Having Covid19 & Getting the Vaccine

REPOST from former blog My Type 2 Diabetic Life ©

May 28, 2021

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I was really scared of being a Type 2 Diabetic and getting the Covid19 virus. But my luck ran out, and I somehow caught the virus. Then in March, I finally got the vaccine.

The 411

The last week of 2020, I started feeling crummy. I was exhausted, slightly congested, had a cough and sore throat, a headache, and ran a low grade temperature. I went online and found a testing site; scheduled for the next morning, and knew in less than 24 hours that I was COVID Positive. 

Having a long q-tip stuck up your nasal passage, to what seemed like it must be your brain cavity, is not very pleasant. My eyes watered the entire rest of the day, and I felt like the q-tip was still there, even when it wasn’t.

I tried to quarantine from my husband, so that he wouldn’t get sick. But by the next week, he also had the virus. So we ended up quarantining together – New Year’s Eve was all COVID19. We were in bed asleep by 8 pm on the last night of 2020! 

All the right stuff… 

We did everything right – the way it was supposed to be done. Both of us stayed home mostly. We wore our masks any time we HAD to go out – and these were good, multi-layer fabric masks. Also, we washed the masks constantly, and had many extra ones available so that we didn’t have to use them twice.

We cleaned our hands with sanitizer and alcohol wipes every time we left any public place that we went into, and washed them thoroughly every time that we came back into the house. For extra measure, we even took our shoes off in the mud room, so that we didn’t track any further germs into the house.

We did everything right. Yet we STILL got the COVID19 virus. 

Recovery time & COVID19 brain

It took about six weeks to fully recover. I was really sick a good 14 days – fatigue, mild congestion, headache, sore throat, fever. But the fatigue hung on for another month, before I really felt normal again. I am so thankful that I did not have any serious complications from COVID19. 

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OH, and one thing that was really strange was the “brain fog” that both I and my husband felt. The struggle was REAL! Things that normally we would quickly be able to think to say, or might remember, or something simple that we would do were not normal. It was like the thought process was delayed for a few moments before my brain would kick in. We called it “COVID brain,” and laughed about it or rolled our eyes. But it’s really not funny. COVID19 is REAL and did a number on both of us, physically and mentally – even if it was only temporary.

COVID19 affects on my diabetes

So how did COVID affect my Type 2 diabetes? It seemed that my blood sugars were reading slightly higher than normal for about five or six weeks. I asked my endocrinologist about it, and she told me that was normal when you’re sick. Even my fasting levels were high – as if I’d just eaten a meal. And I really had very little appetite while sick. But gradually, my levels began to return to their pre-COVID levels.

The COVID19 Vaccine

At the end of March, I got a call from my endocrinologist that they were going to have some doses of the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine. Dr. Folb called me HERSELF. (Have I mentioned before how FABULOUS my endocrinologist is?) She called on a Friday, and asked me to be there the next Tuesday for the vaccine. So on March 30th, I drove into the Texas Medical Center and got my one dose Janssen COVID19 vaccine. 

Dr. Folb and I had talked a lot about the vaccine. We both decided that if possible, it would be best to get the one does vaccine, because I have experienced anaphylactic shock during previous medical procedures. My side effects were mild. Just a little fatigue, and the need to sleep a lot for about 48 hours. After that, I felt fine. 

There was a pause in giving the J&J vaccine about two weeks after I had received it, but as of this posting has now been resumed. All has been well with me in regards to the vaccine. Dr. Folb recently tested my COVID19 antibodies, and said that I have plenty to fight off any exposure for now.

I’ll say it again – COVID19 is serious! 

PLEASE, go get your COVID19 vaccine. My husband’s uncle passed away from complications of COVID19. We feel truly sad for this loss. Uncle Andy was a wonderful person, and is deeply missed. We know so many others who also have lost someone – several friends lost elderly parents, another friend lost her boss. Take a few moments to GET VACCINATED to protect yourself, your family, and friends. And continue to wash your hands frequently, with warm, soapy water.

Thanks for stopping by to read my blog. I love to get comments and hear what you have to say. Feel free to leave me a comment below.  

In the meantime, live well, and be well! 

