Diabetes Mellitus Poem by Richard Cady

Diabetes Mellitus a pair of ugly words
Here's what those ugly words mean
It means blood sugar meters and insulin pens
It means hospital visits and blood work done
You think that it means no more fun

Diabetes Mellitus
Gets a bit more glamorous
Bret Michaels, Halle Berry, and Nick Jonas too
You see famous people get diabetes just like me or like you

Diabetes Mellitus
It can touch anybody regardless of gender, color, or race
It doesn't care whether or not you have a pretty face

Diabetes Mellitus a manageable disease
You can stay active go and have some fun
You can eat sugary foods
Just remember your injections
And follow your doctor's directions
Otherwise you could lose limbs to infections

Diabetes Mellitus
It can be difficult some days
But after having it awhile
You get used to the finger pricks
And insulin shots
You'll figure it out in time
But for now don't whine
Diabetes Mellitus as you'll find gets easier with time