Recent Content by d302q1

Hi Vicky, I was also diagnosed Type 1 (late onset) recently at 34 which was totally random so I know how you feel! 2 things I recommend: 1) I know I sound lazy but definitely push to get a glucose monitor/sensor such as Freestyle Libre 2 or the Dexcom G6 as soon as you can. It's life-changing...

I used to self-fund Dexcom G6 which was excellent, and set my range between 3.9 and 7.8 to try and keep it in the range of a "normal person". Got told off by the diabetic nurse that the ranges were too tight because I was skimming the bottom surface too often - which gave a awesome Hba1c result...

Agree with KK123. You need insulin, now. Don’t delay, get on the phone every morning and pester your GP.

Take real care of your legs and feet as any damage to them (e.g. through itching) will take longer to heal, or may not heal at all. Eczema is common on the legs because the circulation is poor - I really recommend E45 cream (you can get it in Boots) to alleviate itching, easily absorbed and you...