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Feeling Very Down!!!

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Hev62

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Hi, sorry for bothering you but has anyone experienced feeling down since their Diagnosis of Diabetes. I find I am not coping very well.
 
Hev62 said:
Hi, sorry for bothering you but has anyone experienced feeling down since their Diagnosis of Diabetes. I find I am not coping very well.
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Hi Hev62...firstly it's not unusual to feel down after a diagnosis...many of us here have been in exactly the same position as you...secondly there really is no need to apologise for posting your question...or posting any question here...I do remember replying to an earlier post of yours...as someone recently diagnosed it is still very early days for you...there is a lot to consider...diet...bringing those blood sugars down...trying to figure out exactly what you need to do...it can take a little time to work out how best to manage/control your diabetes...have you been given any support from your GP or nurse?...booked on any education courses yet?...you need to give yourself some time to find a routine that suits you...one that you can sustain long term...so please don't rush...diabetes is a lifelong condition...a daunting prospect initially...however once you begin to understand you can exert good control...with a little work...I'm sure it will become less so...I struggled for the first couple of months...no idea what I should/could do...not really clear on what diabetes was...ask as many questions as you need to...nothing is considered unimportant...I have no doubt other members will be along shortly to offer you support...once the forum 'wakes up'...as I've said it really is possible to establish a good routine for managing your diabetes...it does/can get better.
 
Good morning.dont apologise for asking the question. I found at diagnosis that everything revolved around this condition I didn't want/need. I did get quite low in mood, and did have a few rants. Ask lots of questions and ask for support as it's yours and everyone is different.have a good day
 
Welcome to the forum Hev62. Getting a diagnosis with type 2 diabetes can be a big shock. The condition is very manageable, but, depending on your lifestyle before, may involve big changes in diet, activity levels, body weight, medication and blood glucose testing. It's important to continue doing healthy things you enjoy and / or find new activities and meals that you enjoy.
What matters most to you? Family, friends, sports (doing / spectating), art (making / viewing), science, travel?
 
It is perfectly normally to feel down after being diagnosed. I personally have found this forum to be a great place for support.
 
Hev its totally normal to be feeling down, im near 10 years and I still get those down days which I hate but its nothing to be ashamed about.
 
Hi Hev, Welcome to the forum. Feeling down is normal. There is a lot to take on board. Things do get better. However as Steff says even after a long period of time you have days which are less good shall we say

Helen
 
Six weeks into diagnosis - bouncing between suicidal to anorexia and angry. Why me in spades. I have become the oldest 'Kevin' in Europe! Long suffering sainted husband having to find even more patience. BUT this forum is answering so many questions and offering so much support. I will get through this, if not with good grace

Hope things get better for you soon
 
Hi Hev. It's perfectly normal to get frustrated and fed up - like the others, I have days when I think To hell with it! All the testing, watching the carbs, reading labels and all the rest, it's bound to you get depressed... we are here to listen to any rant, complaint or whatever you feel like sharing 😉. Take care of yourself xx
 
Hi Lyn. I live alone, so after diagnosis I had lots of negative thoughts, and usually in the wee small hours. I bottled it up sometimes and at times never let on to my family as I didn't want to worry them, but they were already worried. For me, it got better, but I still get grr days, sod it days and total denial days, but this forum and it's lovely members have helped.
 
Hi Hev62,
I think it's common and natural to be angry/depressed about a diabetes diagnosis. I recently attended a diabetes education/support day and quite some time was given to this issue. I don't know your age or circumstances but, once you overcome the initial shock, getting to grips with the condition is the way to go. I am retired and lost my wife 18 months ago, so I find I have time to plan and manage my life. It's a well used cliche but you don't let diabetes control you, you control it. I see on your profile that you are doing lots of research, so you are definitely on the right tracks for 'being the boss'. You'll certainly get lots of advice, support and useful information on this forum. Chin up.
 
Thank you all for taking the time to reply. I really appreciate it. It is reassuring to hear that this is quite normal.
 
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