Former Richmond captain Dale Weightman, a diabetic himself, says he would be happy to talk to Demon Jack Fitzpatrick about his diabetes diagnosis.

"The main thing he has to do is get organised with a routine where he is able to train and play. He'll have to have a bit of different treatment to the other players because it's important he has the fuel in his system," Weightman said.

"It won't upset his training, as long as they all know what's going on. It's really all about preparation, before and after the game. You've really got to make sure you're eating the right food and doing the right thing to get through a game."