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Confused by a Tresiba "Side Effects"

Well they are referred to as "adverse reactions" which to me is basically the same thing as a side effect as it is implying these are negative...

Post by: pinewood, Jan 25, 2021 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Confused by a Tresiba "Side Effects"

Thanks @Antje77 - appreciate it. I expect you're right but I just found it so strange they'd listed those out so explicitly, as I don't think...

Post by: pinewood, Jan 25, 2021 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Confused by a Tresiba "Side Effects"

So according to multiple sources, one possible side effect of Tresiba is "upper respiratory tract infections". Even NovoNordisk themselves cite...

Thread by: pinewood, Jan 25, 2021, 10 replies, in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Confused as I’m high all week

Did you go back to normal? I'm currently going through the same thing of a weird period of random high sugars for seemingly no reason. Hope you...

Post by: pinewood, Nov 16, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Periods of high blood sugars with no explanation

Hi everyone. Hope you are all keeping safe and well. Over the last week I've been struggling with high blood sugars. I have increased my...

Thread by: pinewood, Nov 16, 2020, 3 replies, in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Any developments about Dexcom on prescription?

I've been using Libre for the last couple of months and I'm completely fed up with it. I am, of course, incredibly grateful to have it on...

Thread by: pinewood, Sep 11, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Libre accuracy - help!

Thanks. I'm worried they will "ban" me soon because I've needed so many replacements lately! They really don't work well for me. I might have...

Post by: pinewood, Aug 13, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Libre accuracy - help!

Hi everyone. I recently switched from Dexcom to Libre and have literally had nothing but problems.; it seems to always be inaccurate for me...

Thread by: pinewood, Aug 13, 2020, 5 replies, in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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BD Microfine Needles 4mm - stock issues?

It was pharmacy2u that told me the same! I also tried another pharmacy and there was no issue, so not happy they’re telling people porkies!

Post by: pinewood, Jun 27, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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BD Microfine Needles 4mm - stock issues?

From my research VIVA is definitely not the same as Micro-Fine and is a cheaper and inferior product without the same amount of lubrication. Glad...

Post by: pinewood, Jun 22, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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BD Microfine Needles 4mm - stock issues?

Hi everyone, these are the only needles I like as others have caused me scars / pain but my Pharmacy is saying there are manufacturing issues and...

Thread by: pinewood, Jun 21, 2020, 7 replies, in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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What is the latest re: FreeStyle Libre on prescription?

Hi everyone. I wondered if anyone could update me on how easy (or not) it is to get FreeStyle Libre on prescription, specifically in London but...

Thread by: pinewood, Jun 8, 2020, 5 replies, in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Corona virus

I know you're trying to be optimistic but a 10% chance of DYING isn't a great statistic to take comfort in! There was -- worryingly -- much less...

Post by: pinewood, Mar 20, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Corona virus

Really worrying times. I've had a weird feeling in my chest for over a week now. It kind of feels a little bit heavy/tight. But I have no other...

Post by: pinewood, Mar 20, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Corona virus

. There is still no scientific consensus on whether you are immune once you catch it; some people have got it a second time.

Post by: pinewood, Mar 15, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Blood level wont come down

yes, happens to me all the time. Usual response is that you might be coming down with a cold or other infection or if you are in a period of high...

Post by: pinewood, Feb 22, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Type 1: What are your HbA1c test results?

Recently had my highest ever (since post-diagnosis) of 6.5 (47). Honeymoon is definitely now over, 5 years in was a good run, now time to start...

Post by: pinewood, Jan 23, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Drenching night sweat = hypo?

No, it's all okay but thanks for the kind thoughts! I just wanted a break; I've been using it basically non-stop for the past few years and...

Post by: pinewood, Jan 23, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Drenching night sweat = hypo?

Yes, I didn't have a Dexcom sensor on. I've been getting a bit of Diabetes burnout so I am relying on finger pricks and having a week off of...

Post by: pinewood, Jan 23, 2020 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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Drenching night sweat = hypo?

Hi everyone. Last night I woke up literally drenched in sweat from head to toe, with my sheets soaking. This has never happened to me before. I...

Thread by: pinewood, Jan 23, 2020, 13 replies, in forum: Type 1 Diabetes

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