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I have done this in the past and managed to buy a box of needles from the Boots Pharmacy. Unfortunately they aren't able to just give/sell you a few and buying the box isn't cheap but it got me out of a jam. Advice for anyone else that ever does this is to act as soon as you realise though...

Actually it could be, there is a type of neuropathy called autonomic neuropathy that can cause gastric problems. It's not so well known, maybe because people are more likely to discuss painful feet than dodgy stomachs @HoneyBea I would still want tests for all the suggestions though as they...

Hi @Juicyj , where do you think is the best place to get pump accessories like belts from? I'm starting a pump trial in a few weeks so want to get prepared :-)

I don't mind programming but the soldering and wiring etc put me off too, so I have pre-ordered the Blucon too! Can't wait for it to arrive and see if it lives up to the expectation......

As a Type 1 diabetic you do not have to pay the VAT on sensors so you shouldn't be paying the full price - there must be a tick box or something on the order form, and I think I may have had to print something, sign it and send to Abbott (?) - definitely worth doing though!! Edit: Just checked...

I would say your reaction can be different depending on the person - There are some people that will say anything to try to get a reaction out of someone, you've most probably seen them do a similar thing to other people many times - these are best ignored. Generally, if someone asks me a...

Hi @Alistatir_ welcome to the forum, Please do 'bother' us! You are not overreacting at all - there is so much to take in and sadly even the experts (and by that I mean the most knowledgeable of us patients, not the medical profession!) will have times when their blood sugar just does...

Will definitely be keeping an eye on that! Thanks @Scott-C

You're right, the Libre doesn't monitor and alert you in the same ways that a CGM does - it's technically called a 'Flash' Glucose Monitor as it only gives a result when you flash/scan it. There are definitely advantages of using it though. It still means less holes in your fingers and a...

Totally agree with @tim2000s - and more Type 1 doctors can only be a good thing for the rest of us IMO Loads of luck, and keep us updated @yayy Edited to add: I assume being a surgeon would just need regular checks / CGM and hypo treatment on hand. I can picture...

That's a shame, but it'll still be good. I imagine I'll be high at some point so I'll do a big basal test for you :D

I'm very interested in this, not just because of the shorter pre-bolus time, but because it might only be active for a couple of hours as I regularly end up 'stacking' my Novorapid. I have a friendly pharmacist so I think I'll be having a little chat to him next time my prescription is...

Yes, I buy the small cans (150ml) of full sugar coke and use one to treat a hypo. This also means you are less likely to over-treat

So @sarah_millard_ it looks like you are in a great position with a choice of brilliant hospitals! I'd look at which is easiest to get to and other non-medical factors if I was you. :-)

Do you mean the Children's Hospital in Birmingham rather than Heartlands? I'm sure Heartlands do see diabetic children but if I had a choice I would ask for the Children's hospital which is a different trust. I was under the children's hospital when I was diagnosed at 8yrs old until I was...

@tim2000s is definitely a good man to ask about closed looping - you will find loads of info on his blog too - http://www.diabettech.com/

My consultant mentioned this at my last appointment and I'd be interested to know if anyone has any tips or treatment advice too. I've always had a 'sensitive' stomach but it has definitely worsened lately and it seems likely that this is the cause (yes, I've been tested for coeliac etc). I'm...

I would make a note of it on the form, just tell it as it is. It isn't reason to deny you a licence but at least you can rest easy knowing you've told them everything. Or as suggested above, ring the helpline and ask - I'm sure they've dealt with similar queries plenty of times

I suffer from anxiety and depression and have similar problems with emotional eating etc. I have long been frustrated by the diabetes clinic telling me I need to sort my head first and then the mental health team telling me to sort my diabetes out to feel better, without anyone understanding...

I think MoneySavingExpert website has some general advice on fines from private parking companies - might be useful