Meet one of the oldest living Americans with Type 1 diabetes

[@barbaraadams8347]

I love this lady! I am 70 now and was diagnosed in 1967 (I was 14) and have had T1D for 56 years with no complications. The doctor told me that I wouldn't live to be 40 years old. My doctors have told me that I am a walking miracle. I told my doctors that it was all "attitude" that has kept me alive. I have also been on an insulin pump for 21 years and have traveled to Ireland and Scotland. Again, attitude makes a world of difference in your life with diabetes.

[@emmys.rxinbowhigh]

my Grandma was diagnosed when she was 17 and she’s also 70. I’m 12 and I just got diagnosed in October it’s crazy how much type one diabetes technology has changed

[@NYawesome4]

Did you have high A1C in many years? because i did and im afraid that will give me complications later, i have it 16 years now

[@emmys.rxinbowhigh]

@@NYawesome4 I did before I went to the hospital I think mine is 5.7 since I’ve been diagnosed

[@imranhussain5125]

im 31 ur comment gives me hope

[@gissed23]

@@NYawesome4nope if you don’t have them now you won’t later especially if your in check and got a below 7% A1C

[@JR-oe6dw]

I was diagnosed when I was 3 years old, 31 years ago. Thank you sooooooo much for being such an inspiration for us Type 1 folks out here :)

[@liyabhoyroo4961]

I was diagnosed when I was 1 and a half years old. It's a daily life struggle and had more than 20 close calls....one of which I had to be admitted in emergency at the clinic and got into a long coma. I'm not 17 and, god, this lady is such an inspiration to anyone. Even those who don't have type 1

[@ramniwasmeena4854]

Hee Jr I am 23 year old I have type 1 diabetes since 2017 but recently my post meal reading near 300 after 2 hours eating suggest me something you live nearly 30+ years did you face any problem I am taking Insulin-R short acting insulin 40 iu strength..

[@cireldagagobenitez8618]

​@@ramniwasmeena4854La insulina R sirve mas para proteínas , los que hacen bajos Carbohidratos les va muy bien , pero si tú consumes carbohidratos tienes que ver eso

[@emmys.rxinbowhigh]

Hi my name is Emmalyn I was diagnosed in October 2023 at 12 yrs old :D

[@JR-oe6dw]

@@ramniwasmeena4854 Oh it is definitely a journey and no two days are alike. I would definitely suggest speaking with your endo to come up with a plan that works best for you and your lifestyle. I noticed for me getting in more fiber helped to prevent large spikes in the immediate, post meal, but you have to be careful with it and your insulin. So again, speaking with your endo is always the first line. Maybe seeing about getting an insulin pump, since going to that and not doing shots, I have also seen better control personally

[@jenniferdavis4322]

I'm 36 and was diagnosed at 10 years old...mom of two kids myself...this gives me hope to see my grandkids and great grandkids one day ❤

[@daleval2182]

God bless you, carbs from a low carb veg is the only carb I eat, I take a micro nutrients drink powder, and exercise keeps my sugar in balance , I'm just about to turn 65 , it takes its toll but keep fighting, good luck

[@martinwoodworth3715]

I was diagnosed type 1 in Jan 1984 aged 23. so I've had it nearly 40 years. I'm fine & have no side effects that I know of. Great story of this lady.

[@akashd8082]

So you have high sugar problems or low sugar problem? Sorry I'm just trying to understand it as my gf has it.

[@kokokat584]

My grandmother was 92 when she passed with type 1

[@alial-qasim2453]

I know a pharmacist whose Egyptian grandma lived to her 80’s and the cause of death wasn’t her diabetes complications

[@JayandSarah]

That is very lucky, she would have been on of the oldest living people in the world with type 1 diabetes if that is true.

[@nizamansari569]

What she eat. Pls reply

[@krpatten]

This was so encouraging to watch. Thank you.