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Summer Time & the Livin’ is Easy ~ Unless there’s a hurricane & you’re diabetic!

REPOST from former blog My Type 2 Diabetic Life ©

June 9, 2020

Hurricane Harvey – Houston Metro Area 
Images Credit: Kristin Coyle

Be Prepared!  It’s not just a motto for the scouts.  If you’re diabetic, and it’s hurricane season, you need to be prepared.  The National Hurricane Center designates June 1 – November 30 as the official dates of Hurricane Season.

If you’re living in the US, then you are probably aware that now “tis the season.”  Those of you who live along the Texas Gulf Coast probably cringe, along with me, when you think about it.  

This will be my first summer as a Type 2 Diabetic, so  I’m making my list and checking it twice.  I need to make sure we have all the normal things ready for hurricane season.  We have learned over the years that you need to keep two to three weeks of supplies on hand at all times.  

In 2008, when Hurricane Ike slammed into Galveston and Houston, we were without electricity for three weeks.  It was not pleasant, but thank goodness we were prepared.  

Hurricane Harvey – Houston Metro Area 
Images Credit: Kristin Coyle

When Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017, we were only without power for less than 24 hours.  (Living near NASA’s Mission Control may have had something to do with that.  We’ve been told we are on the same electrical grid as NASA, but I’m not positive about that.)

As you can see from my friend’s photos, as well as mine below, it’s a good idea to have your hurricane preparedness kit ready. And a great idea is to put it all in one of those clear plastic boxes, because if it DOES flood in your house, you can just float your box out with you when you evacuate.

This was my husband's drive to work.
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More Hurricane Harvey Images –  from our neighborhood
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Hurricane Harvey – this was my cousin’s front yard. We went to help them clean out from their kitchen. They had over three feet of water. It is still just heartbreaking to think of. She told me “all our worldly possessions were in our front yard.”  
Image Credit: Molly Deats, Dickinson, Texas

Over the years, we’ve learned that we need to keep these things on hand:

• Batteries for our lanterns
• Working lanterns (yep, checking to make sure the light bulbs are still working in them)
• Water
• A first aid kit and supplies – bandaids, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, etc. 
• Shelf stable foods/snacks
• Pet food
• Paper goods like toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, and even plastic eating utensils. 
• Battery powered radio and tv – charged and ready to go.  Yes, we have a battery powered tv.  It’s crucial to know what’s going on.
• Battery charger for cell phones – charged and ready to go
• Cash – always have some spare cash – ATMs don’t work when there’s no electricity
• A full tank of gas

People don’t realize that when the electricity goes out, you can’t use the water because the water plants can’t purify the water for you!  So having those paper goods is important, because you won’t be cooking or washing dishes until it comes back on. 

I got a cool rechargeable backup battery power bank off of Amazon.  It is awesome.  I charge it once and can recharge my cell phone anywhere, getting full charges, multiple times.  We can even plug in two phones at once.  

If you click HERE, you can see the one that I got.  This is great for anytime that you might lose electricity, or just don’t have access to charge your phone in an electrical outlet.

The battery powered tv mentioned in my check list above is similar to one that I found on Amazon. Click HERE for that cool gadget.

Besides all of these normal things, this year I have to make sure that I’ve got plenty of supplies for my diabetes.

For me, that includes all of these things:

A  document that lists the following, placed in a zip lock baggie: 

• I’m Type 2 Diabetic
• my doctor’s name and phone number
• a list of all medications, allergies
• a copy of my most recent labs 
• names and phone numbers of important relatives
• a copy of my health insurance card
• a copy of my drivers license

My diabetes supplies — for me, that means my meter, a back up meter, and my test strips.

For others, that may mean your insulin or oral diabetic medications, a cooler and some cold packs to keep your insulin cold.  Also syringes and a container to put the used ones in.  Also, you may need items to treat your high or low blood sugar.

If you have insulin that needs to be refrigerated, and your electricity goes out, there’s also this cool gadget, which is an insulin cooler.  It can plug into a wall outlet, your car (cigarette charger – they really need to rename that!), or it can be battery powered.  Click HERE to see one on Amazon.  They are really affordable.  

