Should you be a diabetic to be a diabetes educator or diabetes doctor?
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You don't have to be a pregnant woman to be an obstetrician either!
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Check your bloodsugar 4 to 6 times a day, OR MORE. Get on an eating plan with your doctor or dietician. Learn to use "sliding scale" insulin. Everyone can do it and it's very effective. I've been diabetic for 16 years and my hemoglobin A1c has always been between 5.0 to 5.7, with the last being 5.4 It IS possible to be in perfect control. Talk to your physician about it, and if your physician is unwilling GET A NEW DOCTOR!!!
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Diabetes is a treatable condition. The life expectancy of a diabetic is directly related to how well the individual maintains their blood glucose levels. In theory, a person who keeps their levels under control would live as long as any person without it. \nThere is no such thing as a carrier of diabetes, as it is not a disease that is communicable ( that can be passed from one person to another).
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its one of those things that may work for one person and not for another. i have 2 diabetic educators both also with diabeties and one sai it worked for them the other said doens't work so u got a 50 50 chance of it working. i suppose its worth a try!!
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Sounds like your dad is suffering from "Can't have it want it" syndrome.  Apparently, someone told him that he can't have anything with sugar in it and so now that's all he wants.  Your dad needs a good diabetic educator who can show him what to eat, when to eat it, and how to controll his diabetes with diet and exercise.  Also, keep in mind that the more you "nag" at him about his eating habits the less likely he is to comply with his treatment.  So, call your doctor (or his) and ask for a referral to a diabetic educator.
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The best thing you can do for yourself is to exercise regulary.  It is VERY important NOT to be overweight.  This is the leading cause of Type 2 diabetes because the insulin that your body produces doesn't work as well in an overweight person.
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You need to get your doctor to refer you to a diabetes nurse educator or endocrinologist (a doctor that specializes in endocrin diseases, which includes diabetes). He/she can explain your disease to you, and talk about the lifestyle changes you will need to make in order to prevent the complications of uncontrolled diabetes, like heart disease, gangrene and kidney failure. \nI have also included links to the American Diabetes Association, they will also have lots of  information. When it comes to diabetes, you cannot be too educated.\nGo out and buy a small notebook so you can jot down important information, and monitor your blood sugar levels in this diary.\nYou will need a high -protein, low carbohydrate diet. That means, cut out all sweets, sodas and candies. Limit starches (like potato chips, fries, etc), juices and fruits.\nI am sorry that they just dumped this on you and didn't take the time to explain. They are obligated to get you educated, so insist on a referral to a diabetes center.
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Both are very respectable jobs.  However, I think you should be a teacher if that is your dream.  Following a career, especially something like nursing, just because of the money is wrong.  People who take up careers like that for the money get burnt out really fast.  They start to feel resentful towards the patients and don't treat them with the care they deserve.  They also become dissatisfied with life in general because they didn't get to do what they really wanted to do.  \n\nMoney is not everything.  If your not happy with your life and/or career, money isn't going to change that.  Sure, you'll have a lot of nice stuff but you'll also have a lot of nagging regrets.  Plus, it is not like teachers don't make enough money to support themselves.  I'm not trying to say they make a fortune, but they're not living on the streets either.  \n\nYour income, also, will be dependent on where you teach too. Get a teaching degree and keep your GPA high, then, look at a few places where you would want to teach (or you can even do this beforehand too) and see how much they pay. Also, balance salary against how happy you would be teaching there.
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They offer advice on how to eat sensibly.They show you how to work out your carbohydrates,proteins etc.It isn't necessarily for overweight people,or those with Diabetes,any one who wants a healthier lifestyle can see them.
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you are in college?  \n\nyou'd have better luck attracting answers if you spelled it out correctly and expanded your question with comments about what it is you'd like to know about the lifestyle of diabetes patients (if that is what you are asking about) -- be more specific.
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There are some great answers for diabetics at the link below.
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Usually oral medication and/or insulin is the treatment- but have you seen a doctor and been diagnosed with diabetes?  You should be monitoring your blood sugar several times daily depending on what your doctor has recommended, and if your blood suger is over a certain level, you should be using insulin that your doctor has prescribed for you.  If your blood sugar isn't all that high, diet and exercise can also bring it down into the healthy range.
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let your endocrinologist know that you are interested in finding out about other people with the condition in your living area. most places have diabetic camp, groups, annual fund raising, annual get together trips etc..... your Dr. should know of all of these activities. my son has been diabetic since he was 16 months old and he is currently 12 years old. if you would like to email me with your experiences i would be glad to accommodate.
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I am diabetic and just got diagnosed with  depression, I believe that there is a connection. I feel drained and frustrated with my diabetes on a regular basis. I also read that people who get diagnosed with diabetes have a great chance of becoming depressed becuase of the life style. I admit, it is sad thinking that I live out of a needle and vile of insulin, that i can't eat ice cream when I want, that I can't sleep or eat when I want to I need to be consistant, it becomes very upsetting!
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You have to get at least a Bachelors degree in a related field, ie: nursing or nutrition.  Then you have to work in diabetes and document your hours.  2000 hours are required.  Then you take a test.  Its a really easy test if you've worked with diabetics and especially if you have diabetes!  Good luck!
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Inheriting from fathers are high percentage.  I am a diabetic and my father was also.  You can still be healthy and live normally, if you can take good care of yourselve.  Excersize is most important, and eating less carbos, and less sugary fruits and veggies.  Stay away from salt, that becomes a bigger problem for diabetics, it really messes up your heart and other organs.  Try to stay slim, and do not gain alot weight, that will trigger it.
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It all depends on how advanced your diabetes is.  If you're an insulin dependent diabetic, meaning you take shots every day, it's highly unlikely you'll ever be able to stop taking the shots.  If you're in the early stages of diabetes, it's possible that with diet and exercise you could come off the meds.  However, diabetes is hereditary and each individual is different.  Don't give up hope though.  Whatever your situation, you can lead a normal life as long as you keep a watch on your health.