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Did you have any diabetes-related achievements or milestones in 2022? Share what you’re proud of in the comments!
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After 3 years as a TYPE 2 (misdiagnosed) and 17 as a TYPE I on MDI (blood glucose meter only) with an a1C in higher 6 range, 4 years with an insulin pump and a CGM (in “auto” mode and manual) low 7 range, the last two a1C readings were 6.0 and 6.2.
Only 24 1/2 years diagnosed so still a baby to many. With no complications, no repercussions, minimal lifestyle disadvantages.
At the end of 2022 plan to start 2023 with steps of retirement. Might get out of here alive?
I have 3: maintained an A1C of 6 throughout 2022 (TIR 92%), became a Medtronic Champion and completed 11 more state high points to be at 45! Only 5 to go, looking forward to 2023!
My last two A1C’s were 5.8 and 5.7 (tested this week). Had improved my distance running speed to levels equal to 5 years ago (but recently injured my back). Now, I’m riding my bike and walking.
Feeling my age (69), but still kicking.
Also, shared the T1DExchange online address with two T1D’s within the past month.
My sense of balance deteriorated, despite practicing one-legged exercise with hands above kitchen counter, so I only can use gym stationary bike for aerobic. I wonder if my loss of balance is connected to my needing hearing aids? Having to stop and start at intersections and crosswalks while biking on street I could never get heart rate high enough for much aerobic benefit, but it felt good and saved on gasoline.
Yes, bike riding does not raise my heart rate enough, unless I stand up and pump as hard as I can for as long as I can. But, I have damaged my bike doing that. That’s my problem, I push myself beyond my limits.
But, we must keep on moving forward and doing what we can to improve our lives.
Best wishes,
Happy to have achieved 90% time in range consistently over 90 days
Started my 58th year with T1D. Only complication is CAD.
CAD?
CAD is coronary artery disease, a complication of long term diabetes.
I started the Tandem pump with IQ control. This has helped me stay within range 86% of the time. That’s a positive for me : )
I do have several complications after 62 years of T1D, but it’s all okay.
I managed my diabetes for a 2 and a half week trip to Madagascar, a very third world country.
Presented at ADA.
Another year of A1Cs under 5.5%, and another year of no hypos requiring assistance. Here’s to beginning year #7 telling it who’s boss.
Please share again how you do this. With a CGM and pump? Or CGM and a pod? And? Or?
@wanacure : CGM (Dexcom), Tandem pump, but no IQ. My alerts are 70 and 110, with target 90. I set this soon after diagnosis as I would get a headache by 120 and if I couldn’t get it down quickly, migraines ensued by 130, by 150 I’m in pain. I have to act quickly.
Eating keto-ish low carb per Dr Bernstein (not fad keto) made an enormous difference. No sugar alcohols ever, no artificial sweeteners ever.
I weigh out most of my food for precision, carb-protein-fat in same proportion per meal. Extended bolus. I eat almost no grains, ever, I just don’t tolerate those carbs well at all. I call restaurants a week ahead to check ingredients, amounts, etc.
I also use Semaglutide to tamp down excess glucagon (wow, huge difference!) and Low Dose Naltrexone (mostly for my rheumatic autoimmunes, but it helps reduce my insulin needs somehow!).
Walks, hikes, strengthening, yoga, when I can.
A lot of attention and work, but with 5 autoimmunes…I need to, if I want to retire someday and enjoy it.
Maintaining an A1c less than 5.5% during my 3rd pregnancy – with two toddlers running around and keeping me busy!
Achievements? Staying even keel.
In spite of gale force hurricane headwinds, forest fire fury of some days feeling like the height of LeBron James and other days feeling like that of Danny DeVito. This T1D is a ride. And not always a joy ride. ☝️
Making it another year in one piece, after 54 years of membership in the T1D club. 8-29-2023 will be my 55th Diaversary.
I’ve been a type 1 diabetic for 42 years🙏🏻
Me too. And a dog lover as well.
@Isabel Negron. Blimey, we must have attended the same hospital/clinic as I’ve also been a Type 1 for 42 years. (Diagnosed in October 1980.) 😉
The only diabetes-related milestone for me in 2022 was that I began using the Medtronic 780G pump along with Guardian 4 Sensors.
I can take on my treatment and make it more efficient
I turned 65 this year and was able to retire. I was diagnosed in 1966 and was told most Juvenile Diabetics didn’t live past 40 years! Celebrating every year!
42 years with Type 1 and thankful for no complications!
Have been able to lower my A1C to 6.0/6.1 4 times this year.
year 19 of T1D, year 2 of CGM
A1C in mid 5s all year
TIR > 90%
stopped doing IF (500 calorie day version) so we’ll see how the numbers look at endo visit in January
IF = Intermittent Fasting? Only 500 calories per day? My doctors would freak out if I even dreamed about that. Does your doctor suggest adding a daily vitamin/mineral pill?
All of my A1C’s were in the 5.4-5.8 range. No trouble with bad hypos.
Made it through another year without major mishap-broken ankle but not diabetes related……my 61st year diaversary will be 4-22-2023, and 50th wedding anniversary in May. Steady as she goes, mate………
Celebrated 30 year diaversary with no complications! Also made a switch from Medtronic to Tandem/Dexcom and couldn’t be happier!!
Blessings
In support of me “unusual” diabetes struggles
Been type 1 for 19 years but now am “insulin resistant” & fit in the “A typical” group
And now in the “Radiant” study that do research for help in my A typical struggle
Jim.
