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Originally Posted by indigo1015
I am trying to be optimistic about my recent diagnosis of being prediabetic... the doctors caught it early, with diet and exercise my condition will improve... that's what they're telling me. What no one is explaining to me, however, is how to deal with this psychologically. I feel very alone and broken over this -- I don't know anyone else who is dealing with this problem.
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I'm sorry you're struggling with this. Pre-diabetes actually runs in my family, and when I look back on it, it first affected me when I was 13. No one ever gave me a diagnosis until I was nearly 40, and they put me on Metformin. However, last spring I had to start using insulin, because even though I was losing weight, my blood sugars were way too high. I've learned that trauma can play a role in whether or not we develop this. I have MS and other chronic conditions, and my doctor said she thinks that my body was just overwhelmed with too much, so the diabetes reared its ugly head.
My T was helpful and supportive when I was struggling with my diagnosis. Do you have a supportive T?
Please don't beat yourself up over this. It's NOT your fault. I would suggest educating yourself more when you feel ready. Also, you can PM me for support if you want. I had a tough time with having to go on insulin, but now I realize it was necessary, and my blood sugars have improved with diet and exercise changes. I hope you feel more hopeful soon. Hugs if OK.