Thrivabetic: Thriving with Diabetes
Why does your blood sugar have to spike to 300 after sitting at 50 for what felt like an eternity? And why are people still asking if you ate too much sugar when you were diagnosed? Is it really possible to thrive with such a physically and mentally draining disease? Kate, a 27 year old with Type 1 Diabetes since 10 years old, discusses her highs and lows living with a chronic illness. Along with this, she sits down with a variety of guests that give insight on topics such as mental health, traveling, exercise, diet, and life's big moments with diabetes.
Thrivabetic: Thriving with Diabetes
#11 What is Type 3c? with Maya (@papayabetic)
This week Kate talks with Maya, a Type 3c Diabetic, to learn about her story of being born with congenital hyperinsulinism, undergoing multiple surgeries before having her pancreas removed as an infant, and what it's like for her to live with Type 3c now. We also discuss how and why Maya raises awareness for Type 3c Diabetes and how we as a diabetic community can be more inclusive of the many different types that exist. To learn more and connect with Maya on social media you can find her on Tiktok and Instagram @papayabetic.
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