Symptoms my health care team and I attributed to Type 1 diabetes complications for 5 years turned out to be the result of another, unusual healthcare problem that I had verified and fixed at Mayo Clinic. My quality of life is so much better! Listen to your gut and don’t give up if you feel the dx or treatment aren’t right!
I didn’t die or have any diabetes related issues.
Eliminated almost all Hypo events, TIR in the 90% and A1c of 5.4 after 59 years T1
6.1 A1C, and after starting the O5, I had 90 straight days 70% TIR or more!
Maintained an A1C of 6.3 all year, amazing for my T1
This past Easter, I’ve made it 25 years as a Type 1! Holy cow!
Wishing good health and blessings to everyone for 2023!
As a T1D for over 25 years my A1C is the best yet at 5.6. Thank you Tandem CIQ, Dexcom and the Juicebox podcast for all the helpful tips ❤️
I had a couple of achievement that I met and will continue into the new year 2023. First, I wanted to maintain my blood sugar between 140 and 180 during tennis games. I learned to adjust the macronutrients of my food before tennis to lean more toward fats and proteins and, save the carbs after tennis.
I was able to get my A1C to 5.6 without suffering from frequent low blood sugars.
A1C of 6.3 at 48 year mark.
My new endocrinologist doesn’t automatically reject the idea that someone my age could be diagnosed T1, rather than insisting that because of my grey hair I couldn’t be anything but T2.
Achieving a 5.9 A1c!
The only achievement I made in 2022 is 66 years of not being back to the hospital for T1D related issues. Praise God
Great goal
I finally got my A1C down to 7.3 . First time in 29 years.
My A1C finally came down below 6 to 5.8 after getting the OMIPOD Generation 5. I also have been sleeping through the night without a low alarm. Love it!!!
On Dec 27, 2022 I celebrated 72 years since my T1D diagnosis.
amazing. i bet the advances in technology have been incredible to see come along.
Bruce, what is your age now ? I am 901/2 and 70 years T1D…. Brian, I have not used many of the asvances…..
Forget Franco Harris (as a major STEELERS fan) or Mike Tyson, you guys are real heroes!
Yes, I began using a CGM (game changer). Have a love/hate relationship with it, but mostly love. It showed me just how erratic are my BGs are, but A1c went from 7.5 to 6.9 right away.
I made it thru another year.
Every year is an achievement, happy to be alive and coping well with T1D.
A1C of 5.9
refused to be bullied by or allow my endo, cgm rep and the pharmacy to dump their error upon me. just because they tell you that’s just “how it is” doesn’t mean you have to accept it. without us diabetics they wouldn’t have a career or business. fight for your health and your rights as a patient. trying the new inhalable insulin is a game changer for knocking down highs. i give kudos to my endo for some new treatment options i wasn’t aware of. looking forward to further visits with him. its not always a perfect journey, but one you can control. keep up the good work everyone!!!
I agree !!!
Joined JDRF Ride (2021) and did first in person ride at El Tour de Tucson this year.
Made it through my fourth year of having to ration my Novolog. (Humalog allergy) and start my 41st year of T1D on January 5, 2023.
70 years of T1D…
Yes, I reached.my 52and year with Diabetes T1 and I am feeling very good moving forward with I offering myself as an Advocate for the condition oof Diabetes as well as Mental Health to the HSE AUTHORITY in Ireland, I have met with an official recently and I am looking forward to offering my vast years of education and experience to those that need support and help in my health area of the country.
After more than a decade with A1cs 7.2-7.8%, finally got it down to 6.8% this year with fewer lows. (On Tandem Control IQ and Dexcom 6)
I celebrated 67 years of living with T1 D last April. I consider every day a victory.
I got put on Dexcom’s CBGM and the Omnipod 5. Soon I will be put on automatic insulin delivery mode and am excited/concerned about that because Dexcom often loses signal.
My biggest accomplishment: I’m hopeful! I was diagnosed in 2021 and it was hard but 1.5 years later, I realize it’s not so bad. So yeah, being hopeful is definitely my biggest accomplishment.
Celebrating 20 years T1D and 8 years with an A1c under 5.5% (with no significant lows and full Endo support!)
I had my first A1c below a 6.0, after 38 years of living with T1D
Minimize extreme swings
In 2022 I wanted to learn more about Type 1 Diabetes and Menopause. Thanks to the support of members of the community who are experiencing this life stage I was able to collect data for analysis. The analysis was then written up as a paper and I had the privilege of presenting this at the 9th International Electronic Conference on Sensors and Applications in November 2022.
Using multiple daily injections (MDI), diet and some exercise (walking to grocery store, e.g.), after 63 years of T1D, November 2022 my A1c was 6.1 (128 mg/dl). Not unusual for me. Still cannot believe I’m 79 in a few months. Still walk with no cane. No complications except a little neuropathy in both feet, but no pain. Maybe there IS something to Western Medicine? I’ll keep reading your advice so I can maintain (increase?) muscle mass percentage of my body weight AND get A1C below 6.0.
if you want something for neuropathy, try alpha lipoic acid.
my endo is NOT a vitamin guy since they aren’t regulated. he’s not fond of IF either but since it made the change in my A1C from 6.8/7.0 down to mid 5’s, he lives with it.
I am finally getting my A1c back down and have started losing weight!
I got a new pump and CGM.
Yup. I freakin stayed ALIVE! Quite pleased by that serious accomplishment!
36 years of T1D. 26 years of being an insulin pump patient.
Moved to a different state and found a new T1D care provider I like.
A1c stayed in the 6s! w00t!!
Scored my lowest A1C in December- 6.8, usually around 7.2
T1D since 1970 with no complications.
I have been losing more weight and trying to exercise more