Recent Content by titchy_lou

I'm going to ask for more info from my GP tomorrow. It just doesn't seem fair that I'm missing out on this because I'm diabetic...and I now have to wait over 3 months for an appointment. The wait at this hospital is 'weeks'.

I'm not sure if I've put this is the right thread... Basically, my GP wants to refer me to a specialist regarding my IBS. For some reason or other, he referred me to a semi-private hospital, so that I could be seen quicker. I found out today that this hospital has rejected the application for...

Hello, I'm not sure if this post is allowed, but I really want to get the word out about schemes to help us diabetics who are struggling. I have recently become involved in a Peer Support Scheme, set up by Diabetes UK. Have recently received training, and now looking to really promote this new...

Lantus seems to make me itch, whilst novo-rapid hurts. I do a different spot every time, but it's not making it any easier. I have a bruise for every one that I've done on my leg...any tips for the exactly perfect spot on my legs? Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal...

Thanks for your replies everyone! Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin

I do 1 hour of Zumba 2/3 times a week, and go for long walks at the weekend. I do still feel like I need to do more but I'm always ill so am in a lose lose situation Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin

Had a very long chat tonight with bridezilla...gave an hour long lecture on the importance of not screwing around with your body, especially diabetes. Also, I've made it clear that I won't be going to the chocolate factory, because it'll make me feel terrible. She did say she would think about...

I'm afraid I don't have that art of conversation. Also, I imagine they're going to want to discuss what the chocolate is like, not what's going in next weekend etc :s Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin

Thank you for finally addressing this part! As you know, I've only been diagnosed for 18 months, I've had basal insulin a month, and bolus, only a week, I hope I can be excused for being anxious so little on! I've asked my dsn about correction doses, but she said one step at a time. Diabetes...

The bride is indeed supposed to get everything she wants, it's supposedly more her wedding, than even the groom! When the bride gets a little too into this theory, I call it 'bridezilla' :p Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin

Thanks for all your input, everyone. I'm still thinking about this a lot, especially as today was my cousins weddings :) I'm starting to think my friend has taken the 'oh that'll never happen to you' attitude, when I've explained what happened to my grandad. However, my friend struggles with a...

Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics Anyone know how I can edit the title of this thread? Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin

Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics I have been hoping its just 'bridezilla' talking, rather than my actual friend. :p Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin

Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics I'm not sure, I'm just hoping it does... Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin

Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics I understand that I can just take extra insulin, but as I've said in previous posts, I am anxious to do this, after seeing my grandad and other people who do it, ruin their lives. My diabetes also isn't under control yet, so I don't see why I should put a strain...