[@TheDarrell76]

Wow, she outlived the doctors that diagnosed her, live on, I know the struggle ❤

[@Markk4785]

As a 33 year old T1 diabetic with excellent control and who does not smoke or drink, I too hope to live a long life.

[@JayandSarah]

My elderly mother is Type 1, had very poorly controlled sugars, ate poorly, never exercised, never bothered to understand the disease beyond jabbing herself with insulin... and she is still alive... 88 years old. She is not doing very well, but yes... you can live a very long time, regardless of diabetes and it's management, even if you are an outlier and maybe genetically lucky.

[@Markk4785]

@@JayandSarah Does your grandmother have a very active lifestyle by any chance? I ask as exercise is one of the things that can bring blood sugar down dramatically and keep it down for days thanks to increased insulin sensitivity. You didn’t mention that she smokes so this is also a great positive!

[@JayandSarah]

@@Markk4785 no she was completely sedentary and overweight. I am not kidding you, her diet was horrible and sugars always out of control. It defies all things you would understand about diabetes. So my point is, even someone who completely disregards any of the suggestions about living healthy as a type 1 diabetic - can live a very long time. Hers is not because of anything other than genetics and sheer luck.

[@vidyakumari4654]

You are going to live a long and happy life. ❤

[@bellabella4445]

@@JayandSarahit’s really encouraging to hear. As a mum of new dx child at only 23 months. I’m terrified and scared of the future … does your mum have any complications ?

[@debbieanne7962]

My sister got type one diabetes in the 1960s. She was told her life expectancy would be 40 years of age She’s now in her 60s, a grandmother and mother of 4. She was recently diagnosed with breast cancer but is now in remission

[@bellabella4445]

How old was she when she got dx ? Does her kids had any T1D ?

[@watermelondreasymone7144]

Wow what a fighter, much love

[@eminwendall]

i love this! i was just diagnosed at age 23 back in april. everyday it is so exhausting to deal with. this woman inspires me. 💪🏼❤️

[@cireldagagobenitez8618]

Disminuye los carbohidratos y te irá bien , busca aquí en KZbin al doctor Berstein

[@michaelsecret3036]

I was dx at age 2 in 1967. No complications yet. My deceased doctor, who passed away in 1970s, said that I would not live in 5-10 years.

[@betsykeller9096]

My son has Type I. He was diagnosed 20 years ago two weeks before his 16th birthday. It is a scary thing. It is a dangerous disease. But, if monitored carefully, he can live a decent life. He's had two or three close calls, but he's managed to survive thus far!

[@vidyakumari4654]

I hope he lives a long life 🫶🏻

[@NativeSpiritWolf]

So encouraging and inspiring. Thank you and God Bless ❤

[@JamesKeno]

Much love to Libby. God has been good for you! I've had type 1 since 1977, age 11. You are a true inspiration!

[@Rinny5410t1ALDC]

This gives me hope (:

[@lesliedrake8217]

Good, and don't you ever lose it! There are many wonderful advances being made in T1D research. Take good care of yourself and try to live life to the fullest. - fellow T1D of 20 years

[@basakperi6494]

​@@lesliedrake8217hi do u have any complications?

[@jeminaz5644]

Very inspiring! I wish and hope for a cure for younger generations! ❤

[@bethaneydunne9682]

need treatment hope better future fight strong brave cure

[@marybethfantozzi2258]

God Bless Her! I've had Type 1 Diabetes for 49 years, was diagnosed when I was 7. We definitely have made great strides over the years! 🙂👍❤

[@Bernievids]

Gives many people hope. My best friend’s son was just diagnosed with type 1 at age 4. It was heartbreaking. I felt unable to breathe when her told me this news. I know exactly what this means and I did my best to help and explain what’s best and must be done for the young fella. It fear she has stayed on top of this condition and would love her to speak more to how she literally has kept from the significant damage that many people have suffered. Please relay this to her. Mike Syd Australia.

