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    Been Refused Testing Strips

    I had this problem when i changed practice. When i was first diagnosed i got a pot of 50 test strips, and i was back at the chemists every 10 days or so to get some more, so the doctor increased the number to 150. Great!!!! However at my new practice my doctor, without speaking to me, lowered...
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    Diabetes and smoking

    my last HbA1c was in January - 5.5
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    Diabetes and smoking

    I don't plan on continuing smoking, and i know that it can affect circulation. Was just wondering as i had seen an increase in sugar levels
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    Diabetes and smoking

    Hi all, I have recently started smoking again (3 years quit - 1st time smoking while diabetic) after a break up with my fiance and completing my masters. Been smoking now for just over 2 weeks and i have noticed an increase in my sugars when i test before meals. I have not changed my diet, and i...
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    Hi everyone!

    Hi Rebecca Welcome to the site, i think you have better english than me, so dont worry about that!
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    'dont' inject in a public toilet !

    I have always injected in a public toilet when out and about. This is not for other peoples benefits, but for mine, ive only been T1 for 6 months and im still not comfortable injecting in public. (i no i shouldnt) I keep my tester in its carry case and place it on top of the toilet roll holder...
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    Check List for new T1DM

    I agree with phoenix I stocked up on lucozade tables, which i take everywhere with me. Got a spare meter and put it in the car encase i go out and forget to take my first with me. And get yourself some sort of identification, whether it be a bracelet or card, i have a card in my wallet in the...
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    Work time snacking

    ive started eating weetabix bars. small and individually wrapped, so easy to transport. found it doesnt do much to my levels
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    Lancets on prescription

    i had a similar problem with strips. After getting diagnosed in September i was only issued with 50 strips. with me testing 4 - 5 times a day, it would only last me 12 days max. it took me months to get it up to a months suppy.
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    Carb Counting?

    Hi guys, Thanks for the replies. I think i will stay on my current routine. my bg levels are really good at the minute, and my HbA1c was 5.5. Both my Blood Uncles are type 1 as well and have been for 30 years. After talking to them and reading your replies i think i will stay on this routine...
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    Carb Counting?

    Hi Everyone. I was diagnosed Type 1 in September and took the new well and have been handling my level very well since the beginning. My current dosages are NovaRapid 3 times a day (before each meal) and glargine at night time. Currently i am studying at university and this system works well...
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