I’m also going to make sure that I have on hand at all times, non-perishable foods that are diabetic friendly.  For me that means foods like 

• canned tuna
• canned chicken
• beans
• whole wheat saltine crackers
• peanut butter (the kind with no sugar or salt)
• nuts – almonds, walnuts, cashews, peanuts
• protein bars (zero sugar ones)
• steel cut oats
• Trivia (stevia)
• water, water, water!

If you would like to have a printable Diabetic Emergency Check List to use, click HERE.  

Emergency Check List 
Credit: My Diabetes Emergency Plan (see link above)

My hope for all of us is that we will dodge the hurricanes this year, but I’m not going to bank on hopes and dreams for missing it this year.  The weather folks are already saying that it’s going to be a busy season, and since it’s the first week of June, and there have already been three named storms , I’ll err on the side of caution, and BE PREPARED.

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In the meantime, live well, and be well! AND BE PREPARED!    

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Coffee, Coffee, Coffee!

REPOST from former blog My Type 2 Diabetic Life ©

May 15, 2020

I don’t know about you, but I can’t start my day without my ritual of morning coffee.  It’s my coffee and a protein bar.  Every. Morning.  And I have favorites.  I can’t help it.  Some people are addicted to things like their bazillion calorie frozen margaritas for lunch or dinner, but me?  I have to have my coffee.  If it’s available in an IV, hook me up!

It would be a close race if I was in a coffee drinking competition up against Lorelei Gilmore!  (If you’ve never watched Gilmore Girls, you should!) 

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I get you, Lorelei Gilmore! 

I come from a family of enthusiastic coffee drinkers.  My parents were big coffee drinkers.  My dad drank coffee up until bedtime.  Both of his parents were coffee drinkers.  My dad’s father, “Pa” as we called him, drank his coffee out of a little bowl.  I always thought that was funny.  He drank his coffee like I like mine – with a little sweetener and some cream (stevia & fat free milk, in my case).  He passed away when I was young, but he would let me sneak a sip from his bowl when my parents weren’t looking.  

My mother used to tell me “it will stunt your growth” if I asked for a sip of her coffee when I was a kid.  Her mother, “Grandma” as she was known, drank a LOT of coffee.  Black and super strong.  Her father, “Grandpa” was his moniker,  was never a coffee drinker in my lifetime.  He was a penny-pincher, and the story goes that he declared if coffee became priced over $1.00 a can, then he would never drink another cup.  That price came and went, and he stopped drinking coffee cold turkey.  

So I guess I inherited that love of coffee from most of my family.  I love my Scotty P’s Big Mug Coffee, and my Think Smooth Peanut Butter protein bar.  As the Jonas Brothers sing “We go together… better than birds of a feather, you and me…” 

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Every morning I make my coffee and have my protein bar while I’m getting ready for my day.  Then I have another cup of coffee late morning, and often a cup of decaf after dinner.

I have tried coffee many ways – I’ve tried the Bulletproof method, and it tastes pretty good, but I don’t like the idea of all of the high fats that are consumed in that style of coffee – MCT oil (or coconut oil) and grass fed clarified butter… that was the only way that I’ve ever been able to drink a coffee without some sort of sweetener.  But I just couldn’t get beyond the idea of the high fat, since I am already watching my cholesterol.  

I don’t like the overly sweet fancy versions of coffee you get at some of the fancy coffee shops.  Just the regular drip is my preference.

When I make my coffee, I make a cup of my Scotty P’s Big Mug Coffee, I use a packet of Truvia (stevia), and a splash of ultra-filtered lactose-free, fat-free milk.  

I like the ultra-filtered milk because in an 8 oz serving, it has 13 grams of protein, 6 grams of sugar, 450 mg of calcium, and no lactose – the nutrition facts say that there are 6 carbohydrates in a serving, which is attributed to the sugar content of milk.  

A regular milk 8 oz serving has 8 grams of protein, 12 grams of sugar, 276 mg of calcium, and contains lactose.  There are several brands of ultra-filtered milk.  Many people are familiar with Fair Life, which I have tried before, but I use MooTopia, which is produced by the same corporation, but for a grocery here in our region.

I was worried when I was diagnosed as a Type 2 Diabetic, because I have read in a few places that caffeine could cause blood sugar spikes.  So I was not ready to quit coffee cold turkey.  

