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Hi all drug trials yes I can remember years ago my local hos were carrying out trials for a new insulin never new the name as they knew I was a diabetic they wrote and ask if I would like to participate no payment just traveling expenses reimbursed I contacted the department who were doing the...

Hello katmcd now you've been diagnosed with diabetes you should be requested to attend an eye screening appointment where they have a good look at the back of your eyes this is where diabetes eye problems can occur I can't quite remember who gives you the results but im sure if you have this...

Hi cpeawelcome to our community only been on here a few weeks myself you've certainly come to the right place for advice so any questions ask away we will all try to help keep watching.

Hi mist if you've started losing weight without trying dieting etc I'd just make appointment to have a checkup just to rule out any medical reasons I'd like to lose weight but only by doing it myself hope all goes well speak soon cheers.

Thanks mate look forward to hearing from you.

Hi hartnell6 and welcome I have only been on here a few weeks but already I've learned more in that time then I have in 43yrs of being type 1 insulin controlled diabetic so keep visiting I'm sure you won't be sorry all the best for now and again welcome.

It conor sorry never noticed about night sweats yes I do get terrible night sweats which isn't great when you've got a wife next to you I have a large fan going on me all night but still doesn't really help another down side I'm always worried my sugars will drop to low because I sweat when...

Jay t as other member said if your blood sugars are running high this is not helping with nerve pain do your best to stick to a healthy diet that's easy for me to say I know but it really will help not just with nerve pain but generally with all diabetes related problems and make sure you test...

Mr pot. I agree not to good for tight control but suppose it's best they can do? keep well.

Hi Mr pot it's funny you should ask this question I wasn't to sure about this my self so I phoned my meter company and had a word pleasent lady told me to go by what's on the side of test strips tube if the numbers are within this range then meter should be fine not certain if all test strip...

Hi itconer sorry to here youv not been well can't say I know much about your condition I myself have got diviculis which when I get flare ups gives me a stabbing pain in left side of stomach low down when this occurs it throws my sugars all over the place because I don't feel like eating all I...

Yes I think type 2 diabetics get a raw deal most have to buy there meters testing strips etc (not good).

Yes I agree I can't think of any extra costs involved are you buying meters or test strips the person with diabetes if there type 1 diabetic should be able to get the said items free from there doctor and free prescriptions or maybe your buying diabetic foods jams etc which can be quite...

Hi victry77 not sure what's going on but if you've had pains coming and going for a few months in your chest I would go and see a doctor for your peace of mind hope all goes well keep us informed.

Hi heg if we didn't have a treat now and again life wouldn't be worth living no harm done I'm sure .hope you feel better soon

Thanks very much for info I will have a look right now cheers.

Good evening all as you may have seen on my recent blogs I have been diabetic for 43yrs and this may be a stupid question but can someone explain what a Desmond course is as it keeps coming up on the forum over all the years I don't think I've ever heard of it and I have worked in the caring...

Hello stickfloatdave the early signs of diabetes are raging thirst and going to the loo alot among other things if I we're you I would make an appointment with doctor again you may have got lost in the system and if you have got diabetes It will give them a chance to sort it out also good luck...

Hi miszu sounds like you're a very caring person and you're grandma should be proud of you keep up the good work and take care.