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It's interesting you say that about changes in behaviour. I have noted on several separate occasions in the last few months, he can suddenly become irritable and borderline aggressive which is out of character. Its always in the evening. I did wonder if this was a result of blood sugar levels.

Hi, Yes, we have had those conversations and he actually broached the subject with me and explained it to me. But now you have raised this I am going to have the conversation again as in all honesty I may well write it down to make sure I know it. Thanks.

Thanks for all of the advice, it's been very helpful and cleared up things I needed to understand. [emoji1360]

Ha, thank you , trying to be.

Right I see. So generally, he can eat what he wants and the insulin dosage will take care of this. With regards to diet, the same rules apply to everybody, a healthy diet is the best way forward and being diabetic doesn't set you apart in this. It may be preferable to the individual to try and...

Hi @Antje77 Thanks for replying. Dont worry, I'm not going to start telling him what to do. I would never have listened at his age, and had a lot more going on. These are exactly the kind of responses I need, it gives me a greater understanding which is all I ask for. As far as I know he...

Hi @Jaylee , thanks for replying so quickly. He uses injections. To be fair to him he is very good at this side of it, but then I suppose that is extremely important. Yes, he hasnt got the widest ranging diet, hes a very fussy eater. He eats a lot of carbs which I understand is very important...

I have never been on a forum before so my apologies, if i'm getting this wrong or not following the correct ettiquete. I am in need of some advice and knowledge. Recently our nephew came to live with us, he is 19 and type 1 diabetic, he has been for around 10 years. He's a great lad but can be...