Diabetes mellitus type 2 (formerly called diabetes mellitus type II, non-insulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM), obesity related diabetes, or adult-onset diabetes) is a metabolic disor...
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I need some suggestions. I have a friend whose mother (also my friend) is type 2 diabetic. The daughter was telling me the other day that Mom's blood sugar seems to be out of control; she has sores on her feet that are slow to heal, her mood swings from high to low as well as other tell-tale signs. Her family doctor has her on metformin but she hasn't been to see him for many months because she doesn't want to be put on insulin (she knows it's coming). Obviously the daughter is pretty freaked out that her mom won't go to the doctor about her feet or her out-of-control blood sugar, and every time she tries to talk to Mom she's met with 'it's none of your business' type reactions.
I'm hoping someone here has been on the flip side (in Mom's shoes) and could give me a suggestion to pass along to the daughter of what to say to get her Mom to take care of herself. They're currently living in the same house so the tough love approach won't work in this situation. Thanks! Julie Posted on 01/16/07, 03:01 pm |
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There are no simple answers. I understand what Mom may be feeling you feel like your body is out of control and unfortunately denial is frequently our first response to any kind of trauma in our lives. I workin mental health and have had a number of individuals with Type II diabetes. What I try and do is to learn what I can about the diet and food exchanges, I have gone to diabetes education classes with people to ensure that they have understood the nutritionist and I have also gone to doctors offices with people to help them ask their doctors questions. For your friend going with her mom to the doctor might be a good beginning. 
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Becky,
I'm curious what brought you around to getting to the doctor and beginning to take care of your diabetes? Did you have a traumatic health problem that took you in, or did you just finally decide it was time? Did someone encourage you to take care of it, and if so, what did they say to you that made an impact? I'm hoping to find an angle that will bring home to my friend's mom the seriousness of her situation. I'm not sure if she realizes the amount of damage ignoring this disease can do in a short amount of time. Thanks! Julie
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