I went to see the endocrinologist this morning. I had good news and bad news. While the walking has helped, I've lost nine pounds since I started blogging, my blood glucose levels are consistantly too high first thing in the morning. Dr. Chenney says that means my body isn't producing enough insulin to get me through the night. I asked her if losing more weight would help and she said maybe if I got up in the middle of the night and ran for five miles I could help my body manage it, but realistically she feels I need a little insulin to get me through the night. I thought she maxed me out on meds four weeks ago but she is adding an additional 30 miligrams of actos a day. So that makes three different meds just for the diabetes. I'm really bummed and feel a little helpless.
After talking with Jackie tonight I feel hopeful. She is such an encouragement. She told me to keep working at it. She said that I am still young and have a lot going for me physically and nothing is for sure when it comes to our health. Our bodies are a mystery and have the ability to heal themselves. I love talking with her she really lifts me up and gives me hope. I have no doubts that God is the one who put the desire to be a nurse in Jackie's heart he has given her such an encouraging spirit. She makes me feel like I have a lot of hope and makes me want to work at it even harder! I love you Jackie!!
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