NFL QB diagnosed T1

[Ashtur]

Well, being a loyal Chiefs fan it's hard for me to root for a Bronco, but I'm all for Jay Cutler, both on and off the field.

ESPN - Cutler diagnosed with diabetes, will need daily insulin injections - NFL (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3377828)

[Achilles]

I've only been diagnosed as T2 for a couple of weeks now. Learning about others who have diabetes kind of makes you realize how human we all are. The end of the article states that Michelle Mcgann and Scott Verplank also have diabetes. I didn't know that either. They have done well as professional golfers too. I find this gives me some hope to leading a somewhat normal life like they have done once you learn how to manage the disease.

Got to be tough on Cutler though. As a QB people will always be second guessing whenever he throws an INT. I'm sure he'll do fine though.

[morrisma]

Wonder if there's any place he could attach a pump or sensor while playing that would be safe from the game's pressures. It'll be interesting if he somehow works out a way to wear a pump while off the field & removes it during play. Have to watch & see if he tests on the sidelines. :D

[Stacman]

I fail to understand how diabetes is debilitating if you were in good shape to begin with. Except for my defective eyesight at the moment I have no limiting factors with anything I do. Am I naive to the pitfalls of the disease? In fact, I don't even consider it a disease at all. Unless given reason to suspect it, I would imagine a large percentage of people have BG levels that swing up and down but they'll never know it because they're not checking on a regular basis.

[shades9323]

Wonder if there's any place he could attach a pump or sensor while playing that would be safe from the game's pressures. It'll be interesting if he somehow works out a way to wear a pump while off the field & removes it during play. Have to watch & see if he tests on the sidelines. :D

Not with that offensive line!:T

[Janlaton]

As I've said before it took 36 + years to develope a complication. I do not consider myself sick even now. I have diabetes not the other way round.

I think half the thing is some people want to be debilitated so they let the sugar levels go and they develope problems. Keep it under control and you can live as normal as you want to. Besides why be normal?:T

In case you have not read in one of my other post I am in the 2% of diabetics who have neuropathy not in the hands or feet. I have it in the cardiovascular nerves. That's ok I plan to live about another 18 years.

[xMenace]

Wonder if there's any place he could attach a pump or sensor while playing that would be safe from the game's pressures. It'll be interesting if he somehow works out a way to wear a pump while off the field & removes it during play. Have to watch & see if he tests on the sidelines. :D


Tobt Petersen of the Dallas Stars wears one on the ice. I think Nick Boynton of the Boston Bruins might too. Try to catch Toby in action tonight against San Jose. You will find it inspiring.

YouTube - Toby Petersen (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxlIf3pusKM)

[Alice]

Don't forget about MDI!!! (grins)

[Hikeandbike]

Being a die hard Bronco fan, Shades, I can totally agree with you. lol

[Ashtur]

Well ,since he's type 1, I'd think the big risk during games is going low... which would influence his play, as well the obvious health issues. I wonder if he'll intentionally run a bit high while playing...

[Achilles]

Wade Wilson was another diabetic QB although he was a Type 2. He played 17 years in the NFL.

[UpNorth]

Well ,since he's type 1, I'd think the big risk during games is going low... which would influence his play, as well the obvious health issues. I wonder if he'll intentionally run a bit high while playing...

I think he might choose to run a tad bit high while playing, and have some sugary drink around just in case. That's what i'd do anyways. I even choose to run a little bit higher when i'm at work because it can be quite physical from time to time. I normally like to be around 5mmol/l, but at work i like to be around 7-8mmol/l.


I have no idea who this sport guy is though:o I never watch sports, and i'm not american :T But i sure hope he'll learn it all and will feel fine real soon again.

[jacobsam622]

Wade Wilson was another diabetic QB although he was a Type 2. He played 17 years in the NFL.From the cowboys web site.

Wilson Feels Cutler's Pain

If Denver quarterback Jay Cutler needs reassurance being recently-diagnosed an insulin-dependent diabetic should in no way jeopardize his NFL career, all he need do is call Cowboys quarterbacks coach Wade Wilson.

He knows.

Wilson had to deal with his own Type 1 diabetes for 15 of his 19-year playing career, and said once you learn what you have and how to control the sugar imbalance then the disease should have no affect on your ability to perform on football's highest stage.

"You have to balance your insulin, exercise and your diet," said Wilson, who still must take insulin shots now at age 49. "Once you get into a routine, he shouldn't have any problem with his career.

"It takes a little bit of an adjustment in your lifestyle, but you can balance your diet and insulin."

The 25-year-old Cutler said he thought it strange he lost 35 pounds during last season, along with noticeable zip on his fastball. While taking routine blood tests before beginning Denver's off-season conditioning program, doctors discovered his sugars were five time higher than normal.

With the Type 1 form, the body's immune system attacks insulin-producing pancreatic cells, so that patients require insulin injections to survive. Doctors told Cutler he should have no further problems now that he's begun taking the daily insulin shots.

"The main thing you have to have is control of your insulin levels," Wilson said. "If you get it under control, there is no reason he can't have a productive career."


--Mickey Spagnola dallasCowboys.com