[@amritarnav3361]

It is disheartening, but you have to stay strong. I was diagnosed at 5 in 2012 , today I'm 17 and I reckon I'm even fitter than 95% of my class.Yes sometimes the sugars do go up and down but trust me when I say this , diabetes makes u more disciplined. More power to the young guy!

[@jaylawells]

Coming from a fellow T1D here, this is very inspirational.

[@JanetteNicholson-x5d]

hi i was just weeks from my 50th birthday and was diagnosed i went to the doctor she was getting an ambulance but my daughter had taken me, i was near to death with dka the doctor said it would have been dormant since i was born thanked me for going into hospital as i was so close to passing away.

[@fermac2779]

My son has diabetes 1 since he was 16 years old. He was diagnosed two months before going on a rugby tour with his team. He did it anyway. This experience made him understand that he could live a normal life. Now he is 25 and in very good condition. The glycosylated always 6.5%….6.4%…6.1%. The cure will come soon. It is essential that everyone stays as healthy as possible. Greetings from Argentina!!!

[@pinkblue9286]

This is extremely wonderful and hopeful news ❤

[@MDM0915]

In October 2024 I will have had t1 diabetes for 53 years. I was diagnosed in 1971 at the age of nine. Fortunately my first doctor (Dr. Arthur A. Herold-Shreveport LA) was also type 1 diagnosed at two years old in 1923-24. His father was also a doctor (same name Dr. Arthur A. Herold) and his son became one of the of the first patients to receive insulin. He did not give me a death sentence and spent a considerable amount of time explaining how to manage with the limited tools available at the time. He encouraged sports and an active lifestyle. I also benefited from parents who were not overprotective. I spent time away from home, friends hunting camps etc…from the age of 11-12. There were risks of course but Dr. Herold explained to my parents the harms of being overprotective and risks/rewards of teaching and letting me manage the condition. In fact I gave myself an injection the first time at age 11. I did this in order to be allowed to go to my friends family hunting camp. I certainly knew that life expectancy was short but seeing Dr.Herold always gave me hope. He passed at age 75 in 1996. At the time he was among if not the longest surviving t1.

[@chuckefunn8624]

I was diagnosed in 1972 But one thing I can say is the technology that is there for type one diabetes is great. I just wish it was there when I was young. Thank god for the CMG ❤

[@sydewayzmo3905]

I was diagnosed at 10 and am 45 now. Hope to get to at least 65.

[@miathathuman]

My Pop was diagnosed and said he wouldn't lived long now he is 74 (I think)

[@gideonyohanna7580]

Great job done Dr Edos you are a life saver...

[@lukepodmore7810]

This is strength

[@sherryjacobs3907]

Great hope for T1D patients. I hope my son is as fortunate.

[@aandglangham5072]

I’m about to have diabetes for two years now

[@isabellavalencia8026]

Good for her!!!

[@mikecoglione1308]

Am in my late 40's diagnosed 45 years ago, my plan is to live as long as possible or die trying. So far its working and diabetes hasn't stopped me. She is an inspiration.

[@leetorres5863]

Pretty cool story!

[@bslomof-1901]

Some Type 1 diabetics, regardless of elevated blood glucose levels, don't get complications. I am happy for this lady, the happy/long life she has been able to enjoy.

[@JayandSarah]

Some as in almost none. It is exceptionally rare... most T1 diabetics lives are cut short due to complications. Many life into their 80's seemingly with no good explanation... and if you get into your 90's, you are one of a handful of people of 9 billion on the planet to somehow survive. Those are the odds.

[@Nerdgasm13]

not anymore.....@@JayandSarah

[@lexiray-j1n]

@@JayandSarahpeople who are now in their 90s had to live through a life of terrible technology with it. we are so much more advanced now. kids who were born into insulin pumps and cgms will likely live long lives avoiding complications if they use them to their advantage

[@chinedujohn6898]

I will always pray that God keep giving you more wisdom Dr Obaz, for your positive contributions towards the sick, God bless you always..

