How do i properly take care of my diabetes/ Do i even have it?

Are you sure you have type 1 diabetes? It doesn't sound like your dr really knows what they're speaking about - maybe you should get a second opinion? Have you seen a specialist?? You need to get the diagnosis and treatment right before you start worrying about complications and exercise etc. etc. Could it be that you have MODY diabetes or something like that? It doesn't really sound like you have type 1 to me. You need to get the diagnosis right to get the right treatment. But whatever the diagnosis, don't panic - diabetes makes life a bit more of a challenge but it won't stop you from doing anything - I've had type 1 diabetes since I was 14 - I've lived in Kathmandu, worked at my dream job as a chef, and work out every day! Sometimes diabetes gets in the way a bit, but it doesn't stop you completely. It's a life changing diagnosis and seems really scary at the time I know but honestly you get used to it and you can live a really happy full and long life with it. xxxx