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Type 1 Diabetes

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Finkle
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So... about 3 weeks ago I started to become really thirsty, I mean...REALLY thirsty, this was leading to me waking up in the middle of the night for about 2 weeks, drinking and pissing constantly. I ski almost every day so I thought the little extra fatigue I had was due to just skiing hard (or pissing constantly), since we just had a descent storm and all. So last Tuesday I called my doctor and told her my symptoms. She ordered a few blood tests, so I went and had them done. I received a call the following morning and was told to rush to the ER because my glucose was  600+ ... Needless to say I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I arrived. Now what I want to know is how much does skiing effect your blood sugar? I know it will vary, but I would like to know from other diabetics on here how much do you have to compensate for the activity? Since physical activity effectively lowers your blood sugar. Just looking for some tips on regulation while I ski, and any general info you can give me on this new lifestyle. It is rare for someone my age (22) to become type 1, especially with no past family diabetic issues. but I guess somewhere along the way my pancreas was programmed to shut off. Or something, somewhere effected my physical being.
Mar 5 2013 2:29PM
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.AR6rider.
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You're probably gonna die. Stop skiing now, it will only worsen your symptoms. Seriously.
Mar 5 2013 2:33PM
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Bateman
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I mean, i appreciate you ripping apart noobs and douchebags and all, but this guy has been diagnosed with an illness and is asking for advice. You could've at least tried.
Mar 5 2013 2:36PM
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.AR6rider.
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Type I diabetes is basically a joke. It barely requires any treatment and management is simple.
Mar 5 2013 2:41PM
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Finkle
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Don't you have diabetes Ar6rider? You troll you.
Mar 5 2013 2:45PM
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.AR6rider.
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Haha busted...I'm actually posting this from my endocrinologist's office oddly enough. If you have any questions pm me.
Mar 5 2013 2:55PM
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Finkle
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Cool thanks!
Mar 5 2013 2:59PM
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.AR6rider.
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I'm pretty sure one of the unwanted side effects of those drugs is weight gain, so they prescribe Metformin to counteract that. Not positive though.
Mar 5 2013 3:17PM
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Drail
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I have a couple friends that are type 1 and are very active people. Honestly, just keep tabs on yourself and you'll be fine. Pocket snacks and a can of pop can go a long way if you're feeling tired.
Mar 5 2013 3:23PM
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blazer258
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I was diagnosed yesterday with type 1. I came home Sunday (17th birthday) from snowboarding with my friends and my parents gave me a quick blood test because they saw those same symptoms. I was 500 and then yesterday I went to the doctor and she confirmed it. I'm getting the pump tomorrow but would also like to know what people eat when skiing to give them good energy throughout the day without getting lows or highs. Or any other info like OP said.
Mar 5 2013 3:26PM
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.AR6rider.
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With the pump, as long as you're adamant about keeping your blood sugar monitored, you can eat almost anything. I prefer granola bars for quick snacks on the mountain because they don't have a ton of carbs, but can still give you a bit of energy if you're feeling shaky. If you're feeling like your sugar is going low, try to test it before you start eating or else you could rebound back and get hyperglycemic. You'll figure it out. The pump is AMAZING. I've had one for almost 15 years now and it's the best thing ever.
Mar 5 2013 3:39PM
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theblackrod
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my girlfriend has it, got sick at like 12 years old and it turned into type 1 because the virus wasn't cured. you can pretty much eat whatever you want, just keep checking your sugar levels and using the pump and you should be fine.
Mar 5 2013 3:48PM
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LKS
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PM me, I have diabetes and am more than willing to help!
Jun 4 2013 7:04PM
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