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  1. cott97
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    Lantus Shortage

    Going short again locally. Some people are switching from pre filled pens to cartridges. Don't wait until the last minute to put your script in.
    Post by: cott97, Aug 12, 2019 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
  2. cott97
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    Lantus Shortage

    There has been a shortage going back about 3 weeks but local NHS was assured it was back in stock. It is available again locally. Your GP...
    Post by: cott97, Aug 8, 2019 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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    DLA ending letter & PIP application

    Hi omnipod Yes I drive and hold down a full time job as a practice manager for a GP surgery. DVLA aware as I also use insulin and have sleep...
    Post by: cott97, Jul 18, 2019 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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    DLA ending letter & PIP application

    Write it all down as one of the things they ask about is meal preparation. I know you will be aware but you need to try to eat properly. Can you...
    Post by: cott97, May 19, 2019 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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    DLA ending letter & PIP application

    So when I had mine I was clear I can get up stairs but then have to lie down. I can't shower without sitting down, I can't make a hot drink...
    Post by: cott97, May 19, 2019 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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    Travelling to the USA / travel insurance

    Sitting in a GP surgery we always put our heads in our hands when a travel insurance claim comes in. Most of the time the patient will have...
    Post by: cott97, May 17, 2019 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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    DLA ending letter & PIP application

    The key to PIP is how you are affected not what your illness is. You need to describe in detail things you may find embarrassing. I work but...
    Post by: cott97, May 16, 2019 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
  8. cott97
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    Empagliflozin/Jardiance and Metformin

    Took forxiga for 18 months. No weight loss but had 4 UTIs including one that ended up in A&E. Never had one before. Symptoms were non existent...
    Post by: cott97, Apr 13, 2019 in forum: Other Diabetic Medications
  9. cott97
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    Compatible phones for freestyle libre

    You can add the Google pixel to the list
    Post by: cott97, May 18, 2018 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
  10. cott97
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    It didnt sink in

    One thing I learnt dealing with diabetes and chronic pain is that support and information go a long way to dealing with the change. Use this...
    Post by: cott97, Nov 13, 2017 in forum: Newly Diagnosed
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    FreeStyle Libre - My Life with the Machine

    I ended up with 3 meters, 2 with control solution and scrubbed hands and the libre was showing 2.6 and the meters between 6 and 7.2. Now if I was...
    Post by: cott97, Nov 2, 2017 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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    FreeStyle Libre - My Life with the Machine

    I think DVLA approval might make it more cost effective but it's still pricey. I would also personally want to see it working every time and not...
    Post by: cott97, Nov 2, 2017 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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    Breakfast

    Interesting post, I have personally found that carbs disagree with me and make me want more. However I do eat a lot of meat. I had one week...
    Post by: cott97, Nov 2, 2017 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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    Margarine takes a hit

    It's in the fridge ready to be tried. Glad it's good....now something low carb to go with it
    Post by: cott97, Nov 2, 2017 in forum: Food, Nutrition and Recipes
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    FreeStyle Libre - My Life with the Machine

    You can get free postage using the codes from another thread on here and taking off the VAT makes a difference but agreed not cheap.
    Post by: cott97, Nov 2, 2017 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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    Life with Libre

    But if the wholesalers get them at £35 or less then there might be an opportunity to compete. I can't see any pharmacy buying in at £35 or even...
    Post by: cott97, Oct 15, 2017 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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    Life with Libre

    I think it would increase usage of you could just go out and buy one.
    Post by: cott97, Oct 15, 2017 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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    Life with Libre

    Do you think that's to prepare for NHS rollout? Will be interested to see if prices drop or you can get them from chemists from 1st November.
    Post by: cott97, Oct 15, 2017 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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    Life with Libre

    New one on the way. Current one working normally
    Post by: cott97, Oct 12, 2017 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
  20. cott97
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    Life with Libre

    Nothing on my account...
    Post by: cott97, Oct 11, 2017 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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