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The husband and I made a plan to focus much of our younger years on working hard as parents and entrepreneurs with the goal of enjoying the fruits of our labor later in our lives.
That vision was rocked when fifteen years ago, my husband, who was 35 at the time, was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
He spent almost an entire year complaining of constant headaches and dizziness before he finally decided to get it checked out.
Sure enough, the diagnosis was T2D.
We were both scared, having heard about all of the complications this could represent.
For example, up to 50% of individuals with type 2 diabetes may develop heart failure, and after it develops, there is no cure.
Worse yet was the revelation that after a heart failure diagnosis, the survival rate is 50% at five years and 10% at 10 years.
This mami wasn’t about to let her man go down that road.
So I did what I always do when I am faced with a challenge, I arm myself with as much information as I can.
The good news is that there are are actions you can take today that can make a huge difference in reducing your risk tomorrow.
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with T2D, I challenge and invite you to also arm yourself with the information you need to reduce the risk of HF.
Remember to talk to your doctor to understand your risk of heart failure and what immediate actions should be taken.
And definitely check out Diabetes Can Break Your Heart, a newly launched national movement with a goal to change the trajectory of heart failure (HF) in Type 2 diabetes (T2D).
This campaign offers a powerful declaration and rallying cry to raise awareness, create community action and spark dialogue between those with Type 2 diabetes and their healthcare providers to reduce the risk of HF.
I am happy to report that the Mister has his T2D under control and is in great health thanks to a proactive plan of attack.
I hope you will check out the Diabetes Can Break Your Heart movement and share it with your friends because knowledge truly is powerful.
Stay healthy amigas!
References
- American Diabetes Association. 10. Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Management: Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes—2019. Diabetes Care. 2019;42(suppl 1):S103-S112.
- National Institutes of Health. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Heart Failure. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/heart-failure. Last accessed September 16, 2019.
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14 Responses
Thanks for providing this informative post. I’m glad to hear that your significant other has his T2D under control.
My nephew was just diagnosed with Type 1, and it’s overwhelming at times trying to figure out a good game plan to keep him healthy. I am glad your husband has his under control and is feeling better now!
This is great information. I didn’t realize that heart failure goes along with Type 2 Diabetes. I’m glad your husband is in good health and has this under control.
There are so many people in my family with type 2 diabetes. Good for your husband for keeping it under control and you for spreading awareness.
What a great campaign. I am glad this is being talked about to help others. I always worry about diabetes.
I am so happy to hear that he has his TD2 under control. We had a scare with my firstborn kiddo about two years ago with levels being so off. She changed her diet and learned more about her risks etc and so far, it’s under control and didn’t get into the range where meds are needed. (not sure which type that was though, to be honest)
I am praying for your husband’s total recovery. Thank you for sharing this information with us. This is such great way to spread awareness regarding Type 2 Diabetes.
Thank you for telling us your story. I know that it’s so hard to live with diabetes that’s why it’s so important to do check ups regularly.
It sure broke our hearts. My mom was diabetic and my husband’s parents were diabetics. Thank you for sharing your story and raising awareness about this.
This is such an important topic I don’t think a lot of people think about all of the other things that come with diabetes.
Diabetes hasn’t run in either side of my family. But with me already having two autoimmune disorders, it wouldn’t surprise me if I got another one. I do tend to crave junk food all the time. 🙁 I need to be careful.
Such an important message and thank you for sharing. Glad to hear your husband has his diabetes under control. Having a check up annually is so important. Keep spreading this important message far and wide.
I am so glad to hear that your husband is doing well. Diabetes is such a scary thing. Thanks for sharing these resources.
The only experience with diabetes that I have had is my grandparents had it… But controlled with diet. So glad your husband is doing well.