Drinking with Diabetes Tips, Dexcom Alarm Drama, and ER Scaries

This episode features anonymous listener stories: a newly diagnosed college student drinking, an ex-boyfriend turning off Dexcom alarms and not allowing bedside candy, A listener shares being diagnosed an ER visit and a final story recounts collapsing at work with blood sugar over 1000 and receiving an inappropriate sugar-water drip at the hospital.

The hosts of “Hotline to HER” recap their first Hot Diabetic Sisterhood Connection Retreat in Charleston, describing strong post-retreat energy and attendee wins, then move into “Off the Hook” unhinged diabetes stories (part 2).

00:00 Post-Retreat High: Charleston Sisterhood Connection Energy

01:20 Hot Fire Horse Vibes + Personal Updates Tease

01:53 Today’s Theme: ‘Off the Hook’ Unhinged Diabetes Stories

02:43 Would You Rather

06:21 Blood Sugar Roll Call

08:45 How to Submit Your Story + Why Sharing Helps You Feel Less Alone

10:11 Story #1: Water Slide Party, Devices Ripped Off, and Drinking with T1D Tips

18:38 Story #2: Ex Turned Off Dexcom Alarms—Red Flags & Relationship Standards

26:14 ER Surprise: A1C 14.8 and a Type 2 Diagnosis Overnight

33:05 Near-Death: 1000+ Blood Sugar and a ‘Sugar Water Drip’?!

39:55 Parent’s Nightmare: Child Diagnosed in DKA During COVID Lockdown

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This episode of Hotline to Her reflects personal experiences and perspectives and is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not medical, mental health, or therapeutic advice. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding medical decisions.