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Ginger Vieira

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posted 01/15/2009, comments (0)

ASK GINGER - How much weight can I lose by not taking my insulin and how long will it take?

Hi, How much weight can I lose by not taking my insulin and how long will it take? -LeanneBury Leanne, By not taking insulin in order to lose weight means you will be practicing an eating disorder known as "diabulimia." You will lose weight, but you will also permanently damage your eyes, kidneys, fingers, toes,... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Fran Cogen

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posted 10/01/2008, comments (0)

Diabetes and the Psyche

It has long been known that medical conditions play a role in your emotions (see blog on Diabetes and your Emotions). Generally, most people are able to overcome the ebb and flow of unpleasant emotions and move forward. However, many adults and teens develop more complex feelings related to diabetes that prevent them from functioning well in their... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/18/2008, comments (25)

Diabulimia -- My Story

There's a picture that I keep in a folder in my computer. I take it out to look at time to time, and although I know the girl in the picture (me at 8th grade graduation), I don't recognize the face that stares back. My eyes are sunken in, collar bone protruding because I'm so emaciated -- I'm a walking skeleton. ... Read more Chevron

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