My gradma is a 64 year old diabetic, and twice she checked my blood suger, dispite my protests. I protested because I have a fear a needles. I know it is not a shot needle, but I still didn't want her to poke me with it. One time she had my brother and step-sister hold me down in a chair to prick my finger. The next time, she made me feel guilty so that she could do it. Now we just a big fight because I wouldn't let her check it. Did she cross a line, or did I over react to a simple situation?
2007-05-25 03:06:47 · 32 answers · asked by Saphira 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
The other reason I wouldn't let her check it was because my mom got really upset the last time. And right now my Dad and step-mom are out of town, so she was the only one they could get to watch me for three days.
2007-05-25 03:13:50 · update #1
For those of you wondering where my parents are, my dad is on his way back for a trip to look at houses in an area on te other side of the state we live in, and my mom live in a completely different state.
2007-05-25 03:21:06 · update #2
It sounds like your grandmother has more problems than just being a diabetic. The whole situation is weird. When your dad gets back tell him.
You are not over reacting. It is not normal what she is doing. Your dad will handle it when he gets back. Until then just run when you see her take out the needle.
2007-05-31 03:36:56 · answer #1 · answered by michelebaruch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah she did cross the line
If you are young and healthy, there's no reason why gramma should have to check your blood sugar. Your doctor can do that at your once a year checkup.
If you're overweight, or borderline diabetic, she may be concerned, and genetics do play a big part. But either way, she is not a doctor, so it's really not up to her. You should talk to her, because it sounds like she was just concerned, let her know that you didn't like what she did and tell her would like for her to never do it again, tell her you see you doctor and they will check for you. Be stern but gentel,
if that doesn't work ask you parents to speak to her
2007-06-02 02:55:30 · answer #2 · answered by moks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, she did cross the line. She's not your legal guardian nor a parent so she has no right. Besides, to be poked without authorization! Wouldn't you consider that an abuse? Talk to your Grandma. Tell her although you appreciate her concern, she's being way too paranoid. I'm not really sure how often you must have a diabetic test annually. But wouldn't you think the 2 times she forced you to take it be enough to tell her that you do not have diabetes?
2007-06-01 09:10:59 · answer #3 · answered by cappuccino_lava 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are young and healthy, there's no reason why gramma should have to check your blood sugar. Your doctor can do that at your once a year checkup.
If you're overweight, or borderline diabetic, she may be concerned, and genetics do play a big part. But either way, she is not a doctor, so it's really not up to her. Where is your mom or dad in all this? Talk to them, and if nothing gets done. Make an appt. with a doctor, and let the doctor tell them it's not a good idea.
2007-05-25 03:13:26 · answer #4 · answered by Nasubi 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
She did cross line. Even though I think she did because diabetes is hereditary and she might be afraid you'll get it. This is not your battle though. Your mother she be the would to put her foot down and tell your grandma in no uncertain terms she is not to check your blood sugar. I'm sure if your mom was worried about it she would take you to a doctor to have it done.
2007-06-01 22:34:05 · answer #5 · answered by Angela C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She definitely crossed a line poking you with a needle and especially having your siblings hold you down while she did it.
If she has reason to be concerned about your health, rather than projecting her fears about her own diabetes onto her concern for you, then she should bring it up to your parents and let them take you to a doctor.
2007-05-25 03:51:56 · answer #6 · answered by Amanda 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
She crossed the line. Even if her intentions were good, unless you are showing symptoms of being a diabetic then she needs to back off and let the test be done by a professional.
2007-05-25 03:12:51 · answer #7 · answered by Pale 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think she is crossing the line if you are a healthy girl and have no reason to be checked, especially checked by her.
Does she satisfy her own curiosity or does she have a concern?
Where are your parents? They should step in if you don't want to be pricked by the needle.
2007-05-25 03:11:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Considering that Diabetes is an "inherited" disease, I think you way over reacted to your loving Grandmother who wants to make sure you are safe!
I know, my Wife is a borderline diabetic and checks herself once a day, because her entire family has been diabetics for generations now...
She checks my kids every so often to make sure "they" arent going into "sugar"...
Its a very bad disease and you can lose limbs, and have sores all over your body and organs shut down, and lose eye sight, so, why "wouldnt" you want to get tested?
In this instance, being ignorant is not an option if you have relatives that are "in line" to you, like Grandparents and Parents and Brothers and Sisters who have it... You can be a "type II" diabetic...("type I" gets it when they are born), and not even know it!
Give in to Grandma on this one kiddie!
I wish you well...
Jesse
2007-05-25 03:16:53 · answer #9 · answered by x 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
No she definately crossed the line. Grandmother or not she has no right to make you do anything. I feel that is abusive and don't let her do it again. Once for your well-being is okay if she has your consent but over and over again? that is wrong. Tell her if there is concern, you will see a doctor that knows what he's doing
2007-05-25 03:13:27 · answer #10 · answered by Kimmy 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