Hello, I think it's time I admit I need help. I have had type 1 diabetes for nearly 6 years now and things are not looking up. Through these years, I have had roughly 16 episodes of severe nightly hypoglycemia - bad enough to have the ambulance called, as I lose consciousness when I'm asleep. I do use a meter to manage my diabetes; however things get pretty bad at night, especially when I'm tired. Often, I wake up if my BG drops too low, but sometimes I am not so fortunate...
It has gotten so bad recently that I am strongly considering a CGM system to prevent sever episodes; however due to my current situation, I am not able to self-fund such a system. I am aware of NICE guidelines for NHS funding, but I would like to hear about people who have gone through something like this and perhaps receive some advice. I am going to see a GP ASAP, but any information or support would be extremely appreciated, as I am at my wit's end. Thank you for reading, and have a nice day.
It has gotten so bad recently that I am strongly considering a CGM system to prevent sever episodes; however due to my current situation, I am not able to self-fund such a system. I am aware of NICE guidelines for NHS funding, but I would like to hear about people who have gone through something like this and perhaps receive some advice. I am going to see a GP ASAP, but any information or support would be extremely appreciated, as I am at my wit's end. Thank you for reading, and have a nice day.