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<blockquote data-quote="Juicyj" data-source="post: 1810565" data-attributes="member: 53162"><p>I fully appreciate your sentiments [USER=468050]@mountaintom[/USER] on the advice given to type 1's. I personally don't believe the current information should be revised and this is based on my experience.</p><p></p><p>Type 1 is a complex condition and when I was first diagnosed I suffered a major information overload on learning about the role of insulin and the role of carbs which preoccupied my mind greatly, it was around 3-6 months after diagnosis that I then developed my knowledge further to understanding how to adjust ratios and insulin doses to suit my daily needs. Newly diagnosed type 1's are here for support and to know they are not alone, as a forum we cannot advise on insulin doses, types or ratios, this is medical advice which needs to come from their nurse or consultant, I personally advise any newbie wishing to develop their knowledge further to read 'think like a pancreas' as what they need to know is all contained within this book and it's a great way for all to know more and to be empowered and confident in taking ownership of their condition, otherwise they need to follow their DSN's advice and keep a close dialogue with them. Also remember that newbies have the added bonus of a honeymoon hence why it's even more important they maintain a dialogue with their DSN. The current advice isn't a medical support sheet it's a simple, easily digestible source designed as a welcome sheet. Each type 1 will have their own unique requirements and there is no one size fits all.</p><p></p><p>Personally I find it sad to read threads when members comment on distinguishing types, we all suffer as a result of managing a blood glucose disorder and in this was we are connected, but part of being a type 1 to me is having compassion towards others regardless of their condition or type. Having type 1 made me incredibly selfish and angry in the early days, I decided I need to work on this so I help others knowing that we all struggle on our journeys and we all need support. Also knowing that until you have walked in someone else's shoes will you ever truly realise the struggles they face.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Juicyj, post: 1810565, member: 53162"] I fully appreciate your sentiments [USER=468050]@mountaintom[/USER] on the advice given to type 1's. I personally don't believe the current information should be revised and this is based on my experience. Type 1 is a complex condition and when I was first diagnosed I suffered a major information overload on learning about the role of insulin and the role of carbs which preoccupied my mind greatly, it was around 3-6 months after diagnosis that I then developed my knowledge further to understanding how to adjust ratios and insulin doses to suit my daily needs. Newly diagnosed type 1's are here for support and to know they are not alone, as a forum we cannot advise on insulin doses, types or ratios, this is medical advice which needs to come from their nurse or consultant, I personally advise any newbie wishing to develop their knowledge further to read 'think like a pancreas' as what they need to know is all contained within this book and it's a great way for all to know more and to be empowered and confident in taking ownership of their condition, otherwise they need to follow their DSN's advice and keep a close dialogue with them. Also remember that newbies have the added bonus of a honeymoon hence why it's even more important they maintain a dialogue with their DSN. The current advice isn't a medical support sheet it's a simple, easily digestible source designed as a welcome sheet. Each type 1 will have their own unique requirements and there is no one size fits all. Personally I find it sad to read threads when members comment on distinguishing types, we all suffer as a result of managing a blood glucose disorder and in this was we are connected, but part of being a type 1 to me is having compassion towards others regardless of their condition or type. Having type 1 made me incredibly selfish and angry in the early days, I decided I need to work on this so I help others knowing that we all struggle on our journeys and we all need support. Also knowing that until you have walked in someone else's shoes will you ever truly realise the struggles they face. [/QUOTE]
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