I began to purposefully check my blood sugar levels at 30 minute and one hour intervals after having my morning coffee, so that I could make sure I wasn’t sabotaging myself. 

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My waking blood sugar has recently been hovering between 87 – 97 every morning for the past few weeks.  My endocrinologist, Dr. Folb, told me that my fasting blood sugar goal needs to be 105 or below.  Yay!  I’m an over-achiever!

Thirty minutes after drinking my morning coffee and having my protein bar, I have averaged a blood sugar between 118-124.  One hour after drinking my coffee and having my protein bar, my blood sugar has averaged 112-118.  Dr. Folb told me after a meal, it’s ok if my blood sugars get up to 140, and then come back down by the next meal.

Blood sugar check 1 hour after last drink of coffee.

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I’ve not gained any weight back, and my blood sugars have remained in the ranges that my endocrinologist has set for me.  So luckily, I am able to continue drinking my coffee.  

My afternoon and evening coffees are averaging the same numbers.  I’ve asked other Type 2 diabetics what their experiences with coffee are.  I’ve gotten a range of responses.  Some are like me, and it doesn’t affect their blood sugars.  Others have said that they get serious spikes in their blood sugar after just one cup of coffee.  

The most important thing that I would tell another Type 2 Diabetic is to talk to your endocrinologist, and ask them first. Like any food or beverage that you put into your body, always check your blood sugar.  I am always watching what I eat and drink, and checking my blood sugars – if there’s a spike, then I’m all over it like Nancy Drew, being the detective to find out what spiked my sugars, so that it doesn’t happen again.

Let me hear from you in the comments.  If you’re a Type 2 Diabetic, please tell me (in the comment section here) your thoughts on drinking coffee.  

• Does it spike your sugars?  
• How long have you been a coffee drinker?  
• Could you stop drinking it if your doctor told you that you had to stop?  

I’m curious.  

And for those of you who are not diabetic, what are your thoughts on drinking coffee?  I’ve read studies that suggest that if you drink several cups of coffee a day, that it can possibly prevent diabetes.  Obviously, not my case… but I would still love to hear from you in the comments section. 

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In the meantime, continue with your social distancing, live well, and be well!   

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My lab results are back!

 REPOST from former blog My Type 2 Diabetic Life ©

May 2, 2020

After my appointment with Dr. Folb on April 13th, I got a call the next day about my lab results.  She told me that she would mail a copy of the full results, so that I could look at them.  

The good thing, she told me, was that the copy she would be mailing me would have not only the current results, but the previous results, so that we can begin to see where my body is going. 

My lab results are in!
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When I have bloodwork, Dr. Folb has told me there's no need to fast.  She wants to see where I am on a normal day – and most people don't fast all the time, so she wants to see what my levels are when I am myself.  

Last week I got the much anticipated letter in the mail with my lab results.  I was nervous and excited to open them.  So here are my results:

Tested	Result 1/17/20	Result 4/13/20	Range
Glucose	99	97	60-100 mg/dL
Hgb A1C	6.2	5.6	5.4 (Dr. Folb’s goal for me)
Blood Sugar	126	107	105 fasting  140 after meal (Dr. Folb’s goal for me)
Total Cholesterol	186	192	140-200 mg/dL
Triglycerides	186	210	<150 mg/dL
HDL (good)	34	36	>40 mg/dL
LDL (bad)	115	114	60-130 mg/dL

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There were many other test results, but these are the areas where we focused our conversation when I went for my visit on April 13th.  

On the bottom of the results, Dr. Folb wrote me a note that said:

“Jan here are some copies of labs.  Great job… See you in July. L Folb”

That was so exciting to receive.  First of all, I had NEVER had a doctor to write me a personal note like that for my lab work.  Not even a nurse.  

But to have my doctor call me a couple of days after the appointment and tell me my labs, then mail me a copy with a personal note acknowledging my hard work – it really did validate that I am working hard, and I’m all in when it comes to healing my body. 

This all started with a visit to an internal medicine doctor on November 13, 2019, when my A1C results were 8.1 – and 5 months later, I am 5.6. 

