I went to America a few months after being diagnosed and I was so concerned.... You need a letter from you GP saying you are diabetic and a prescription. I took two lots of supplies, one in my hand luggage and my friend had the other. On the flight it was put in the fridge (I know that I...
I use an old container to store used strips and dispose of them with my needles in the yellow bins from the doctor or hospital - I give them back when they are full to be incinerated. No danger to anyone.
I put lancets into an old container and then put them and needles into the yellow contamination bins which I take to the hospital or surgery when they are full. No danger to anyone then.
Yes it is sooo painful and yes I do cry and oh do I feel sorry for myself! It is good to know that it isn't just me - I am so tired and I knew before I went to bed I was going to get cramp and you just lie there frightened to move incase you bring the cramp on. I haven't got any tonic water...