Can you share some type 2 diabetes horror stories about long - term complications?

Sure. One person had type 2 diabetes for years without proper control. They got kidney failure. They had to be on dialysis several times a week, which was not only physically exhausting but also very expensive. It completely changed their life and that of their family.

One horror story is when a person with type 2 diabetes ignored their diet completely. They kept eating lots of sugary and fatty foods. Eventually, they developed severe nerve damage in their feet. They could barely walk and were in constant pain.

A woman with type 2 diabetes had uncontrolled blood sugar. She developed diabetic ulcers on her legs. These ulcers got infected. Despite the efforts of doctors, the infection spread. She had to endure multiple amputations, starting with parts of her toes and gradually more of her leg. Her life was completely changed, and she became depressed as she lost her independence.

Sure. One time, my friend with type 1 diabetes was at a party. She was about to check her blood sugar and accidentally dropped the lancet. It bounced off a plate of cupcakes and landed right in a bowl of dip. Everyone just laughed and then helped her find a new lancet.

Sure. One success story is of a man who changed his diet completely. He cut out sugary drinks and processed foods. Instead, he focused on eating more vegetables, lean proteins like chicken and fish, and whole grains. After a few months, his blood sugar levels dropped significantly, and he was able to reduce his medication dosage.

One horror story is about a person who didn't manage their diabetes well. They constantly ignored their diet and skipped insulin shots. Eventually, they developed severe complications like kidney failure. It was really terrifying as they had to go through dialysis regularly and their quality of life deteriorated rapidly.

An adult woman with type 1 diabetes decided to become a diabetes educator. She uses her own experiences to teach newly diagnosed patients how to live a fulfilling life. She focuses on diet, exercise, and mental health aspects, showing that having type 1 diabetes doesn't mean giving up on your dreams. She travels around to different hospitals and clinics to share her story and knowledge, which has been really helpful for a lot of people.

Yes, there can be long - term complications. Some patients have reported nerve damage after Cool Sculpting. The extreme cold used in the procedure might affect the nerves in the treated area, leading to numbness or tingling that persists for a long time. This can be a real horror story as it can impact a person's quality of life.

Yes. There was a person who had Cool Sculpting a few years ago. At first, the results seemed okay. But over time, they noticed that the treated area started to look saggy. It was like the skin didn't tighten up as it should have after the fat cells were removed. Another long - term horror story is that some people experienced a recurrence of fat in the treated area. It was really frustrating for them as they thought Cool Sculpting was a permanent solution.

There are stories about people who developed corneal ectasia after LASIK Plus. This is when the cornea becomes thinner and bulges forward. It can lead to a significant loss of vision and is very difficult to correct. These patients were devastated as they thought they were getting a procedure to improve their vision but instead ended up with a serious and often irreversible eye problem. Also, some patients had trouble with their eyes feeling constantly irritated, like there was something poking in their eyes all the time, which made it hard for them to focus on anything.