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Hi Your problem is very common in the first year, I remember having to change my insulin dose up and down every couple of months, my nurse told me happens to almost everyone. I still, 3.5 years in, have to alter my insulin. All the points raised are really good valid points that you need to rule...

That’s good to hear you have got some more useful information and as often the case the others on the course are very helpful. My name is on a list for an online course, sounds similar to your online course. I eat low carb though so I don’t know what they are going to think of that! My nurse is...

Do you think the course has helped in any way?

That sounds lovely! Did you have to inject bolus insulin for that?

It raised my blood sugars by about 3mmol the whole time. This meant for me constantly taking more insulin, I also had a thumping headache every day. I usually walk 2 miles every morning and my legs from the knees down swelled up it was painful to walk and just got worse as the day went on. Their...

I would be insisting on another recent blood test for full cholesterol tests before taking atorvastatin. My dad has no side effects, I had a terrible time and stopped after a fortnight.

I have read this with interest, I had very unpredictable results until they changed the needles, what needles is your wife using? Microdot silicone coated and longer needles (now using Microdot 8mm) made the insulin much more effective, reduced stinging and bruising and gave me more consistent...

Hi Lucylocket just remember the brilliant blood test results listed at the bottom of your post. Ignore any rudeness and just get the answers you want. Hope it goes better than expected.

If I go to a restaurant I often wear a short sleeved top or dress with jacket or cardigan and then you can easily remove the cardigan and inject in your arm at the table. I usually ask when ordering approximately how long the food will be. I also carry a small handbag mirror very useful for...

Hi Your readings of 5’s and 6’s are great. As Ellie says your worry would be diabetic ketoacidocis Do look this up so you are aware, do not panic about it. It only usually happens when you have an infection eg UTI, infected cut, insect bite, COVID Some people seem more susceptible than others...

Hi Nina So glad you are reaching out, I don’t know if you have any temporary or permanent damage but the main thing is that you are doing the right thing now. That is the best option and hopefully as time goes on you can deal with any issues that come up but you should start to feel a lot better...

Hi I asked the same question of my nurse yesterday. Exercise more was the answer however I have a phone appointment with an excellent dietitian who specialises in Diabetes next week as my nurse told me some exercise can push your BG up and you don’t need any correction doses when trying to lose...

My Libre looks like that after each vaccine. After the booster it took 6 weeks to settle down It’s very hard work, but it will settle eventually. My nurse spoke to me numerous times I ended up doubling my Levemir doing loads of corrections, extra walk8ng but I think it just took time and came...

Have you been told about sick day rules by your diabetic nurse? Are you testing for ketones? It’s very important to avoid diabetic ketoacidocis when you have an infection. Do look this up so you are aware of the symptoms. I hope you manage to lower your levels soon, easier said than done I know...

Hi I am so sorry to read your situation. I am not medically trained in any way but you really sound at your wit’s end, so some ideas that may or may not help. Can I ask is her HbA1c of 33 based on her diet of fasting and mostly chicken and eggs? If so, is this her reasoning for not wanting to...

Wishing you a speedy recovery

Hi Natalie Don’t wait for a referral, it will take ages. The doctor can do a blood test to check for GAD antibodies. Also a c-peptide test to see if you are producing any insulin. Tell them the medication is not working and your numbers are high. This will rule in or out type 1. Please be aware...

It’s so difficult I really hope it improves soon for you

Are you taking a correction dose of Novorapid before bed? My nurse tells me to do this, however start small as you are then not eating it has a much greater effect but would hopefully stop that 25 in the night?

Hi Yes I have this every time I am ill, it’s very frustrating. Usually is a very gradual return to normal and often takes me the best part of 3 weeks. You look a lot younger than me so hopefully it won’t be so long for you! You could ask to try one packet of Fiasp rather than Novorapid while you...