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I find that novorapid has a strong smell similar to surgical spirit. I guess that i'm so used to it now that it doesn't really bother me.

Yes I agree iHs, I have read quite a few of the posts on the forum regarding the various problems people have experienced. I feel deep down that lantus could well be responsible. I'm planning to try and convince the Diabetes Clinic of this and hope that I'll be able to try another insulin.

Yes I've read that testing is not always accurate. I did actually try giving up gluten several years ago. My goal was for a month but I think that I lasted around 3 weeks. I certainly didn't find it easy. Unfortunately it didn't seem to make any difference. Anyway thanks for the suggestion and...

Yes I do also go the the Greenlane Clinic For the most part I've got to say that I've found them to be really good. I think that maybe I've been a little fortunate. I have to admit though that one Nurse in particular could be very overbearing whenever I saw her. On more than one occasion I left...

I've never been there myself, but everyone I've spoken to who has been there says the same thing.........that it's "absolutely beautiful".

Here is a page on the site with some information............... http://www.diabetes.co.uk/diabetes-comp ... drome.html

Yes I think that's good advice. I myself had a few sudden hypos the following day. Seemed to be particularly severe when I started taking taking lantus. I think that drinking in moderation is important.

I have to honest I've never actually heard of Waikai, is it in the South Island? I'm in Auckland in the North Island. My former wife is a New Zealander.

Wow a huge big thanks to everyone who has taken the trouble and responded to my post :D It has been so interesting reading everybody elses perspectives. It really is a reminder that you're not alone out there trying to deal with all of this stuff. Weeezer I agree that the hypos could be...

Firstly I would like to say that I'm so glad that I have found such a wonderful and supportive forum. I've been type 1 for 23 years. I am originally from the UK but have been living in New Zealand for the last 12 years. I would very much appreciate some advice regarding my problems. My...

Yes I think that it's essential to have at least 1 spare.

I normally have around 3, usually in the form of an omelette.

My last Hba1c was 36 which converts to 5.4%. I'm generally below 6.2% on average, but it's not easy :)