[MonicaM]

I am 30 years old and was diagnosed with Type I over the holidays. I spent four days in the hospital wondering how in the world this happened. I have always tried to take care of my body. I eat well, run marathons, exercise five to six times a week and live a pretty good life. However, I was not completely in shock when they told me. Over the last several years a little part of me had a feeling something was wrong, I even asked to be tested one year ago...of course the test came back negative. I feel better now than I have felt in two years. All of the little questions, such as why the blister on my toe never healed correctly, why my eyesight seemed to get worse, why I was tired all the time, why I felt like I was having panic attacks, etc. now have an answer. Don't get me wrong, I had my pity party, but now I have to move forward and not let this control my life.

I don't understand diabetes completely, but I am determined to do my best. I have all the normal questions....why am I having to double my carbs when taking only 2 units at breakfast. Can I cut back on my units if I am not that hungry? Will I ever sleep solidly thru the night without worrying if I will go low?

Has anyone gone to support group classes? Does it help? Will my future husband understand? ie, mood swings, etc.

I do have a good doctor, as he was diagnosed with Type I in college. I know in time my questions will be answered. It just seems so strange, I guess I am just one big kid.