Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 welcome to the list, I am 34, and I live in NY, hope you enjoy the list and learn and make some new friends. It is nice to have people that understand what you are going through Kell MSN: Kell@... Skype: KlarssonNY " I have never been able to find out precisely what feminism is: I only know that people call me a feminist whenever I express sentiments that differentiate me from a doormat or a prostitute. " -- West New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 hello james in denver welcome. New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 HI , You've got your work cut out for you! Ask any questions you wish here. We may not have the answers, but then again, maybe we will! As has been mentioned, there are loads of helpful folks here. Dave A wise man's heart guides his mouth, and his lips promote instruction. (Proverbs 16:23) New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 HI , You've got your work cut out for you! Ask any questions you wish here. We may not have the answers, but then again, maybe we will! As has been mentioned, there are loads of helpful folks here. Dave A wise man's heart guides his mouth, and his lips promote instruction. (Proverbs 16:23) New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 HI , You've got your work cut out for you! Ask any questions you wish here. We may not have the answers, but then again, maybe we will! As has been mentioned, there are loads of helpful folks here. Dave A wise man's heart guides his mouth, and his lips promote instruction. (Proverbs 16:23) New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 Hello , thanks for the welcome   Lora Subject: Re: New Member To: blind-diabetics Date: Thursday, January 29, 2009, 9:47 PM hello james in denver welcome. New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 Welcome , I am from CA, formerly from Ohio. I have been type 1 diabetic for 64 years. If you have any questions, there are many people who can help yu out. Are you taking meds? Do youknow what your A1C is? New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 Thank you for the welcome and no I dont know what my A1C is how do I find that out? Â Â Lora Subject: RE: New Member To: blind-diabetics Date: Friday, January 30, 2009, 2:39 PM Welcome , I am from CA, formerly from Ohio. I have been type 1 diabetic for 64 years. If you have any questions, there are many people who can help yu out. Are you taking meds? Do youknow what your A1C is? New Member Im Lora from Ohio Im 47 a single mom of a 17 yr old boy./man Im legally blind from toxoplasmosis, histoplasmosis, heminopsia and stroke.I was dignosed as a diabetic just over a year ago Lora Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Hi Jen, I watch my diet pretty well, so my doctors do not ask me to check my blood sugars. I do have to get my lab work once a month, so they always check my A1C at that point. Since my transplant my life has changed and I really take care of my new kidney and pancreas. I never looked into the pump, but I have friends who have one and their diabetes really seem to be under great control. I have to take meds, but not taking insulin and dealing with reactions has been really nice for me. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Jesso Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 8:12 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: RE: New member Hi Becky, Welcome to the list! I'm 27 and have also had type 1 diabetes for over 17 years. There are a few long-term type 1s on this list, most who have had it for much longer than I have! I use an insulin pump to manage my diabetes. That must be really amazing to be essentially cured of diabetes after so long! Do you still have to test your blood sugar at all just to check? Jen No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 I am curious, does a pancreas transplant last forever, or does the same autoimmune process that caused type 1 in the first place come back eventually and kill the beta cells? Jen New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 I am curious, does a pancreas transplant last forever, or does the same autoimmune process that caused type 1 in the first place come back eventually and kill the beta cells? Jen New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Hi Ruth, Thanks for the welcome. I look forward to learning and sharing with members in this group. Good luck with your kidney. Did you ever have to do dialysis? Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of ruth hogue Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 9:13 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: RE: New member Hi Becky, Welcome to the list! I am a type 1 diabetic for 35 years and have had my kidney transplanted. My brother has had a kidney/pancreas transplant like you. Congratulations on a diabetes free life! Anyways, you'll enjoy the list, there are many knowledgeable and friendly people here! Ruth From: HYPERLINK " mailto:blind-diabetics%40yahoogroups.com " blind-diabetics@-yahoogroups.-com [mailto:HYPERLINK " mailto:blind-diabetics%40yahoogroups.com " blind-diabetics@-yahoogroups.-com] On Behalf Of Welz Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 9:55 PM To: HYPERLINK " mailto:blind-diabetics%40yahoogroups.com " blind-diabetics@-yahoogroups.