Finding out I have type 2 diabetes at the age of 41 was a life-changing catalyst for me. I had been feeling completely drained, zapped of energy, and struggling with sleep apnea for a little over a year. Having a full blood panel after going to the doctor because of an unrelated health concern is what led to my type 2 diabetes diagnosis.
Three days before my 23rd birthday, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I didn’t look sick, I was pushing through exams, studying, and running off caffeine like your typical physician associate (PA) student. But in reality, I had lost 15 pounds in a month, was waking up constantly to urinate in the middle of the night, was incredibly tired, and had insanely dry skin. I was so tired I would pass out while studying at my kitchen table (at 2:30 p.m.), while going to the bathroom, or even getting up off my couch.
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