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I need help managing my diabetes!
I try and try and nothing has changed. I still find it hard to remember to take my insulin and I still find it hard to watch what I eat and when I eat. I don't know what to do at this point anymore.
Is Diabulimia really bad for me?
I know “diabulimia” [skipping insulin and running really high blood sugars to lose weight] is bad for you, but is it really that bad if I just do it for a little while to lose weight quickly?
How do I beat the "diabetes blues"?
I've had diabetes for six years. At first, it was okay and I did a pretty good job. I'm in high school now and my diabetes really makes me angry, and kind of depressed. I know it's not the most awful thing to have, but I guess I just wish I knew how I could be happier.
Low-Carb and Hypoglycemia?
I’ve been thinking about eating less carbs because a lot of people say it helps with getting better blood sugars, being more sensitive to insulin and losing weight, but how can I eat less carbs without dropping low all the time? Seems like it would be kind of hard to do.
What would happen if I let my friends take a shot of insulin?
What would happen if I let my friends try taking an injection of insulin? Since they don’t have diabetes, would it not make any difference in their bodies?

Preventing Low Blood Sugars
How can I prevent really bad low blood sugars?
Do carbs for exercise make you gain weight?
Do the carbs that you have to eat for exercise make you gain weight?
How do I get rid of adhesive?
I use a pump and I love it, but I’m getting really, really sick of having the left-over gunk from the infusion site tape all over my old sites! I can’t get it off, and it looks gross. How do I get rid of it?
I know my friends care about me but...
I’m so, so, so sick of other people trying to tell me how to take care of my diabetes. I know they’re really just looking out for me, but it’s driving me nuts.
Gaining weight after a diabetes diagnosis
I gained weight after I was diagnosed with diabetes. I don't get it! I'm not really eating more and if anything, I'm eating much healthier food! Why did I gain weight?
Wearing a Prom Dress
What did you do with your insulin pump when you wore a prom dress?