Recent Content by Pippa1988

Hi I’ve personally found that going privately has given me a lot more options for early treatment, it has also given me an opportunity to ask in detail all of my many many questions and get in depth, clear answers without feeling rushed. Unfortunately all of this does come with a price tag...

Thank you! I’m going to clinic on weds so going to ask about having a pump. Thanks so much for your words of reassurance and encouragement- I’ve never really been on forums like this before. I think being diabetic for as long as I can remember it was never really a big deal to me, however since...

Thanks for the response! I had the injections yesterday and whilst it was pretty unpleasant I coped and think I will manage to do it again. I think the fear of continued problems with my sight just made me toughen up and get on with it. How many did you have overall? I have to go back in 4...

Hi Gemma, thanks for the response! I had my injections yesterday, luckily didn’t require any sedation, just tried to zone out and stay calm. They all kept saying I was very brave so I must have done all right! Yes before this happened I was exercising 3 times a week and loved it. I had also...

Hi there, thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I’m sorry for the delay in getting back to you- I had my injections yesterday! You’re right my eyes were so gritty and sore the rest of the day, not too bad today just a bit achey. I took your advice re the paracetamol so thank you for...

Can I ask what pump you use that connects to your watch in that way? I’ve injected since diagnosis in 1992 but having some issues and think it’s time for a pump...

Fantastic thank you!

Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. How are your eyes now? Have you had any further problems? Thanks for the words of encouragement my injections are tomorrow. Like you say I’m just gonna try and chill and pretend I’m somewhere else! I’m struggling with hypos too at the mo, I had...

Thank you for your response! I’m sorry I only just saw it. I’ve had 2 lots of laser now. I’ve sought out a private opinion and I’m going to be having some injections as I was concerned about the risk to peripheral vision as i would need laser in both eyes. How soon were you allowed to exercise...

Hi everyone, I’m new to the forum but so far have found a lot of the posts very helpful. I’ve been diagnosed with proliferative retinopathy in both eyes which has caused a vitreous haemorrhage in the right eye. Frustratingly this has been caused by a sudden improvement in my health and control...

Sorry to post again but does anyone know if there is any reason why I shouldn’t wear my contact lenses at the moment? I forgot to ask at the eye clinic

Hi, I realise your original post is some time ago now but I have just read this and it sounds very similar to what is happening to me right now.... I’m 31, diabetic for 27 years this year. Only ever had background retinopathy and attended every annual screen. On Sunday I had a vitreous...