What was your reaction when you knew that you have diabetes?I was so young I didn't really understand, I I didn't really care. I was excited because meant I got attention. Did diabetes effect on your life negatively ?Yes. Diabetes, makes sick. I stunted my growth, making me short. I feel different from other people and have certain restrictions that others don't. How did you feel when your blood/sugar level increased or decreased?Decreases: I feel shaky and sweaty. I also feel disoriented. Increases: I have immense stomach pain, and I get very thirsty and irritable. How many injections do you get in a day?When checking my blood sugar, I get lots of pokes. I'm on an insulin pump though, so I only get real injections every three days. What struggles did you go through?One of my biggest struggles was always remembering to check my sugar and to count the carbs that I was eating. Do you have a limit amount of food to eat?Yes, I have a limited amount of carbs that I can eat a day, or else my blood sugar will be high. Do you eat unhealthy food after your know that you have diabetes?Of course! I love sweets and junk food just like everyone else! I just have to watch what I eating have will give my self enough insulin accordingly. What is the highest or lowest blood/sugar level did you reach to?My highest blood sugar was at 730 and my lowest was 43. Is there a specific food you need to eat?Nope! I can eat anything anyone else does. At which age did you get diabetes?I was 7 years old when I was diagnosed. How much is your sugar level usually?My blood sugar levels vary, but typically they're around 230.When did you find out that you have diabetes?When I was 7 years old, I was very sick and had to go the doctor, he sent me to the hospital where I was diagnosed. What type of diabetes do you have?I have Type 1 diabetes.How has it impacted your life?I've had to grow up faster. I'm always having to think about what I eat and how it will impact the way I feel. I also have to be cautious what I do so that I don't break my insulin pump. How did your family feel and handle the situation?My parents were really upset and my mom would cry our of fear. My sister was scared when she would see my hooked up to machines in the hospital. What advice could you give to the younger people of the world today in order to make a difference?I would tell kids with diabetes that it's not the end of the world. You may never be "normal", but that doesn't mean you can't do want you want to do. most importantly you can still eat junk food.
