Steven visited the endocrinologist today. No regular clinic visit. He still had to get his blood drawn for lipid panel and metabolism panel. Steven's counts all look good....most important is his glucose, cholesterol and lipids were all normal. The past huge spike in glucose was due to his immunosuppressants and TPN when he wasn't eating when admitted. Thank goodness. A diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes or pre-diabetic is a diagnosis that effects your health insurance the rest of your life. It's a stigma that you can't get rid of. I couldn't be more happy that his chemistries seem to be back to normal and even happier that he doesn't have to check his glucose anymore.
Steven has started the process to be a Peer Counselor for Be The Match. Be The Match will match Steven with BMT patients that have questions or concerns and want to talk to someone who has gone through the process. It's a great program...similar to the one I participated in for caregivers. It's so good to be able to vent or bounce ideas off someone who can emphasize and sympathize. Steven passed his background check and is currently working on his on-line training. It's good to give back!
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