Recent Content by shirleyannco

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    Telling off for self testing

    I had the same response when I showed my Libra sensor it was implied that as I was type 2 I was wasting my money I ignored that went low carb have never had medication and average 39 without the sensor I wouldn’t have a clue how I was doing
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    freestyle libre

    I self fund my Libra sensor I have had one since they were approved I wouldn’t be without it my average over a90 day period is 39 It was 52 when first diagnosed in September 2017 I have had 2 that didn’t adhere to my arm but a quick phone call to Abbott laboratories soon had them replaced I have...
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    What's the biggest glucose spike you've had?

    I went from 5.2 to 13 aftt Bran flakes with skimmed milk but 2 hours later I was back in the 5 snow have eggs and bacon instead
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    Apple Watch and LibreLink

    I have a iPhone 8+ all I did was download the Libre app and it reads my sensor and keeps a clear record I have found it very easy to use and at 80 that’s not bad
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    Type 2s: What was your fasting blood glucose in a morning? (very low chat level)

    4.7. Not on any medication self funding Freestyle Libre which I find really helps me keep within my parameters I follow a low carb diet with occasional treats I think it would really help if the sensor was more readily available surely it would save money in the future to keep individuals as...
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    Great HbA1c result but got told off for it...

    This is unbelievable she should be praising you not moaning well done you
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    Thank you forum

    This is the only place you can get a straight answer to all the questions spinning round in your head
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    Not coping :(

    I felt exactly like this my diagnosis came out of the blue when I had a pre op appointment before knee replacement surgery. Didn’t get on with my diabetes nurse have never seen a doctor. I got myself a Libre Sensor and haven’t looked back I stick to a low carb diet and take no medication I’m in...
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    testing post food

    I do two hours after the finish of the meal my reading is higher if I do it sooner
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    Which meter should I get?

    I have a Freestyle Libra sensor plus reader and an app for my phone rather expensive a sensor only last two weeks but I love it really feel in control and so easy to use
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    Poll: Which diabetes course(s) have you attended?

    I also found this course a waste of time and very patronising
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    Introduce Yourself: Answer Some Personal Questions

    Shirley. 80. Female. English. Northampton. No. Happy busy caring. No pets. Apple. Walking. Not really. Only earrings. Lionel Ritchie Elton John Dire Straits Jessie Jay Oasis. Easy listening. Canadian. No like comfort. Been in love with my husband for 63 years. No. New Zealand Australia America...