[@TerminallyUnique95]

Ive had type 1 diabetes for 7 years. Still waiting for that cure.

[@lowcarbtype1wolf]

Amazing story!

[@lesliedrake8217]

God bless her.

[@lizi.2503]

Wow she's beautiful. Thank you

[@sarahhatfield6911]

I am coming up on 25 years myself, and I was diagnosed at 11 as well. So was the man who realized that I had it. He is coming up on 50 years.

[@WIM-started-What_Inspired_Me]

Can one of you pls tell me how to maintain good blood sugar and loss the weight plsss

[@pasqualinamichelaconsiglio9391]

Type 1 diabetes is not one but two distinct conditions, defined by diagnosis age. Children who are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes under the age of eight/nine have a different form (endotype) of the condition compared with those diagnosed aged nine/ten or above. Children who were diagnosed under eight/nine years old do not process insulin properly and the cells that make it are quickly destroyed. Those who are older at diagnosis (aged nine/ten or over) often continue to produce normal insulin, (dormant) insulin producing cells.

[@muntahahomeh2235]

Can you explain more please

[@JayandSarah]

This is factually incorrect.

[@JayandSarah]

@@muntahahomeh2235 it is incorrect what was posted.

[@kevinlambert5854]

@@JayandSarah lmaooo people will just come in here with any type of stupidity in their mind to spew I was diagnosed with T1D 2 months before my 11th birthday T1D means your pancreas DOES NOT produce insulin doesn’t matter what age you are idk why this person would spread this false info.

[@Twifff]

@@JayandSarah I think he may be referring to the honeymoon phase where recently diagnosed people still can produce a lil insulin for upwards of a year or so. At least that’s what I’m getting I’d like to know if I’m wrong though aha

[@michellepadgett6473]

Good for her, well done

[@gokuladasandasan6092]

Hyyy inspired alot❤

[@davidmuhammad8960]

She is a miracle

[@LUVBUG24K]

Such an inspiration ♥️

[@LUVBUG24K]

@Mateo Emilia shut up

[@Jude74]

My Chihuahua mix is almost 20 and he has type 1 diabetes. Oddly enough it’s because of the diabetes he still alive. It forced me to change his diet dramatically and his heart condition that he plagued him for years reversed itself. You just have to be careful with the blood sugar and try not to feed him anything that has carbs in it. Bottom line, if you take care you can live.

[@LUVBUG24K]

Wow ♥️

[@Drunrealer]

No one cares about your dog we actually have to deal with it prag

[@dimitrispapadopoulos9245]

Its really difficult. From 365 days 300 are not good. From 1989. 38 and feel so tired. So tired and i do and did everything. Its gettin worse every year. Life is like a nightmate most days. I am tired of having a soldiet didcipline. I am tirrf to givr my 300% and not being enough. I am tired. Tske cate everybody. Nonody undetdtands n i am tired to explain the same over n over n they dont understand. Havent had parents that understood neithrr friends neither women. 3 times i propose. The same answer afraid of kids having diabetes. Life is sn every day battle n nobody understands. Life is not good with diabetes. Lucky we live though.i wish u strength n right people arround u.

[@emi7870]

My mother has diabets and she is 51 years old. My mam has been living with diabetes for 2 years. I want her to live long 😢.

[@ramniwasmeena4854]

Take regular prescribe insulin and do exercise 5 times in week

[@artcarlson3024]

I’m 68 and got it at 24 I’m a rookie compared to this woman

[@sheriffquick]

Awesome! The GREAT GENERATION even the one with T1D live to be 90YO! I Love❤it!!

