I don't know if I will ever get used to sticking myself repeatedly in the finger to withdraw a blood sample. It took me three tries before I actually did it right and was able to take the test. I feel like it will be easier each time I try it, but I have to tell you that I had to psyche myself up to do it in the first place. I hate needles. I consider myself fortunate that I don't have to take insulin. I will keep working towards preventing myself from having to.
My medicine is weird. it made me a little queasy today and I thought I was going to be sick. I went and took a 20 minute power nap in the quiet room at work and I felt better. I ate three times today which is good. I think I want to start taking my lunch to work so that I can make sure to eat the right things.
There is a girl at work who is also a Type 2 diabetic. She's been telling me all these little hints and secrets. If not for her I probably would have been pricking my finger right on the tip and walking around with sore fingers all the time. She showed me how to do it out of the side of my finger so that doesn't happen. My test strips cost $79.99 for a box of 100 and my insurance doesn't cover it. Those bastards. To buy the glucometer, the lancets, the test strips and my medication I had to spend a total of $107.97. This is an expensive condition.
I wasted three strips just trying to do the test correctly. When I finally figured out what I was doing wrong I felt like an idiot but I needed that trial and error to get used to doing what I have to do. I just took my pill for the night and I'm feeling incredibly sleepy. It's been a long week and I need some rest.
I go back to the doctor on 12/23. She wants to see how much I can get my sugar down in two weeks I guess. I have an appointment for a mammogram on Friday the 20th. With the family history (both Ms Stella and her sister had breast cancer) it is now a requirement for me.
Next stop, the dentist.
Will you come hold my hand?
you know I would if I could babe :)
I forgot all about the pokin on the side of the finger...glad your girl pulled your coat.
It does get easier.
Wow Monique, I just found out. Stay strong...=l
Thanks for the encouragement guys.
*hug* I'll come and hold your hand. :)
You know I'm comin' as fast as I can....
Bet.
What would it take.... for our pains to be alleviated?
Man... don't you hate dealing with health issues? But, we have to. You're doing well, so far. Keep your chin up sista.
I'm sorry to hear about your conditions. You will be able to get through it. I've heard that eating right is definitely the key in most cases. If you were in Chicago I would refer you to my dentist. He is the best. I had a root canal and it was COMPLETELY painless. He is very patient and believes that no one should experience pain as long as pain relievers exist. I didn't fill an ounce of pain.
feel* (sp)
hey mo,
i will hold you hand, girl just make sure you go to ur appointments and do as told. i hate to hear that you are going through this, but it will be okay.
have a blessed day!
testing
Ok Gurl! Look at all of the LOVE that you have in your life. Now it is time to get rid of "diseased thinking". Keep your mind on POSITIVE things!
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Dat would be me and your Auntie Delca!
Who says "love love love" and peace out!
I aint even worried about ya gurl! ;)
And gurrrrrrl! I have been livin' in the damn dentist for like 6 months now!! Wisdom teeth was bein' pulled, root canals, fillin's, just every damn thang! My mouth was like a damn construction zone!!! Rotfl!! I think about maybe 2 more months left of work to go. You know how dentists take damn forever! But since I am a pro now I will hold your hand boo boo.. I can hold otha thangs too but only if you need to be relaxed even more. *dead*
Love ya gurl! *muah*
Nique, after I just posted my comment I got an error about "File:Spec path not found". Sumthin' like that. But the comment did actually go thru. :) Just so you are aware.
I was diagnosed about a year ago. All I could worry about where my feet and what the medication would do to Mr. Happy. :) It does get better. And not only that, a good doctor will help improve your overall health. If you ever wanna chat...you can find me...
J
I was diagnosed about a year ago. All I could worry about where my feet and what the medication would do to Mr. Happy. :) It does get better. And not only that, a good doctor will help improve your overall health. If you ever wanna chat...you can find me...
J
It is going to be okay boo, I'm there with you, holding your hand. It will get easier as your body gets used to the medication. As for the dentist, I'm terrified. I haven't been since I was 14. Stay strong
Monique, what's goin on... why have you not been generating entries? I need some reading material. Oh lord... but um.. i'm checking you.
ROLL CALL.
Gimme a hug please.