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  1. Markpowell

    Why do GP recommend not to test blood sugars with glucose meter?

    I think GPs are trying to save money from their budgets, which is not right, our surgery have changed our meters twice in the last two years because the test strips are cheaper. I am a type 2 diabetic and have been for the last 12 years, that's 10 years kidding my self I didn't have it , and due...
  2. Markpowell

    2 hypos since 8.30

    Try having something like a sandwich or fruit, sounds like you need some carbohydrates ! A mars bar or drink are short acting sugars and won't last long if your blood sugar is really low. Have something with carbohydrate in it and check your blood sugars in about half an hour. If it's still...
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