-com Subject: New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 In my case, I had my pancreas/kidney transplant in 99 and in 2002 my kidney failed because of toxicity from the medications I have to take. My best friend and now fiancé gave one his kidney’s to me and it has been doing perfectly. I think technology has become better than ever to be sure you are receiving the right amounts of anti rejection meds. As long as I do my lab work and the support team at my hospital do their work and tweak my meds they say that my pancreas and kidneys will last for many years. I have a friend who received a liver transplant and he is going on 15 years with no rejection, so I have lots of hope. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Jesso Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 9:21 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: RE: New member I am curious, does a pancreas transplant last forever, or does the same autoimmune process that caused type 1 in the first place come back eventually and kill the beta cells? Jen New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 In my case, I had my pancreas/kidney transplant in 99 and in 2002 my kidney failed because of toxicity from the medications I have to take. My best friend and now fiancé gave one his kidney’s to me and it has been doing perfectly. I think technology has become better than ever to be sure you are receiving the right amounts of anti rejection meds. As long as I do my lab work and the support team at my hospital do their work and tweak my meds they say that my pancreas and kidneys will last for many years. I have a friend who received a liver transplant and he is going on 15 years with no rejection, so I have lots of hope. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Jesso Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 9:21 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: RE: New member I am curious, does a pancreas transplant last forever, or does the same autoimmune process that caused type 1 in the first place come back eventually and kill the beta cells? Jen New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 In my case, I had my pancreas/kidney transplant in 99 and in 2002 my kidney failed because of toxicity from the medications I have to take. My best friend and now fiancé gave one his kidney’s to me and it has been doing perfectly. I think technology has become better than ever to be sure you are receiving the right amounts of anti rejection meds. As long as I do my lab work and the support team at my hospital do their work and tweak my meds they say that my pancreas and kidneys will last for many years. I have a friend who received a liver transplant and he is going on 15 years with no rejection, so I have lots of hope. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Jesso Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 9:21 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: RE: New member I am curious, does a pancreas transplant last forever, or does the same autoimmune process that caused type 1 in the first place come back eventually and kill the beta cells? Jen New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Welcome Becky to the list my name is Bower and I am a diabetic 2. I live in Sutherlin Oregon and am involve in special olympics. Take care, Sincerely Bower New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Welcome Becky to the list my name is Bower and I am a diabetic 2. I live in Sutherlin Oregon and am involve in special olympics. Take care, Sincerely Bower New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Welcome Becky to the list my name is Bower and I am a diabetic 2. I live in Sutherlin Oregon and am involve in special olympics. Take care, Sincerely Bower New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 welcome Becky ) Subject: New member To: blind-diabetics Date: Friday, February 20, 2009, 9:54 PM Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 welcome Becky ) Subject: New member To: blind-diabetics Date: Friday, February 20, 2009, 9:54 PM Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 welcome Becky ) Subject: New member To: blind-diabetics Date: Friday, February 20, 2009, 9:54 PM Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Hi Becky, Welcome to the list! I'm dany from Dunwoody, Georgia where I live with my wife and two daughters. I am also a type 1 diabetic which I contracted in 1960. I look forward to your contributions to the list which is a treasure trove of diabetic wisdom. New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Hello Becky, Welcome you to the lists. I hope you will like it here. You stated that you are no longer an diabetic wow that is a miracle. O. Gethers e-mail address : oag1rottie@... or O.Gethers@... window live messenger: oag1rottie@... aim: durangoadd64 skype: cowboys62 yahoo messenger: OADDISONGETHERS New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 Hello Becky, Welcome you to the lists. I hope you will like it here. You stated that you are no longer an diabetic wow that is a miracle. O. Gethers e-mail address : oag1rottie@... or O.Gethers@... window live messenger: oag1rottie@... aim: durangoadd64 skype: cowboys62 yahoo messenger: OADDISONGETHERS New member Hi, My name is Becky and I had Type 1 diabetes for over 20 years. I have a guide dog named Mulligan and had a kidney pancreas transplant in 1999. I am no longer considered a diabetic by my doctors, but I still live a diabetic life when choosing what I eat and I am also very interested in learning about the latest technologies and improvements for diabetics. I look forward to hearing from members in this group and have a lot I can share about my own ups and downs of having diabetes. Thanks, Becky No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.11.1/1962 - Release Date: 2/20/2009 7:26 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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