[Mrose75]

I just found out I am diabetic last month. Its really bittersweet since my dad died last October at the age of 62 from diabetic complications. He really didn't take care of it and ended up losing his leg, most of his eyesight and had kidney failure. By the end he was on dialysis 3 times a week. Anyway, I have seen what can happen if you don't take care of it and I'm trying to not turn out the same way.

[mortis505]

Hello Mrose and welcome to DF! Its a great place with a lot of good people.

[adiantum]

Welcome Mrose75.
I'm sorry about your dad & for you to get diagnosed with D as well. I believe we have a better chance of quality of life then perhaps your dad & many others had. Just being a diligent part of this online community is a fabulous means of control. You will get support & advice from many on a similar journey.
Test as often as you can & eat according to your meter if you have one yet.
Have you been given your A1C?

[ramon]

Originally Posted by Mrose75

I just found out I am diabetic last month. Its really bittersweet since my dad died last October at the age of 62 from diabetic complications. He really didn't take care of it and ended up losing his leg, most of his eyesight and had kidney failure. By the end he was on dialysis 3 times a week. Anyway, I have seen what can happen if you don't take care of it and I'm trying to not turn out the same way.

Hey buddy and welcome. Listen to the senior members in this forum and you should have a long life ahead of you. Learn to take care of yourself and life should be a breeze.

[buddy7]

Originally Posted by Mrose75

I just found out I am diabetic last month. Its really bittersweet since my dad died last October at the age of 62 from diabetic complications. He really didn't take care of it and ended up losing his leg, most of his eyesight and had kidney failure. By the end he was on dialysis 3 times a week. Anyway, I have seen what can happen if you don't take care of it and I'm trying to not turn out the same way.

Hello good evening and welcome to the forum Mrose, so sorry to here of your dad, it just saddens me to here the so often D complications has taken your dad.
Your dads passing, should give you all the reasons not to go this route, just finding us, is the beginning of this journey, they are some knowledgeable people on here who I'm sure will be ever so willing to help, visit us often, read the threads and ask as many questions you may. A wealth of information on here you can learn a lot, on how to control your diabetes, do stay with us, we are a warm and friendly community.