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I start up new sensors by scanning it immediately and the readings seem consistent with my past experience. I was told that readings would differ from finger pricking and decided that I would now rely on the sensor and forget finger pricking altogether. I am concerned mainly with the direction...

This seems to be at the discretion of doctors - I am type 2 and have been prescribed sensors for a few years now.

U have had type 2 diabetes for about 15 years and currently treat with Novarapid three variable doses between 18 and 26 units according to readings) and Lantus (fixed night time dose of 58). I try to be sensible in not eating sweets and sugary things but cannot resist of find a subsitute for...

You say in your question -"I put one into another and press hard under flat surface" -When joining the two parts of the sensor you should not need to apply any strong pressure they gently click into place in your hands. I am wondering if you are aligning the lug on one part with the cut out on...

Part of your problem is that with libre changes take much longer to register than with finger pricking. I have calculated that my libre readings are nearly two hours behind. I gather it's different for each person so you need a period of measuring finger prick readings against your libre sensor...

I am type 2 but on insulin rapid 3 daily plus night time lantus. I have often wondered why I instead of dieting I cant simply adjust my insulin to the food I want to eat. I am sure there are good reasons but still curious.

I have no idea because I would not normally test bg after a drink. This makes me wonder if you are micro managing your levels too much? Different foods take varying amounts of time to affect levels and often do so over a long period. So if you had a meal then three hours later drink your tea...

I have stubborn ulcers on both ankles the first goes back to 2004 when I cut the back of my ankle on a bed frame. The other dates from my heart by pass when they removed a vein from my leg 4 years ago - they do not heal quickly and get occasional relapses through infections. They are dressed by...

Sorry if I confused - I take lantus at night and nova rapid with meals. The issue really for me is inconsistency for example last night when I took my lantus dose at 11.00 pm my levels were 12.7 which was what I expected as we did not eat until 8.30 pm - I checked it again just before sleeping...

I am returning to posting here after a short absence. I am type 2 insulin controlled and my "normal" control is Lantus 50 units at night and 22-24 units 3 times a day with meals, Lately some readings are not making sense to me for example I find I need to have a night time level of not less...

No ice cream?

I have just received my first sensor on prescription - the doctor wasnt sure if it was the right thing on the computer so just ordered one "kit" which turned out to be just the sensor and applicator that \I have normally bought. Fingers crossed the next time I go to the surgery I will get it on...

I was diagnosed type 2 in 2002 and immediately put on metformin as well as being given some dietary advice. I had been feeling thirsty and tired for a few weeks and my blood test revealed very high levels of blood sugar, high enough that I was summoned back to the doctor on the day they got my...