For as long as I can remember, I’ve been chubby. Losing weight was always a struggle—something I had to work so hard for, sometimes even starving myself to see just a small change on the scale. So when I suddenly lost 7-8 kilos in just two months without trying at all, I thought it was strange—but I didn’t think much of it at the time.
But I didn’t expect what came next.
The Day I Couldn’t Get Out of Bed
One morning, I woke up feeling dizzy—so dizzy I couldn’t even get out of bed. I managed to crawl to the toilet, then to the kitchen table to eat a few bites, but I could barely sit upright. I had to go straight back to bed. This continued for five days. Every day, the same thing: dizziness, exhaustion, and no energy to move.
That’s when I called my GP.
The GP Visit That Changed Everything
At first, they checked my blood pressure, which was a little high. They thought that might be the reason I felt dizzy. We kept talking, and I casually mentioned that I’d recently lost 7 or 8 kilos without doing anything, and that I’d been feeling extremely thirsty all the time. I was craving icy cold water, waking up in the night to drink and go to the toilet constantly.
That’s when they asked:
“Has anyone ever checked your sugar levels?”
I said no, so they did a quick finger-prick test right there in the clinic. The number came back as something over 20—which I now know is very high.
They told me they’d take a proper blood test and call me when the results were ready.
The Emergency Call
A day or two later, I was at work when my GP called me directly. I could hear the urgency in his voice.
“Please, you need to go to the emergency department at the hospital right now. Your HbA1c is 121 — it should be under 40. That’s dangerously high. This is serious and needs immediate attention.”
I was shocked. I didn’t even know what HbA1c was at the time. I just knew 121 sounded bad—and their voice made it clear it was serious.
I went straight to the hospital. They ran more tests and confirmed:
I had Type 2 Diabetes.
They told me to return to my GP for medication.
Starting Medication – Then Insulin
At first, I was given oral medication. It worked well in the beginning — you can even see from my HbA1c chart that it dropped significantly. But after about a year, my doctor decided insulin would be more suitable for me. Now I take two types of insulin, and this treatment feels more stable and effective for my body.
I’ve started feeling more balanced, and I’m learning to live with this new diagnosis day by day.
My HbA1c Result
It’s been a journey — and the numbers have told a story of their own.
When I was first diagnosed, my HbA1c was 121 — dangerously high. I was shocked, but I started making changes to my eating and lifestyle, and in the beginning, it really helped.
You can even see in my HbA1c chart that the numbers dropped significantly. But it hasn’t been a straight path. There were times it went up again — especially during holidays, like when we were in Italy. It’s really hard to resist pizza, pasta, or ice cream, and those things definitely affected my sugar levels.
And I know I shouldn’t eat those things, but in the moment — you know, the holiday mood — I struggle. I find myself thinking, “It’s not fair. Am I never allowed to enjoy the food I love?” Sometimes I just give in and say, “Okay, I’ll eat this now, and after the holiday I’ll start again.”
Still, I keep going. I’m doing my best to stay on track, and my most recent results have come down again. My GP is happy with my progress, and I’m learning how to live with this, one step at a time.
Here’s a photo of my HbA1c reading from when I was first diagnosed:
(Normal should be under 40, mine was 121)
Why I’m Sharing This
Looking back, the signs were all there:
- Unexplained weight loss
- Constant thirst
- Waking up in the night to pee
- Extreme tiredness and dizziness
I just didn’t know they were connected to diabetes. That’s why I’m sharing this. If even one person reads this and decides to get their sugar levels checked, it could make a big difference—maybe even save their life.
Don’t ignore the signs. Listen to your body. Ask questions. Get tested.
💛 With love, from me to you
Thank you for reading my story. If you’re going through something similar, please know you’re not alone. Be kind to yourself, listen to your body, and don’t be afraid to ask for help.
💛 Thank you for reading. If you found this helpful or relatable, I’d love for you to come back for the next part of my journey. I’ll be sharing more real moments, honest struggles, and things that have helped me feel more in control.
With love,
Roni 💛
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