So even though some of my results might not be perfect or in a “normal” range, Dr. Folb was very encouraging.  Most importantly – my Type 2 Diabetes is now under control with diet and exercise!  

I will be a Type 2 Diabetic for the rest of my life – but now I have to continue to watch my diet, and to exercise.  Both of which are key factors in not relapsing back into out of control diabetes.  

I told Dr. Folb that I was concerned about the HDL not being where it should be.  She told me that hopefully as I continue to exercise and eat clean, that hopefully that could return to normal levels – I’m close… just not there yet.  

She said that it could also be just genetic and I may not be able to ever get it back to that “normal” range.  But overall, my total cholesterol levels are much better than they have been in the past.  

I am very ready for this COVID19 stuff to end.  I’m ready for the gym to open back up so that we can get back to our workout routine.   It’s time to get back to normal – but at the same time, I am a little nervous.  

I do know that a healthy body is more able to fight off illness than an unhealthy one – so I’m looking forward to going back to the gym soon!

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Follow Up Visits & Covid19 Weirdness

REPOST from former blog My Type 2 Diabetic Life ©

April 14, 2020

Super Endocrinologist, Dr. Leah Folb! 
After this brief picture, we went back
to our Social Distancing!
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Yesterday I had a follow up visit with my awesome endocrinologist, and my super supportive amazing husband accompanied me to my appointment.

I had some anxiety about the appointment, because of all that has been going on with the COVID19virus scare.  We are still under  “Stay at Home”  and “Social Distancing” orders in Houston, Texas.  

We’re only supposed to get out for essential needs like groceries and supplies, doctor visits, and exercise (while still maintaining six feet of social distancing).   I have been very concerned about coming into contact with anyone who could be infected with COVID19 – whether they were aware or not.  I know that as a Type 2 Diabetic, that I am at risk.

The drive from our home in the suburbs, to the doctor’s office near the Texas Medical Center, was very pleasant.  We left our house at 9am, and the traffic on the freeway was extremely light – it felt like a Sunday morning. We made it to the office in about 30 minutes.  

The drive was pleasant, and as we exited the freeway, we drove past NRG Stadium where the Houston Texans play football.  The signs that usually direct event traffic were directing potential COVID19 patients to one of the virus testing site and temporary field hospital that has been erected outside of one of the event buildings.  

That was very strange, because the last event there was the famous Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR), which was cancelled mid rodeo because of the virus.  Some of Houston’s first COVID19 cases were attributed to someone attending one of the HLSR events – the BBQ Cookoff.    

We love going to the HLSR and hearing the concerts.  It was a favorite time of the year, when we lived in the Medical Center area.  The Trail Ride even passed our house one year on their way to the rodeo event area at the stadium.  That was so exciting and unique to watch. 

And of course, my husband and I both grew up with Go Texan Day. Dressing up like a cowboy or cowgirl are cherished childhood memories of every native Houstonian, and is also enjoyed by the adults! (Everyone loves a “jean day” at work!)

I love the area of Houston where my doctor’s office is located.  I lived not far from the office both as a child, and as an adult, so it’s very familiar and brings back all the good feels.  

Beautiful drive to the doctor, near Rice University.
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We drove alongside the bedroom community of West University Place, and through one of my favorite shopping areas - Rice Village.

The drive in town was very peaceful, with all the old trees that created a green canopy of new spring leaves over the street.  

Prior to my appointment, the doctor’s office called to confirm my appointment, and told me that patients would have temperatures checked before being allowed to take the elevators to their doctor’s offices.  

I was also told that each patient was allowed only one support person to accompany them to an appointment and to wear a mask to the appointment.  (Not that it made any difference for me, because I only have my husband who would go with me – we are empty nesters.)

We had already been wearing masks for a couple of weeks when going out, so it was a relief to know that everyone at the doctor’s office would be complying with the federal and local recommendations to wear masks in public.

Got temped before being allowed to enter the elevator.
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Sure enough, when we arrived at the appointment, as soon as we walked in the door, there was a table set up with a person to take our temperatures.  

We were asked if we had any fever, cough, or breathing problems.  Once we were temped and were able to answer no to the questions, then we were given a nifty yellow wrist band, and allowed to go up the elevator to the doctor's office.

