Diabetes Type 2 Support Group

Type 2 Diabetes is a condition in which the body either does not produce enough insulin or does not make efficient use of it. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert food into glucose, a sugar that the body uses for energy. Without enough insulin, glucose can accumulate in the blood, and can cause serious health problems such as heart disease and strokes and organ damage...

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Diabetic with a hectic lifestyle

aunt2all
aunt2all
The past several weeks my life has been a blur with work. It is the end of the school year and I have been busy with trips, many getting my nights and days mixed up. I have not been writing down what I have been eating, not taking my readings as scheduled, although I have been taking readings. I have also been without some of my medication. Meals have been what I can grab when I can grab them, mostly fast food or snacks. All this has been evident in my numbers. I had been down to 90-120 range, with my fasting around 95-100. Lately its been anywhere between 100-160, with a few low numbers. I can't wait until my life settles back down so I can get my numbers down again.
spiritsprout
spiritsprout
I know exactly what you mean. There's only so many hours in the day. All we can do is our best, but I'll be glad for you once things calm down. I've noticed when my schedule is hectic like your's, it kind of stresses me out. And for me, stress seems to cause an increase in my blood sugar, too.

My bs was 122 this morning, which is good for me. I've been super busy outside working in the yard, and I think the physical activity has been helpful. Hope things calm down soon for you. Hang in there! :)
mzizgayle
mzizgayle
I think at one time or another we all go thru this. my work has become a challenge juggling the changes in employee management, new payroll system to learn, plus other issues but just continue forward and look for ways to take some time for yourself to relax even for 10 minutes to help
deleted_user
deleted_user
I know it's easy to say, but you have to prioritize your health, nobody else will. Make time to test, don't compromise. If you care for yourself, you will feel better and more able to deal with work, it will benefit your employer too. Why wait til your life settles down? That might never happen. Take annual leave asap and get things under control, with support of your doctor. Consider how to change your working day to enable good self care including diabetes care and avoid this situation recurring. What do you need from your employer? They are likely legally obliged to make reasonable adjustments under disability law, they are in the UK. Don't take no for an answer. If they refuse, get advice from your doctors - they can provide a letter stating you need these things for your health - and a union if you are in one. If you job truly cannot adjust for your diabetes, consider working in a different field. I cannot stress this enough, your health is the priority. The time to act and take care of yourself is now, before you develop complications that prevent you from working at all.

My sister used to be like you, doing everything for her employer, working all hours. They didn't appreciate it, they never do, just ask for more and more. Last year she had a breakdown due to stress. It was awful for her and us to see her like that, she has always been so strong, but it shows the strain she was under due to work. She has a new job but still has not recovered, and she has no health conditions. It really isn't worth damaging your health for any job.