Nick Jonas opens up about his diabetes journey two decades after his diagnosis in a candid letter. The singer was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and shares what he resents about living with the condition.
Nick Jonas shares insight into his battle with diabetes two decades after diagnosis in open letter
As part of Dexcom’s A Letter to Diabetes initiative, Nick reflected on his diagnosis and daily challenges. He wrote in the letter, “How long has it been? 21 years. 21 years, and you haven’t changed a bit. It’s funny how often we talk. Every few minutes, honestly. Staring at my phone to see where my glucose is. Reaching for my pump to bolus because I’m about to eat something with 17 carbs.”
He added that diabetes influences many decisions that he makes every week, even though most people never notice them. The singer also said that the conversation between body, mind, and device is continuous.
Nick said, “It doesn’t matter how careful I am. You’re going to do what you’re going to do. In a lot of ways, that’s what family is like. You rely on each other, you push each other, and you know they’ll always be there. So, even when you’re fighting, you trust the rug isn’t going to get pulled out from under you.”
Nick was diagnosed with diabetes in November 2005 at the age of 13. He also reflected on how the “unpredictability” of diabetes threw him off-guard at times. (via E! News).
Nick, who is married to Priyanka Chopra and has a daughter, Malti, says family helps you during these times. The singer also said, “I’d built my whole life around this unrealistic structure and belief that I was in control. You took that apart over the years, bit by bit. Part of me is grateful I learned that lesson. Part of me resents you for it. Full stop.”
However, he added that diabetes gave him a strong community, adding that he would continue to share his truth so someone with the same condition doesn’t feel alone.
