Greetings from a Tampa Newbie
 

Hello Everyone, I was diagnosed with diabetes just today and went immediately on insulin. Apparently my 410 blood sugar coupled with a 13.3 A1C and the fact I am thin startled my PCP and set me on my course, following up with an Endo and Nutritionist next week. I went out to Iphone looking for a place to log my BG and alike and stumbled on this app. The page and forums seem like a good place to start. Look forward to learning how to help myself. :)

malenhead;

Welcome to the Forum! :)

I am sorry to hear of your diagnosis. The only way to combat diabetes is head on! You have taken the first step, in order to help yourself! Good luck with your management!

I'm glad you are following up with an endo...I'm a nurse with type 1 just so you know, you may have type 1 even if you are not a child or even young adult. Many people are misdiagnosed and that's a pretty high A1C you should ask about antibody testing because if you are type 1 and they put you on oral meds instead of insulin you'll be at a large risk for complications. Hope it goes well for you! Keep your chin up because although diabetes (any type) is a pain, it could be much worse. It also will most likely help you live a healthier life in general. Attitude is a big part of diabetes. :)