I'm beginning to think my genes make me more likely to develop diabetes than most people. That statistics say genetics play a part in developing Diabetes. And It's not just not 1-2 or even 3-4 family members with Diabetes. It's 20+ , it might even be closer to 30. Over 20+ family members who share at least half of my genes have Diabetes on my Mom's side.
My Grandpa (type 2) had diabetes and at least 6 (of 10) of his children had it. My Mom would of most likely been diagnosed with Diabetes but she died at the age of 42. My Aunt B (type 1) told me my Mom was "borderline diabetic". My mom died when I was 12 but I remember she had the "crazy thirst", like I do now. My brother has that thirst too and a few other symptoms. He's being tested Monday. His blood sugar caused concern during a recent work physical, it was 156. Mine was 407 on Sunday.
Obesity plays a part in the development of diabetes, I am not obese. I'm 10-20 lbs heavier than a year ago. Last summer I spent half of it in a 2 piece bathing suit. I wore a size 6 in jeans, I'm in a size 8 now. My BMI (Body Mass Index) was 25 a few months ago.
Realistically the odds were stacked against me. Genetics might have sealed my fate along with poor food choices. I was less likely not to develop diabetes. Once I'm diagnosed I do know where I will purchase insulin and testing supplies..... Walmart (the seventh circle of Hell) . As much as I detest Walmart, they do try to help the uninsured by keeping the prices down on medicine and testing supplies. With medical attention and better eating habits my life will be long.
This is a picture of my nieces (fraternal twins). They are my brother's grand daughters. I wonder which one will develop diabetes? One, both or neither?
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