| Wise Words, although heartlessly stated with a complete lack of social skills, has a point.
Realistically, there are some jobs that diabetics just shouldn't do. It's not that they can't... it's that they shouldn't.
I won't be working as a Paramedic in the future. The schedule is too unstructured, and that's my only reason for not pursuing this path. However, I have decided to become an RN. That I know I can do without difficulty. For the record, it's only been 3 months since my diagnosis. It's been a very bumpy road, but I'm doing much better... have pretty good control now. Also, not once did I have a hypo while I was working on a Rescue Squad. I tested every hour to be safe.
My heart breaks at the loss of my dream. I worked as an EMT on an ALS unit in the past, before diagnosis, and I thrived. Loved the job so very much.
Tshelton, if becoming a police officer is where your heart lies, then you need to do everything in your power to take excellent care of yourself (which it sounds like you're doing). You also need to know when to "let go," when it no longer becomes possible for you to do the job. Sadly, Diabetes increases our limitations... whatever they may be.
Best wishes always,
Angie
__________________ Angie ...T1 since Oct. 2003   | 
