[Diabetes-talk] I'm a silent Diabetic

Wed Nov 5 16:27:18 UTC 2008

Hi Kijuana,
    I do not recommend the Prodigy Autocode because the Prodigy Voice is far 
better.  For one thing, the Autocode will only give you one reading, or when 
you stick your finger it will only tell you your blood glucose level one 
time.
    The Prodigy Voice will repeat the results as often as you want.
    In my opinion the Prodigy Voice is easier to use because all control 
buttons, when pushed, will tell you what they are.  Note: I found the 
Prodigy Autocode easy to use, but not nearly as easy as the Prodigy Voice.
     Some of the messages you have received offer emotional support, but 
didn't go into great depth.  I will send to this list some information on 
emotions, which may be helpful.  I would also be happy to talk with you as 
the emotional aspects of diabetes can be difficult to deal with. I have had 
diabetes for about fifty years and would be happy to talk with you if you 
want.  My phone number is 573-875-8911, or if you would like, send me your 
phone number off-list, and I will call you.  By for now.

Regards,
Ed Bryant
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "K C" <kcc86 at hotmail.com>
To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 4:23 AM
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] I'm a silent Diabetic


> Thank you for the welcome.  Actually I have only just gotten information 
> about even ordering a meter yesterday.  My state rehab is recommending the 
> Prodigy auto code meter?  What is the difference between that one, and the 
> voice?  I receive Medicate, and Medicare, all parts.  In general, can you 
> get new testing strips for these special meters at your local pharmacy, or 
> do you have to order them always from Prodigy.  And lastly does your list 
> offer emotional support?  I'm still in shock, and am scared to death... 
> Before last Thursday I didn't even know I had this.  Thank you all.
> Kijuana
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Ed Bryant" <ebryant at socket.net>
> To: "Diabetes Talk for the Blind" <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Monday, November 03, 2008 3:42 PM
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] I'm a silent Diabetic
>
>
>> Hi Kijuana,
>>    I am glad you have joined our Diabetes talk list.  There are probably 
>> several ways we can assist you, but first it sounds like your blood 
>> sugars are too high, so that should be an immediate goal to get the 
>> sugars down.
>>    Your doctor may  have already had you do a lab called hemoglobin A1C, 
>> which gives you your average blood sugar for a two or three month period.
>>    It sounds like you are testing your blood glucose levels, but there is 
>> a fairly new blood glucose monitor out, which is pretty easy to use for 
>> someone who is blind or has low vision.  It is called the Prodigy Voice 
>> and can be ordered from:
>> Homecare Supply of America
>>
>> Big Sandy, TX
>>
>> 800-333-1412
>>
>> Meter: $89.95
>>
>> Container of 50 strips: $21.95
>>
>>    If you have Medicare they will pay for the meter and a few strips, but 
>> they will only purchase you a new meter, I believe, every three years.
>>
>>    If you have Medicaid, they will help with a glucose meter, but they 
>> can be difficult to work with.  They are run state by state while 
>> Medicare is nation wide.
>>
>>    If you need to use Medicaid, please let us know, and I am sure you 
>> will receive help from this list.
>>
>>
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> Ed Bryant
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "K C" <kcc86 at hotmail.com>
>> To: <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Monday, November 03, 2008 9:12 AM
>> Subject: [Diabetes-talk] I'm a silent Diabetic
>>
>>
>>> Hello, everyone.  My name is Kijuana.
>>> On Thursday the 30th of October I was diagnosed with Diabetes after
>>> Uterine surgery on the 23rd of October.  I had no idea I had it.
>>>
>>> I'm so scared!  I have never had to stick myself to test my blood sugar 
>>> or
>>> anything else.  I know a little about it because I have had personal 
>>> friends
>>> who have
>>> suffered major complications from this disease, and some of them have 
>>> died.
>>> Logically I know it is something people live with, and control everyday. 
>>> I
>>> also understand that it is a very common illness.  It's just that it has
>>> never been a part of my daily life.
>>>
>>> I don't know how to act, or react now.  Because I have no symptoms I 
>>> don't
>>> know how to eat differently or anything else.  Over the past few days I 
>>> have
>>> continued to do like I always have, but the numbers on the blood tests 
>>> say
>>> different.  Its silence scares me more than if I had some weird 
>>> symptoms,
>>> went to my Doctor, and was diagnosed then.
>>>
>>> How do you deal
>>> with the days, weeks, and months after diagnoses emotionally?  They'll 
>>> be a
>>> lot of education I'll get in the coming weeks on diet, life style 
>>> changes,
>>> etc.  But what I really need right now is those who're living with this
>>> disease to share their experiences with me so I can put my feet on some 
>>> kind
>>> of ground.  Thank you for reading all this.  I feel totally disoriented. 
>>> My
>>> state services for the blind leave a lot to be desired, so my councilor
>>> doesn't even know where to begin as far as purchasing a meter, testing
>>> supplies, etc.  Any help will really be appreciated.
>>> Kijuana
>>>
>>>
>>
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