| Marnie,
Thanks for sharing your complications with diabetes so honest and openly!
It is obvious by the number of hits on each thread, here in this forum, that many do not voice their opinions, or share their thoughts, experiences and knowledge on the topics given.
I have not yet entered a topic, that I have not learned something! I am greatful to those of you who are not embarrased to share. By 'laying it all out' we can all help each other! Let's face it, diabetes isn't a pretty disease and simply, it's not going to go away, we must deal with it!
I do not have diabetes, but my mate Bill (42), is type 1, over 10 years now. Lately, he has been experiencing lows and had a seizure as recent as last week. I believe, Bill experiences hypoglycemia unawareness. I think he shoots low, to keep from being high!
I came to this forum, reaching out to other diabetics, because I did not understand Bill's mood swings. It wasn't easy for me to 'hang my dirty laundry' here in cyberspace. Bill, was treating me with disrespect and embarrasing me in front of our friends.
Through the help of those of you here, who spoke up, I have come to realize that it is when Bill is low in blood sugar that he starts his rants. I have become so accute to his personality changes that 9.99 out of 10 times, when I think his sugar is low, it is!
There is comfort in knowing that others share the same experiences as Bill and myself. As a direct result of this forum, I am more understanding of Bill, and compassionate to the circumstances diabetes puts him in.
I challenge those of you who have not yet broken the barrier, to take a load off, to open up and share your experiences with diabetes.
Welcome to Diatebes Forums!
Cherylanne  | 