[@ashlythomas839]

Shout out to all typeones out there You all are doing an incredible job which have no remission But the technology is increasing wider.Big applause to the lady who conquered and moving on with this dedication n insoiring a lot there👏🏼💙💯In those tyms without much development she reached here❤️

[@billanderson007]

I’ve had type 1 diabetes for 37 years and hav no signs of retinopathy or any known complications from The disease. I have kept My A1C’s below 6.0

[@basakperi6494]

Hi can i ask u a few questions?

[@anukwuochaogechi3592]

Thank you my doctor I appreciate your good work #dredos..

[@stanleylegacy]

Incredible

[@DiabeticRager]

I wonder how many times she has heard "They are close to the cure"

[@SuperPromethee]

❤❤❤ greetings from thailand 🎉

[@Gentosa-rn4bf]

I recently met a 62 year old man who has had diabetes for 40 years, walks, sees, everything is in place, not healthy, but who can brag about that these days when some people in their 30's and 40's are dying? We've got it all ahead of us.

[@Shivbhardwaj-wv1mc]

I am type 1 diabetes patient can i live long ...like 60-70 years..?

[@lexiray-j1n]

yes!! longer if you manage well!

[@barcodenut]

Yes, l'm a 70 yr old T1 with A1C of 5.7. I'm a carnivore.

[@Shivbhardwaj-wv1mc]

@@barcodenut u have any child?? And ur child is diabetic patient or not pls reply

[@MrRoundwound]

Old English people are tough. God bless you,ma’am

[@sarahhatfield6911]

81 to 82 years living with diabetes... so far. Depending on the date of diagnosis. Lilly diabetes has a 75-year award for living well with diabetes and there is another too. I don't remember the name, but it is something like Kellog victory... but as far as I know, theirs is only 50 years.

[@destinyvogt190]

Love this lady ! My goal is live to 100 with type 1 diabetes

[@takueja6129]

Amen and Amen

[@dndhbdbddhh]

Damn (type 1 diabetic here) they should honestly get a sample of her genetics and call Guiness asap bc that's a record I'm sure.

[@Barbara-u5h]

Cool!!

[@chip.chippa6416]

"Im Libby Lashansky, I have a lisp and diabetes"

[@Bernievids]

Please. All diabetic men with T 1, make sure you marry the love of your life. They will likely save your life on several occasions. Up to 3 times and counting. Love you AB

[@watchinvidzwatchinvidz7691]

Doctors don't know everything.

[@dennislaughton5253]

Your talent is indeed from God and am grateful for your wonderful medicine, it performed magic, God bless you *Dr Obaz* .

[@billyoung8118]

Next year will be my 40th diaversary. I'm at the halfway mark that she's at.

[@babyjoylacampuenga2963]

as 26 years old, i was dianosed a type 1 diabetic 3 months ago. i never drink/smoke for my entire life i hope i can live a longer years because im still never been inlove my entire existence i wanna have a boyfriend so badly 😭😭😭

[@ramniwasmeena4854]

Be great full new era contain insulin injections and medicinal tech..

[@judahsmall3023]

It is surprising that human beings that live to be 90, 100 or 110 hardly have health issues. Even though this lady is 92 and has type two diabetes, the majority of human beings over the age of 90 hardly have health issues and their longevity genes can protect against cardiovascular disease, Epstein Barr Virus, and Alzheimer's Disease. However, living to be over the age of 90 is not easy. Many humans deal with health issues in their 30s, 40s, and 50s. This might explain why most humans do not make it to 90, 100 and 110.

[@vintagebilly.uk..9005]

That gives me so much hope I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 6 years ago and I’ve been in fear thank you lady ❤️

[@oliviayoung8040]

@PetuniaPicklebutt yep type 2 can be reversed. Type 1 can't. My son was 10 when he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.

[@oliviayoung8040]

Excercise and eat well. You'll be fine with type 2. Type 1 doesn't matter if you eat right. Still need insulin to live. My son is American so we dread the day hes not on our insurance anymore. Insulin in America is stupid expensive. Im scared to death. I'll give him my pancreas. This is what the Healthcare is in America.

