Recent Content by Nathancarterfan84

https://freeist.co.uk/?v=79cba1185463 Not sure if anyone has seen these. I've tried the Cola Bottles and the ***** Bears. Both really nice.

Hi Gazza Thanks for all the advice. I shall definately look into the libre system. I've got a good wee meter but if the libre is more accurate i might try that instead . But I am only getting back so that will need to be done over time unfortunately. I have a few bits and pieces in my bag like...

I did ask my doctor last time I was down to double my strips. I use the Glucoman Areo 2K which seems to store a lot. I was told to have a separate meter for the truck, but I think I will just use the same one for all my testing. It stores a good amount of readings, more than 3 months I think...

Searley thats good to know there isn't much difference. Maybe i'm worrying more than I need to , its just all new to me so still an unknown. Plus as you say, you don't want to be getting too low. Thanks for all your help

Yes Searley I got the thumbs up this week and know about the testing. Does working nights make your sugar levels and different to normal?

Thank you for the long and detailed reply. I am only on injections at the moment. Might look into the pumps in the future and the libre. Hopefully being on nightshift doesn't alter my readings too much x

Morning i Everyone Tonight I start back at work as a HGV driver. for the first time since being insulin dependent. Does anyone have any advice on how to keep my sugar levels normal? Are there any specific rules around hgv driving while on insulin, for example I was told by another driver I...

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Does anyone know how long the DVLA take to do their investigations into the group two entitlement? They had the report from the diabetic specialist on the 1st of January and they are still saying there is no update or timescale. Are you able to claim loss of earnings after a period of time...

No problem thanks

Hi everyone. Are you allowed to drive a car while the dvla do investigations or do you need to wait till they are completed? Thanks in advance Martin

Thanks for all the kind welcomes. Yeah it's been a crazy few months. To hear a doctor that treated me say is that boy still alive put everything into perspective for me. Will certainly be glad to get back to work and into a routine again

Hi everyone. Been type two since 2012, mostly controlled by Metaformin and a few other tablets I took pancreatitis in 2017 caused by Gallstones Then in March this year, I ended up in hospital with what I thought was a bug. Turned out it was pancreatitis again. I also took ketoacidosis, I...