Living with type 1 diabetes can be difficult sometimes, especially for an adolescent whose just newly diagnosed. Not only is it all over whelming but there are a lot of things to take into consideration. For me, my most difficult thing was my needles being regulated and on time every day. Beens as I am a teenager, I obviously like to go out with my friends and go to parties with everyone else, but having diabetes made this hard because I would have to stop what we were doing to eat, check my blood sugar, or even take a couple units of insulin. At first I thought my friends were going to get frustrated with me, but they completely understood. When it comes to parties, I myself decided that I wouldn't drink because my sugar levels were usually about 5.5 mmol so i really couldnt afford them to go much lower, especially considering I always drink more than i should. If you do decide to go out and get "drunk"with friends, know your limit an be with someone the whole night who knows the signs and symptoms of a low blood sugar spell. Going out with friends and doing typical "teenager" stuff can be a hassle sometimes, but it is possible. Its just a matter of trial and error!
Jenn :)
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