'Old' Newbie Type 1 - help

[chrismbee]

Hi Charlotte and welcome from me too 🙂

Like Robster, I had diabetes for many years before joining this forum and I have already learnt loads of new stuff.
Totally sympathise with your suggested frustration about HCP's - sometimes it seems that they're still operating from what they were told many years ago! The power of this forum is that you have links to useful, up-to-date info and thinking as well as the personal experiences of many in a similar position to yourself.
Final thought - whilst it's commendable that you test a lot, it is important to analyse the results in a logical way and adjust your regime, in an effort to improve things. There has been much discussion on here about testing (frequency and usefulness) and it is easy to just get into a routine of looking at the results without thinking what they actually mean.
Ask loads of questions - there'll always be plenty of replies, intended to help you.
Good luck

 

[Robster65]

i know exactly how you feel. i feel upset and depressed quite often and i dont know who to turn to. ive told my mum but she doesnt seem to know either. does anyone else know???

Hi Emma Jane.

It is something that a lot of diabetics, young and old, find to be a problem.

If you could tell your GP about how you're feeling, they can help you with coping with your feelings and maybe find you a specialist to talk to if need be.🙂

Rob

 

[chrismbee]

I was on anti-depressants for a while - my GP was fantastic in explaining that their job is to address chemical inbalances in your brain, which may prevent you from seeing stuff straight. They are NOT a sign that you are crazy .....