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Type 1 Do I have to go to the doctors all the time when I am sick?

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Alex_B

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Type of diabetes
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I was told by my Diabetes nurse that when I am sick I have to go to the doctors just to check that everything is ok and I haven't got like a chest infection or pneumonia (again). I am feeling sick, it's in my chest, would I need to go to the doctors? And do I have to keep going to the doctors all the time when im sick?
 
Alex_B said:
I was told by my Diabetes nurse that when I am sick I have to go to the doctors just to check that everything is ok and I haven't got like a chest infection or pneumonia (again). I am feeling sick, it's in my chest, would I need to go to the doctors? And do I have to keep going to the doctors all the time when im sick?
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As a diabetic, it is wise to monitor your condition from day to day. Get to know what is serious and what is trivial. Remember, if in doubt - check it out!
 
Alex_B said:
I was told by my Diabetes nurse that when I am sick I have to go to the doctors just to check that everything is ok and I haven't got like a chest infection or pneumonia (again). I am feeling sick, it's in my chest, would I need to go to the doctors? And do I have to keep going to the doctors all the time when im sick?
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If you've been advised to do that then it's worth going. Even if it just sets your mind at ease.
 
Is it easier to get an appointment when you're diabetic do you think ?
 
I am "lucky" in one respect as I also have myasthenia my name is annotated on the GP's computer when I ask for an appointment I am to get one same day.

Non the less you should get it checked out does your GP's surgery not do emergency appointments as a diabetic you can be considered as particularly vulnerable to infections and can be given priority.
 
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