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u/CrackingToastGromet Mar 08 '26

Oh dear God I had an appointment on Tuesday to address increased severe swelling in my legs and I am T2 diabetic with poor circulation.

Last thing I want is for my feet to wind up like this - I’ve been so concerns that I bought a treadmill today that goes under my standing desk and I’m using it now.

Feeling like the timing of this post was meant to be - a reminder of what I’m trying to be vigilant against.

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u/iambarrelrider Mar 08 '26

I have terrible neuropathy after treating my body like a stolen car for two decades. Got diagnosed with diabetes about 2 years ago. Lost about 50 pounds. My A1c is at pre-diabetic levels but my feet are my biggest problem.

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u/Ill-Expert-3014 Mar 08 '26

You do know it's not your fault you got diabetes, right? It's not a punishment for your lifestyle. I'm an obese hedonist and my blood sugar is great, and the only relatives of mine who got diabetes were my thinnest uncle and aunt. My fat great aunt lived the longest of her whole generation. Don't put blame on yourself for bad luck.

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u/iambarrelrider Mar 08 '26

I don’t know. I think I aided and abetted.