Diabetes testimonial
Caitlin's Diabetes Doesn't Slow Her Down
Managing diabetes is as much a part of Caitlin's life as dolls,
dancing and dress-up. Caitlin was diagnosed with diabetes
at just 10 months of age and was placed on a program
of daily insulin injections. "We experienced a lot of
unsteadiness and mood swings with this," says Kelly,
Caitlin's mom. "We were administering injections three
to six times a day, and I never slept before 3am."
Then they were referred to a pediatric endocrinologist on the medical staff at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. "Our doctor spent hours discussing juvenile diabetes with us and suggested that we come back with a detailed record of Caitlin's activities, meals and behaviors," says Kelly. "She was appalled at how erratic Caitlin's condition was, and consulted with us about an insulin pump."
Caitlin now wears a special pump the size of a pager that releases specific amounts of fast-acting insulin to regulate her blood sugar around the clock. It is a treatment option that lets Caitlin and her family enjoy a more normal, active schedule.
"In learning to live with Caitlin's diabetes, we have been blessed with love and support from family and friends, as well as an amazing doctor and staff at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital," says Kelly.
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