Recent Content by binney

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    Dexcom One use on a Sunbed

    Hi all I have just connected up to the Dexcom One CGM today and I would like to know if you can use a sunbed whilst using it? Also I am going on holiday in a few weeks and wondered what happens when you go through security at the airport.Appreciate any info Many thanks Binney
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    Dont know what to do!

    Thanks for all the interesting & helpful replies I will definitely try cutting the carbs as suggested, and check the breakdown of my cholesterol. I think I will try to lower mine naturally too. So glad other people think the same as me
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    Dont know what to do!

    Hi thanks to both of you for your interesting replies, I completely agree that the decision is a personal one. And the reason for me posting was to see what other peoples views are on this ever confusing issue and to see if other people shared my heart felt view of not wanting to continue to...
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    Dont know what to do!

    Hi everyone I have a dilema regarding taking cholesteral lowering medication.I am a type 1 on Novorapid and Insulatard.I was put on Simvastin a few years ago but couldnt get on with them.Like so many got the side effects of joint and muscle pain so I stopped taking them.Recently my cholesteral...
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    Should I change to Levemir

    Hi all really need some advice as cannot get my fasting glucose to normal range has been like it for weeks no matter what I try and its really getting me down, am wondering if I should change my basal to Levemir instead of Insulatard which I split taking it AM and PM.I feel I get the DP as my...
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    How do you stop the Dawn Phenomenan

    Hi sam thanks for your reply yeah that sounds an interesting idea taking medium acting insulin with my long acting.I have got that book its very good I will have to find it out again.BTW I am on Insulatard( not Lantus) which is split AM & pre bed as it peaks slightly after about 6 hours which I...
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    How do you stop the Dawn Phenomenan

    Thankyou for the replys,yes it is a regular occurence and has been for a while which is why I' me very concerned about it as nothing I do seems to be working.I have increased my evening Insulatard to see if that would help but it hasnt as yet.Are there any drugs that could stop it?if anyone else...
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    How do you stop the Dawn Phenomenan

    Hi all I have posted before about my ever annoying high BS readings pre breakfast and it is still a daily occurence and has been for several months.I just dont seem to be able to sort it and it is realy getting me down.I have tested during the night on several occaisions,last night as an...
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    Blood pressure medication

    Hi all Have recently been started on Perindopril 4mg daily for my high blood pressure,which I take before bed as instructed by my GP am just curious if it could cause a rise in blood sugar level upon waking.Has anyone else experienced this?All it says on the patient information leaflet is to...
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    MAJOR MISTAKE!!!

    Hi Lucy you are not an idiot,we all make mistakes.I think you should send out for a takeaway!U might aswell make the most of being able to have a feast.Lol.Seriously hope it all turns out ok.Its a worry I know,eat lots,test lots and you'l be fine. Take care Binney
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    Hi Type 1.5 diagnosed December 2010!!

    Hi sorry to hear you have had such a bad time of it since your diagnosis,it shouldnt be that difficult to get the right care that you so deserved and no wonder you have been feeling angry,frustrated and upset about such a life changing situation.Its such a shame that you havn't had the support...
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    A serious question!

    Thankyou RRB for your kind words :D.yes slowly getting back on track. Seems we have alot in common with our Diabetes if you have had it for 23 years.It sure is a roller coaster hey.I think your quote is great and so true.Hope all is good with you & your control at mo if you would like to keep in...
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    A serious question!

    Hi just wanted to say a big thankyou to all the replies to my question last week and for sharing your experiences with me.It realy helped to hear that it is possible to recover from a realy bad hypo.That has helped to build my confidence as going to bed after what happened has been a bit scary...
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    A serious question!

    Hi all Thanks for the replies and kind words it realy means alot :D .I completely get the comments re to much basal or wrong insulin pre bed,and having spent most of the day reflecting on why it happened I feel 99.9% sure I didnt do that,but can see how it could be possible,we all make...
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    A serious question!

    Hi all Having experienced a realy bad unexplainable hypo last night,the full works,unconscious and BS 1.2MMOLS,thanks to paramedics a glucogen kit and a wonderful husband that Ime sitting here to tell the tale.My question is that if I hadnt had the glugogen then would I still be here telling you...