Got a wrist band before being allowed to
enter the elevator.
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To protect well patients who have appointments, a satellite clinic has been set up on one of the upper floors, with separate parking and entrance areas, so that there is no contact between potential COVID19 patients and well patients.  

They also made it clear that patients must call ahead to screen for the satellite clinic – no walk-ins allowed.  

The appointment with my endocrinologist was so great and encouraging.  It’s so very important that you like your doctor and are able to build a positive rapport together.  Dr. Leah Folb is, beyond measure, the BEST doctor that I have ever had in my life.  She is positive and kind, while at the same time being very honest.  

She started off by asking how I had been feeling.  We talked about my weight (I’ve lost 27 lbs in the past five months).  She asked what I was doing to help lose the weight.  I told her that we have been being much more cognizant of what we are eating – no sugar, very low carb, high protein.  I told her my biggest struggle in the beginning was my sweet tooth.  

Dr. Folb then asked how did I compensate for that – I told her that I eat fresh fruit,  nuts, and I even told her about my favorite protein bar that I have for breakfast with my coffee – the Think peanut butter protein bar ( zero sugar, 20 grams of protein, and 21 carbs).  And I also told Dr. Folb that we’ve started eating smaller portions. 

She included my amazing husband in the conversation, as well. He was able to help remind me of some of the things that we have been doing to lose weight and get healthy. It’s good to have someone to help recall, as well as have an extra set of ears to help remember what we discussed in the visit, once we get home.   

We talked about how we have been working out at the gym by our house five days a week – but we also discussed the fact that since the virus started, the gym has been closed.  She encouraged me to at least do some daily walks to get moving.  Dr. Folb said that I’m doing all the right things to lose weight, and said that the exercise is what will help keep the glucose and A1C levels down.  She looked at my recent glucose levels on my Dario app, and said that she is pleased.  

Dr. Folb also explained to me how diabetics are at risk if they get the COVID19 virus.  She told me that the symptoms can be worse if a diabetic has uncontrolled diabetes because the body’s immune system is already compromised in how it responds to infections, due to inflammation already present as a result of poorly managed diabetes.  

While trying to fight a virus like COVID19, inflammation can increase from the virus, and the immune system can begin to attack the body itself.  

At this point, Dr. Folb said that my Type 2 diabetes appears to be well managed with my diet and exercise, and for now, I do not need any diabetes medications!!  Yay!!!  

She said she is very curious to see the new results of my bloodwork.  I am super curious, myself!!  She said that she thinks my A1C will be lowered, as well as my lipids (triglycerides and cholesterol). We are hoping to get my A1C down to around 5.4 – which will become my new “normal.” 

She did mention that my thyroid medication could be a little high, so that level was also checked – and if needed, she will adjust that medication. 

My blood pressure was great!  117/65!  (Or maybe 63 – I didn’t write that result down, and I should have).  It hasn’t been that good in a very long time.  

I asked Dr. Folb at this point, what my high and low thresholds should be for my glucose levels.  She told me that she would like to see my fasting glucose levels to hover around 105, and my after-meals level to be around 140.

Dr. Folb did mention something that I have been reading about, and I’m glad that she did say it to confirm that my research is correct, and that is the fact that I have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.  My diagnosis will never go away.  It is important for me to be careful about what I eat, and to continue exercising, in order to maintain a controlled disease.

My visit with her was almost 40 minutes.  Most doctors see you 10-15 minutes and then shuffle you out the door and go on to their next patient.  This visit with Dr. Folb left me encouraged, energized, and feeling self-confidant!  The lifestyle changes that my husband and I have made have been absolutely POSITIVE!  

I am excited to get the results of yesterday’s bloodwork sometime later this week.  Hoping and praying that the results are as positive and encouraging as the rest of the visit. 

Needles don’t scare me! Time for some
bloodwork so we can find out how I’m doing.  
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I go back to visit Dr. Folb in July, and I’m really looking forward to it.  I know it sounds crazy to be excited to go to the doctor, but I am.  

Once I get my results, I’ll write a new post to update you.

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In the meantime, stay six feet away from everyone, wash your hands, live well, and be well!