Ti-girl 0 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 Okay Since I've been 4 or 5 I've been hypoglecmic and have been able to keep it under control during my training days.A few weeks ago I was feeling really sick and thought it was just from being run down. Well turns out that my hypoglycimia has gone into full blown type 1 diabetes.Doesn't bother me for the most part, but I play usually about 30+ minutes a game on my one team. I check my Blood sugar during intermissions or breaks in the play, but I'm having a tough time with keeping it stable.I've talked to my doctor and we've spoken about different foods and what not, but with the amount of sports I play I can't keep up. (I play fastball 5 times a week, women's hockey twice a week and guys once a week.)Anyone have any experience with this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kosydar 0 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 My roommate has diabetes and recently started to play. His situation is different from yours though because he has had diabetes for ten years, so he learned how to play hockey with diabetes. He takes his testing prick and everything on the bench and deals with it between shifts. He is on the insulin pump, but I'm pretty sure he takes it off when he plays. He'll also drink a caprisun on the bench if he gets low. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chippa13 1844 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 Nick Boynton could have a good example to follow. When he first turned pro was when he was diagnosed, I believe. He must have some good info on being a top level athlete with Diabetes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RadioGaGa 162 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 I'd say as well as educating yourself...make sure your coaches/teammates are educated about the disease, and what can happen to your body if you get low/high. What they should watch for during practices and games.Another Pro who has diabetes is Ajay Baines in Hamilton. I know he has done some local speaking to schools and stuff about living/playing with diabetes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3804 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 Bobby Clarke. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foppa21 0 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 Do you have an endocrinologist or have you just been talking with your primary care physician?kosy, do you know which pump your roommate has? I have an Animas insulin pump but it seems like everyone I meet has one of the Minimed pumps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheesehead 0 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 my friend has diabetes and everywhere he goes he brings a juice box in his backpack or some skittles (fun size) along with his checker incase he gets low. I would put some of these in your purse and hockey bag. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kosydar 0 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 Do you have an endocrinologist or have you just been talking with your primary care physician?kosy, do you know which pump your roommate has? I have an Animas insulin pump but it seems like everyone I meet has one of the Minimed pumps.I want to say its a Medtronic, does that sound right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foppa21 0 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 Yeah, it's the same as Minimed. How long has he had his? I swear insulin pumps are the best thing since sliced bread. They definitely restore a lot of quality of life to those of us with IDDM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kosydar 0 Report post Posted July 30, 2007 He got it in like December/January, so not that long ago. He loves the thing, and I don't blame him. Not having to give yourself shots every hour or so must be nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foppa21 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 It's amazing! I've been on different Animas pumps for 6 1/2 years and would never go back to injections. It's so much better than doing injections that it's damn near incomparable. It definitely says something about control on the pumps vs. shots when a lot of pediatric endocrinologists are starting their new diabetics on a pump fresh off their diagnosis. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mack 44 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 My condolences, Ti-Girl because I'm hypoglycemic and waiting for that angry shitworm to turn into diabetes. I can't stand the shakes but thank god for peanut butter crackers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fury of One 6 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 I've been diabetic since 4 1/2 years old and it does suck but I don't want to go on the pump. I just don't like the idea of wearing that all the time and maybe it's just the sadist in me but I rather stick myself whenever I eat. I've kept good control of it but have had episodes while playing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ti-girl 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 My condolences, Ti-Girl because I'm hypoglycemic and waiting for that angry shitworm to turn into diabetes. I can't stand the shakes but thank god for peanut butter crackers.I hear you. When I was training for WJ kayaking I had to have something in my boat at all time. After the races I remember throwing up and shaking and every once in a while blacking out. First sign things are going bad.My biggest thing is keeping it stable right now. I work 2 jobs and play ball and hockey. And its hot as hell here and when it gets hot I don't eat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foppa21 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 Ti-girl, I'm curious, what kind of treatment regimen does your doc have you on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mack 44 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 My condolences, Ti-Girl because I'm hypoglycemic and waiting for that angry shitworm to turn into diabetes. I can't stand the shakes but thank god for peanut butter crackers.I hear you. When I was training for WJ kayaking I had to have something in my boat at all time. After the races I remember throwing up and shaking and every once in a while blacking out. First sign things are going bad.My biggest thing is keeping it stable right now. I work 2 jobs and play ball and hockey. And its hot as hell here and when it gets hot I don't eat.At least when I know I'll be doing something active like that I can at least prepare somewhat, even though it'll sneak right up and bite me on the ass. What I do hate is the times it comes up and I'm driving home or just in the office working. After a couple times of feeling like I was going to pass out I just make sure I have nuts and peanut butter things in my desk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ti-girl 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2007 My condolences, Ti-Girl because I'm hypoglycemic and waiting for that angry shitworm to turn into diabetes. I can't stand the shakes but thank god for peanut butter crackers.I hear you. When I was training for WJ kayaking I had to have something in my boat at all time. After the races I remember throwing up and shaking and every once in a while blacking out. First sign things are going bad.My biggest thing is keeping it stable right now. I work 2 jobs and play ball and hockey. And its hot as hell here and when it gets hot I don't eat.At least when I know I'll be doing something active like that I can at least prepare somewhat, even though it'll sneak right up and bite me on the ass. What I do hate is the times it comes up and I'm driving home or just in the office working. After a couple times of feeling like I was going to pass out I just make sure I have nuts and peanut butter things in my desk.Yeah, I always have some food in my glove compartment and in my backpack. Granola bars are really good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ti-girl 0 Report post Posted August 1, 2007 Played my first game yesterday.Got an assist too! Got a bit shaky and when I went to do the bloodsugar test I ended up bruising myself I was shaking so badly...*sigh*Things I gotta learn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foppa21 0 Report post Posted August 1, 2007 Played my first game yesterday.Got an assist too! Got a bit shaky and when I went to do the bloodsugar test I ended up bruising myself I was shaking so badly...*sigh*Things I gotta learnWay to go! What kind of meter do you have? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ti-girl 0 Report post Posted August 1, 2007 I have the one touch ultra mini. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foppa21 0 Report post Posted August 1, 2007 I'm not familiar with that meter. Can you test using your forearm or do you have to use your fingertips? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ti-girl 0 Report post Posted August 1, 2007 Either or.I've been doing my finger so I don't have to take off my elbow pads... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foppa21 0 Report post Posted August 2, 2007 I would definitely go forearm when you don't have the pads on. It's ridiculous how many more nerve endings there are in the fingertips! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fury of One 6 Report post Posted August 2, 2007 Using the B-D Ultra Fine 33s doesn't really hurt that bad and I usually test from my fingers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoffer 0 Report post Posted August 2, 2007 My teammate has diabetes and takes smarties with him most places so if his blood sugar gets low. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
