PenguinMum
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- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
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- Diet only
I needed that laugh, thanks!Oh my. I have disturbing echoes of Frankie Howard or Kenneth Williams saying those lines
I needed that laugh, thanks!Oh my. I have disturbing echoes of Frankie Howard or Kenneth Williams saying those lines
Do you carb count, if you're not eating you need to reduce the amount of insulin you take, night time hypos could mean you need to reduce the basek insulin, hope you feel better soon.Morning everyone feeling awful this morning I think I might have a chest infection as I’m coughing,lost my appetite,walking any distance makes me out of breath and my lung function is down. Also I’m not sure what to do to prevent nighttime hypos (due to eating very little) I tried drinking Coke but after a few hours I was back in the low 4.0s so I ended up drinking the full bottle of Coke over the course of the night (375mls) anyway I hope you all have a good day
I chucked out my balsamic only apple cider vinegar in house now or use a bit of lemon juice I reacted to it as did @DJC3 i seem to remember? Mind you poor sleep is also a trigger for me too! Or it could just be the fbg lottery in action again!
Morning everyone feeling awful this morning I think I might have a chest infection as I’m coughing,lost my appetite,walking any distance makes me out of breath and my lung function is down.
BasalDo you carb count, if you're not eating you need to reduce the amount of insulin you take, night time hypos could mean you need to reduce the basek insulin, hope you feel better soon.
@philchap1 I don’t carb count I only have insulin in the morning 12 units of levemir or if I’m high I have 3 units of novorapidDo you carb count, if you're not eating you need to reduce the amount of insulin you take, night time hypos could mean you need to reduce the basek insulin, hope you feel better soon.
@rhubarb73 dont be sorry it’s not your fault and yes my mum is trying to get me a appointment my local GP has been all booked up but hopefully they can squeeze me in as they know me very well there and know about my lung transplantSorry to hear this- are you getting some help? Chest infections need medical attention.
@Goacher55 Hope Hugo carries on helping you get through a testing time and take care.I’m a tired and disappointed 8.4 thus morning can feel a feel sorry for myself morning ahead. I’m cold, I’m tired but I’ve got a cocker spaniel for comfort the only way is up from here although Hugo has helped
Thanks for that @Canvaspic it sounds very promising@ianpspurs, I use MyNetDiary for my diet. It covers sat fat, unsat and trans fat. Also 3 different ways of measuring carbs. I use the “diabetes version” which allows you to track BG as well as BP, steps .....and many measurements. I like it, it works for me.
I will never chuck out my Balsamic Vinegar I like it too much.Yes I did, took your advice and chucked it out too. Shame, I liked it, but just not worth it in the end.
Hi @Canvaspic i have been to the drs he thinks it’s a chest infection so gave me an antibiotic if my chest hasn’t cleared in a few days I have to come back and will most likely be sent to A&E as it could also be my lungs rejecting (I had a lung transplant) my mum also rang the drs in Newcastle (transplant specialists) and they said not to take the antibiotic and get a spit sample sent to the drs they told my mum they’d ring back this afternoon if I’ve to come over for any tests etcGood morning all. 5.6 today. Mild here, but threatening rain. Long walk on the cards for me. Planning a trip to the docs to get an update on my lab results. But may ask for a fasting c-peptide, to try to understand what my pancreas is doing. Keen to keep my BG low for a few months to shake off an infection i have. May ask to change my meds, although not warranted my my pre-diabetics numbers.
@ianpspurs, I use MyNetDiary for my diet. It covers sat fat, unsat and trans fat. Also 3 different ways of measuring carbs. I use the “diabetes version” which allows you to track BG as well as BP, steps .....and many measurements. I like it, it works for me.
@Ziggy2017, I agree with Alf, sounds like an infection and a visit to a doctor is a good idea. If there are any nurses (or doctors) in your family, it can be useful to have a chat also. They probably know the best doctors in a given field, and may be able to suggest something else useful. I hope you get some answers.
Red wine at 10am ?!!Forgot to do it on waking. Just done now at 10am and 6.3. Usually in the 5s.
Mushroom omlete and a glass of red wine is is then!!!
,Hi @Canvaspic i have been to the drs he thinks it’s a chest infection so gave me an antibiotic if my chest hasn’t cleared in a few days I have to come back and will most likely be sent to A&E as it could also be my lungs rejecting (I had a lung transplant) my mum also rang the drs in Newcastle (transplant specialists) and they said not to take the antibiotic and get a spit sample sent to the drs they told my mum they’d ring back this afternoon if I’ve to come over for any tests etc