. I feel so defeated. The first time I didn't know the signs, but this time I thought I was doing everything right. Does it ever get easier to catch it early
How do you cope with the fear of dialysis?
I'm not at that point yet, but every time my numbers dip I keep imagining dialysis machines and needles. I can't sleep some nights. How do you live with the uncertainty without letting it take over? I
Alcohol and lows – why does it happen hours later?
Last weekend I had a couple of drinks and woke up at 4am with a severe low. I didn't even feel it coming. Why does alcohol cause delayed lows and what do you do to stay safe if you drink?
Anyone else get an upset stomach from their diabetes tablet?
I started a new pill a few weeks ago and my stomach is in knots. I've been taking it with food but still feel queasy. Does this go away? I don't want to stop it because my sugar is finally under 150 a
Pregnancy triggered my insipidus. Will it go away after birth?
I'm 28 weeks and suddenly peeing 10 liters a day, so thirsty I can't function. My OB says it's diabetes insipidus of pregnancy, probably from the placenta. Has anyone had this? Did it resolve after de
Does anyone else feel down after diagnosis? I can't stop crying.
I was diagnosed a month ago and I just feel so hopeless. I'm only 42 and I feel like my life is over. I can't enjoy food anymore, I'm always worried about complications. Does this get better? I feel l
Has anyone tried alternative therapies?
I've seen online people claiming certain herbs or supplements can cure nephrogenic diabetes insipidus. I'm skeptical but curious if anyone has had any positive experience with non-prescription approac
Finger pricks and fear: how did you get through testing?
Just got diagnosed at 27 weeks and I'm terrified of the 4x daily finger pricks. Any tips for making them less awful? I nearly fainted just seeing the lancet.