Recent Content by Andy_Nash

I'm not able to advise on advance engagement with airports. I always take a doctor's letter with me, but don't think I've ever been asked to show it. However, building on urbanracer's suggestion, I'd absolutely recommend taking your prescription with you too. I didn't always do this in the past...

I've not heard that before. I use Lemsip for colds and have never noticed any impact on my sugars.

I'm not a medic, and also not a pump user, although I do use a CGM. Like you, initially I found the advice you were given surprising, but equally I see that some are suggesting reasons why it may have been sound. Obviously it's for you to decide whether to take the advice or not, but one...

Hi. I avoided mention of interstitial fluid or extrapolation for simplicity but very deliberately referred to the delay in reacting to changes in "trend" rather than "level", so I think it terms of practical meaning for users it is the same (ie if there's been a recent change in trend, it may...

Hi @MiyaKimH. I'm very sorry to read about your situation. I don't know enough to comment on the medical side but it's good your boyfriend's in hospital and can be looked after well. I wish him all the best for a speedy recovery and hope you get reassuring and positive news soon.

Hi. Usually your finger prick will be more accurate, as long as your hands are clean (if you haven't washed them, things such as food residue can distort the readings, potentially seriously). The Libre readings have a lag time in reacting to changes in trend of blood sugars. So, for example, if...

I'm a Type 1 diabetic so things may different. However, I also find that a similar breakfast can lead to different blood sugars on subsequent days. If my sugars are high overnight, even a small breakfast is liable to cause a spike (unless I also increase my insulin, or take exercise). However...