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Welcome to the forum @JRS87. The bgl's you describe are not that bad. I wish I could stay in that range. If you are not happy with your gp, then find one you are compatible with. You should be relaxed and comfortable with the doctor you deal with. Otherwise you will neglect your health and put...

Try not to squeeze too much from the same area. Work your way up from the base of the finger, and try to warm your hands prior to prick test to ensure blood flow to the area. Try soaking your hand in warm water prior to testing. Ensure it is free of contamination.

Fingers crossed ok?:arghh:

Be proud, the team is with you. Good luck.

As it appears to me, getting back into a fitter style of life, your body may be rebelling, not happy with the new regime. Give it time to settle and become familiar with this new process. I may be wrong, but try to continue as you are. Don't surrender too easily, you can do this. We are all...

You must keep the test strips free of any outside contamination prior to testing. It is essential to ensure accurate results at time of testing. Moisture will degrade the test strip so avoid this at all costs.

Where I am working, I find that so many care about my general health. It is so touching to see so many watching me and asking frequently, 'are you ok?'. I tell them, 'yes I am good, thank you for your concerns'. Customers pull me aside and tell me I look tired, and it is so touching. Fellow...

I have lived with depression, I know that horrid sense of loss of self worth. Please do not surrender to this idea thst you are worthless. You are special because you live with this condition. You are a mentor, you are here to lead others to safe ground. This is what makes my diabetes a goal in...

Welcome to the forum @rafalnejman. Good news is always welcome. Keep us informed of your progress!

To all those who replied to this post - thank you. It means so much to me!

Fingers crossed with diagnosis.:facepalm:

:happy: Well done!!:happy:

All good with the foot. Just some minor discoloration at a friction point. No serious damage.

Frequently, viral and bacterial infection, along with fatigue can cause a rise in glucose levels. When the body is under duress, the liver will produce extra insulin as a way to gear itself for a stressful event.

Welcome to the forum @Wolf_Mitch. This does soud like it might be diabetes to me. Lethargy, intense thirst. Wait until you get the results back before you start worrying. But fear not, you are in safe hands here. Get back to with the results so we can get you started. Good luck with the results.

Welcome to the forum @RMC1967, I have had the same problem. Try contacting Accu-chek and see if they can shed some light on the situation.

Diabetes is not a crime, so don't punish those who live with it!

Way to go @Steve Payne!! Party hard!!!

Welcome to the forum @Debbie2401. A glucose meter will be a valuable tool to assist with your control. Don't let diabetes get the better of you.

Welcome to the forum @manatee2mermaid . Losing weight will benefit your condition. You will need follow up tests to ensure your bgl's fall to a safer level. 48 is way too high to be complacent. Keep us informed of your progress.