heatherpickett

Well, they decided that I am diabetic. They aren't sure what type it is, so I don't know if I have to give myself shots all the time or not. For now, I have to check my blood sugar 4 times a day, and take insulin 4 times a day. I haven't given myself a shot yet, it's gonna be icky! And then I have to go back to the Doc on Tuesday to see if it's helped enough for me to stop needing shots.

They also said I have polycystic ovarian syndrome. That causes my irregular menstruation, infertility, chin hairs, hair on my belly, and other stuff. It puts you at higher risk for diabetes. So they go hand in hand, and the insulin shots will probably make the POS go away. That is good news, at least. I hope the insulin also makes me less thirsty!

They didn't give me any diet advice for now. I'm supposed to eat like usual, but I'm worried that my diet could have caused this, so I am afraid to eat like usual. I eat a lot less sugar than I used to, so that is good. But I love fruit and fruit juices, and I'm afraid they have too much sugar in them. I'm going to see a dietician at some point who will help me with my personal diet. Apparently there isn't one diet for all diabetics.

Anyway, that is the update! I'm freaked out but also glad that I will be getting better!

My fingers hurt a little from being poked, and I have to do that 4 times a day??!! Ick!