Newly diagnosed and type 1 diabetic
Hello, I am just newly diagnosed (on Friday) and to add another element to this, am type 1 diabetic. I have only been told so far that it is definitely cancer and that it has spread to my lyphnodes. I...
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Oh @Julesuptree, this is such a scary and overwhelming time for you. Big breaths. It is definitely ok to cry. I did at the start. I cried for 2 weeks.
There is so much to find out yet. So much unknown and that's the worst. You have to meet your doctors and see what the treatment will be. Rest assured however that treatment is really advanced now and will be specific to you.
Try to keep busy at this time. Stay away from Google. It isn't helpful. Once you know the treatment and get started with it you will feel better.
What is your next appointment? Can you take someone with you? It helps as there is so much information to process. Do you have support of family or friends?
This is a big emotional ride too and it's ok. It is normal to feel so many different things, especially at this time. It's going to get better and be ok.
This group are just great. We are all here to listen and help if you have questions.
I do not have diabetes but I had other health issues when I was diagnosed in 2020. The doctors will manage the whole situation so don't worry. Maybe there is someone on here who also had diabetes who may comment.
Best wishes and sending you a big hug.
There is so much to find out yet. So much unknown and that's the worst. You have to meet your doctors and see what the treatment will be. Rest assured however that treatment is really advanced now and will be specific to you.
Try to keep busy at this time. Stay away from Google. It isn't helpful. Once you know the treatment and get started with it you will feel better.
What is your next appointment? Can you take someone with you? It helps as there is so much information to process. Do you have support of family or friends?
This is a big emotional ride too and it's ok. It is normal to feel so many different things, especially at this time. It's going to get better and be ok.
This group are just great. We are all here to listen and help if you have questions.
I do not have diabetes but I had other health issues when I was diagnosed in 2020. The doctors will manage the whole situation so don't worry. Maybe there is someone on here who also had diabetes who may comment.
Best wishes and sending you a big hug.