[@debbieanne7962]

Type two diabetes is a very different condition. Type one need insulin injections for life to stay alive

[@asuemebenneth6677]

Been given my medication by Dr Edos is like receiving a miracle thanks Dr Edos I appreciate..

[@aubiergebikoi2124]

She gives me hope . 30 yeas so far of taking insulin

[@lisaharrison8754]

I have had type 1 for 43 years now that I’m in menopause it’s a brick wall to bring blood sugars into balance my doctor is putting me on ozempic new research shows that it provides way better control with way less insulin to take and heels with weight yes it has to be done with an endocrinologist and diabetes team of nurses to guide how much to decrease insulin intake over time

[@kgrfirdjy]

I await a pancreas (alone) transplant after being type 1 diabetic for over 30 years since 1992, shortly before I turned 10. The discovery of continual glucose monitoring systems over the past few decades has been a lifesaver as I have hypoglycemia unawareness w/ seizures, qualifying me for a transplant.

[@az.az466]

Did you have pancreas transparent, or are you still waiting to get one? Thank you

[@MrPokerblot]

The main secret to her story is that she can administer her own insulin so she can keep it low. Being counsous of what she eats and hiw active to be from a very early time of life. Plus autophagy in her early days from biochemical stresses from high ketones which she manages to survive “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger 🤷🏼‍♀️”All this I am guessing could be atleast partly true anyway lol

[@pastryshack551]

I thought dr berstein is the oldest person I think he is 96 or 98 check his book

[@ElijahIseoluwa]

Testifying about Dr Igudia on KZbin is a great joy I have ever had in a while because this man transformed my life In all ramification. Thanks doctor for putting an end to my Diabetes’s and putting a smile on my face again

[@deboraheyitayo40]

Thank you for being the dedicated, thoughtful, and compassionate doctor that you are, you are more honest than I imagined, thank you so much Dr Igudia KZbin channel for curing my Type 2 diabetes, you are amazing

[@lolamay4063]

This women is south african 🙈

[@maria-cr1dx]

Great doctor like you are rare to find Thank you for your Generosity towards curing my Diabetes completely and helping other Sick people, you are a Blessing to the world Dr Igho on KZbin keep up the wonderful work doc

[@adamualiyukukawa3748]

Words failed me on how to appreciate you for sending your Herbs to me after I place my or order which cured my type 2 diabetes Dr Igudia

[@ayandejiadebayo-ep4jh]

Words aren’t enough for me to show how I grateful I am for helping me to get rid of my Type 2 diabetic Dr Igudia

[@stephenbamgbose2310]

being recommended to doctor Igudia on KZbin has being a great blessing to my family his cure for Diabetes’s is a genuine one thanks for your good deed toward humanity.

[@andrewharald88]

Hi there

[@olayemiolawoyin2386]

I don’t know what I would have done without your help. Thank you so much for curing my Type 2 Diabetes with your herbs Dr Igudia.

[@rhymes_with_i_dig]

Challenging life. Keep it up, but type 1 diabeTESS is one disease and not plural diabeTEASE. #SomeoneYouKnowHasT1DBeThankfulYouDont

[@chuckefunn8624]

I was diagnosed in 1972 But one thing I can say is the technology that is there for type one diabetes is great. I just wish it was there when I was young. Thank god for the CMG ❤

[@gideonyohanna7580]

Great job done Dr Edos you are a life saver...

[@chinedujohn6898]

I will always pray that God keep giving you more wisdom Dr Obaz, for your positive contributions towards the sick, God bless you always..

[@anukwuochaogechi3592]

Thank you my doctor I appreciate your good work #dredos..

[@dennislaughton5253]

Your talent is indeed from God and am grateful for your wonderful medicine, it performed magic, God bless you *Dr Obaz* .

[@asuemebenneth6677]

Been given my medication by Dr Edos is like receiving a miracle thanks Dr Edos I appreciate..