Recent Content by offtheback

Hi Grant, Thanks for the reply, As the Libre shows a graph my bg doesn't seem to fluctuate. I was wondering about blood pressure. I've seen it mentioned on other forums. I could go to my GP and ask to borrow a monitor. Having thought about it usually when it's cold, like today. I spent a...

Hi folks, I have an issue with my vision whilst cycling. I'm a Type 1 on pump therapy and was diagnosed in late 1971. My control is moderate, much better since I received my pump about 9 years ago. I have had quite a lot of laser treatment in my eyes over the years, and I'm not sure if this...

Thanks for the reply's I have Googled the subject, but information is a bit vague. I don't really have hypo's - more the other direction! I seems a bit harsh however, that one hypo a year can result in loosing your licence. Personally I always carry a BG meter and glucose gel in my car, and I...

Hi Everyone, I am new to this forum, so apologies if this question has been asked before! I have been a T1 for 43 years. I was diagnosed in 1971, and was brought up on exchanges and glass syringes. I have held my driving licence since 17, and am well used to the checks done every 3 years...