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Yes, I self funded for nearly 2 years and have just got it on prescription Very pleased

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I phoned Abbott’s a couple of weeks ago, having had none go wrong with Libre 1, I have had 4 go wrong with Libre 2. They were very nice and said they are aware of the problems and working on it. Isn’t Libre 3 arriving soon? Hoping this will be fixing the issues.

I have had trouble after operations, fibregel worked for me. Plus loads of water although you probably have tried that already. Also you could try psyllium husks from Holland and Barrett although definitely drink loads with these and start with small dose.

Hi Sitting here waiting for my BG to go up slightly. How much does half a jelly baby usually raise your BG ? I know we are all different but just to give me a rough guide.

Hi SuNuman I got one of those 10kcal Hartley jelly pots with my shopping today, very nice and no spiking. Thanks for posting!

Hi Sound Hi Sounds like you have had a rough year, TIA collapsed lung, heart bypass… My goodness, this all takes it’s toll. You could have been type 2 back in 2003 but perhaps all the trauma recently has impacted your pancreas hence the c peptide test and new diagnosis. Glad you are already on...

Yes I have recently had the same problem lasting about 3 weeks. It’s been very frustrating and I haven’t been able to drive very much as I get bad blurry vision. However the last 2 days I have improved hoping this continues. I am seeing my nurse in a few weeks. In the meantime I have slightly...

What are you eating at dinner or drinking milk in the evening? Anything that maybe temporarily spiking you up to 11? Maybe when this has then been digested the basal is taking you too low. What time are you eating dinner? Have you tried having an early dinner and seeing if you return to normal...

I was told do some arm exercises first, circular motion and get the circulation going. Perhaps leave your hands under the warm water for a good few minutes rather than just when washing. Rather than squeezing your finger massage from the middle downwards. Some fingers definitely work better than...

I have similar problems when ill especially when on antibiotics. Changing the vials might help a bit. I usually find it takes best part of a week after finishing antibiotics to go back to normal. Stick with it, and wishing you a speedy recovery

I have dry skin that cracks, having tried lots of creams over the years I like Palmers coconut and cocoa butter cream. However I have recently discovered this place, the hemp seed moisturising bar has worked wonders on me and I have the vanilla and cocoa butter one too which smells delicious...

Hi Su I buy Hartley jelly the ones you make up with water occasionally, I am type 1 and spike terribly with lots of food but have no problem with these. Less than 0.5G carbs. Lovely with a bit of double cream. I think the jelly pots look almost identical to the powder sachets. Definitely worth...

Hi A tricky decision but the fact that you have posted probably means you are uncomfortable about going. What happens when you are ill? Do you have high BG and ketones and struggle to keep these under control? I have discussed this with my nurse she says Corona virus raises your BG and if...

I am Type 1 on insulin, they are interested if you are on insulin, which you are not. They swapped mine for a renew every 3 years licence. I doubt they will even do this for you if you are not on insulin and don’t have hypos. I wouldn’t worry,

I agree I am Type 1 and can hardly eat any carbs as I spike so badly and increasing insulin gives me a hypo later. Not worth the awful rollercoaster that follows and lasts hours.

I was told the same thing initially I don’t understand why they do this. I suspect they think basal only will be fine as they seem to think things happen gradually, not always so! It was only when I pointed out I was eating very little and virtually no carbs and how was I supposed to sustain...

Alpro yogurt, various flavours, with raspberries or blueberries. I also make my own ‘muffins’ from the diabetic cookbook listed below and keep in the fridge They do have eggs in though so if you are vegan I would think not suitable, however anyone else reading they are quick to make and easy. I...

Have you got a Libre or are you just finger pricking? If you haven’t got a Libre you could be going sky high in between testing. I was mis diagnosed initially and hoped it would sort itself out, it didn’t! Far nicer to go and get checked out via GP or hospital of your own accord than being raced...

Hi I have just phoned Abbott’s as my latest Libre 2 was hanging on my a thread after 4 days. Very helpful customer service who told me they are aware of the issues and in the meantime any problem give them a ring. She offered a replacement for me immediately. I have just also got myself some...