The High Cost of Diabetes: Why is it So Expensive?

Honestly I've been struggling with this disease for 28 years. I recently was put on a cgm, I've been diagnosed with all three types. First geatational, then T1, and after 12 yrs of insulin therapy, and 100 lbs heavier and 13.9 a1c they said I was T2.... I don't get doctors, the feel like pill pushers. The cgm. Is allowing me to see how certain behaviors affect my bs. Like COFFEE, no one has ever questioned my consumption of coffee.... but I am realizing it spikes it like crazy. And no sugar, just the sugar free creamer. I have since replaced coffee with green tea. Much better for me.

I agree it is expensive, but with all your medications (pills or insulin) always google coupons. I pay $80 for a 3 month of supply of insulin & my Janumet is $5 for a 3 month supply. Hope this helps someone! We are in this fight together. Stay strong 💪🏽

My Ozempic cost me $247.00 this month. I’m in the donut hole on a Medicare plan. It is ridiculous

The feels from this post. I'm due for more supplies soon, my wallet is flinching at the very thought. Why we have to pay so much for things that we absolutely need to keep us alive is beyond me.

Good question. I didn’t choose the diabetic life, the diabetic life chose me!