“In order to change we must be sick and tired of being sick and tired.”
On Monday I had my one month appointment with Diabetic Specialist Carole. She sent me to the lab to have another comprehensive blood test; rather, I had a bad phlebotomist poke me three times before going to the butterfly needle. It made me so anxious that I broke out in a sweat. It’s not even the pain (I can take pain–hello! birthed 4 kids naturally without drugs, and the last one was 11lbs 14oz–yes, I can take pain); it’s the thought of that needle fishing around for a vein unsuccessfully. Then images of spurting blood start to flow into my head. It’s not pretty and makes for a great vasovagal response. Thank goodness all I did was break out in a full-body sweat.
Hopefully the results will show my A1C level down from where it was when I went in. I also hope to have some answers as to why my hair is falling out, why I’m so sluggish, why I can’t seem to lose weight, and why my skin is as dry as sand-paper by having had my thyroid tested.
I go back in six weeks, unless otherwise instructed when I get my blood work back.
I’ve also been wearing the Earth® Exer-Walk™ sneakers for about 2 1/2 weeks now. I will say that there are some days that I haven’t worn them, even in the house, like I said I would. But, when on the move, they have definitely been on my feet. The first couple of days they felt strange, but the more I wore them the more I got used to them, and I could definitely feel the targeted areas getting a boost (areas that are not my problem, as I’ve always prided myself on having nice legs and a nice bootie–ask Michael, he’ll tell you.) Regardless, I like that I can feel the muscles working in a different way, and toning is a good, good thing!
So, in a nutshell, I am:
- One month into taking Metformin for Type II Diabetes,
- Waiting to get the results to see if my thyroid is whacked,
- Eating less, more frequently, and really trying to limit empty carbs,
- Walking as much as possible (at least 4-5 days/week) in my Earth® Exer-Walk™ sneakers and using my handy-dandy pedometer (except for our lovely GA snow days), and
- Waiting for the weather to make a turn so I can ride my new (used) BIKE!
Michael also got himself a new (used) bike, and we plan on riding together!
[As part of the challenge I was provided with the Earth® Exer-Walk™ sneakers pictured above, but the opinions during the challenge--written posts and tweets on Twitter--are purely my own.]
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I’m totally proud of you mama, and hoping all is ok.
I hope you get some good news. My boy has been diagnosed as pre-diabetic and has been doing the low carb eating for about a month now. I can appreciate how big a change that can be. Good luck!
Before I knew my thyroid was whacked I had days where I was just miserable – I couldn’t think of any real reason to be unhappy, but that was the biggest symptom for me that something was off (That and the fact that I could no longer button my jeans!). When I’d run my hands through my hair, so much would come out – every time I showered I’d have to clean the drain (gross, right?). I burst into tears when I finally went to see my doc, and when she called with the results, she said, “Sarah, I’m happy to tell you that something IS wrong.” Thyroid meds have helped a TON – and while it sucks that it doesn’t just work and do what it’s supposed to, it’s a small deal, really.
SO, I’m hoping that your results turn up something like that – something that explains your symptoms and can easily be remedied.
And know that I’m so proud of you for doing good for your body!!
Yeah, that thyroid stuff does some strange stuff to people. The fortunate thing is – once they figure out what’s wrong with it – it can be taken care of. Take good care of you Mishi. You’re the only one we’ve got.
Ugh. I am so with you on the blood draws. It doesn’t bother me much any more because I have had so many IVs and blood draws in the last few years. I always tell them I am a hard stick, so they tend to do a little more prep work or go right to the butterfly.
I hope they find a reason for your symptoms and that the cure is easy!
You birthed an 11 lb baby without drugs?
I think I’ve discovered my new hero.
My extremities get cold and numb when I even think about needles. Same here – not the pain, but the IDEA of a needle in my viens gives me the willies.
Also, all this crap? Mere obstacles. That you will smash to bits. You can do it. Because you are Secret Agent Mama. And secret agents always win. Plus, I got your back, and I’m a ninja.
Wishing you all the best Secret Agent Mama!
I’m so proud of you for taking action. I remember we talked at the last Blissdom about suspecting that our mutual gestational diabetes had tipped into everyday high blood sugar. I am still in the blissful denial stage but how much longer can that last?
We are pulling for you, sister.