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Hi Sharron 64 only thing I can suggest is can you change your doctor maybe a new one might be more sympathetic? Only a suggestion good luck and a big hug

Hi .everyone whose replied are right free prescriptions for diabetics unless only diet controlled.

Hi lee2675 first welcome to the forum this is a good place to be. Regarding test strips I too had same problems I got a free meter a contour next when I tried to get test strips off doctor they too said they were to expensive and I'm on insulin testing 4_5 times a day so I'm not surprised trying...

Hi not quite sure what's going on here I've heard of surgerys restrictions on test strips etc but not on insulin which is a life saving medication go see your doctor and get them to explain why they are restricting it and make sure you get a satisfactory explanation if not take it further.

Hi I agree with what Fletchweb said if you can just buy a meter and test strips and test your self you don't even have to mention it to your dsn etc this is entirely up to you if it gives you peace of mind go ahead.

As others have said not sure what you mean by low or negative results I don't think any blood test meters would give you a negative result if you're doing it properly please check and let us know thanks.

Hi col101 don't know what happened there I have been injecting for 44years and can't remember anything like this happening before I have had a couple of needles break in my skin one I got out and other had to go to a and e to get it removed did you have a good look at the needle which you...

Hi welcome to the forum you will get good advice from members so just ask away.

Just a quick hello and welcome to the forum.

Hi I have been using a glucorx hct meter for a couple of years now it not only gives b's reading but also shows if you're ketones are rising all with one test strip and I get my test strips on prescription hope this helps.

Hi just a quick welcome I think you will find all the information you need right here it's a great place for support good luck.

Well done to you keep the good work up all the best.

Hi kenhue3501 first welcome to the forum regards to the insulin has your surgery got a dsn you could make an appointment to see then you can go through what the hospital said and see what they think I wouldn't like to advise on insulin changes its best to get medical advice hope this helps keep...

I agree with what's been said I can remember when my uncle worked on a farm they used to feed their cows on sugar beet I think they still do it now just to help fatten them up no wonder there getting diabetes?

Cetraban works for me.

Well done on these results give yourself a pat on the back.

Hi icelover not sure about the libre but I have ordered meters from Abbott in the past and they say it can take 7_10 days for delivery so if it doesn't arrive by 10days I would give them a ring just to make sure when it will be dispatched also not sure if they send meters by royal mail or...

Hello I agree I've been on insulin for 15-16yrs and I have done this myself but try not to stress best thing to do is what libearising said keep testing often and don't over do things feet up if you can and keep a few carbs handy just in case and certainly don't drive until you know you're...

Yes I agree this is the second time EastEnders have got there facts wrong just think script writers should give a little more attention to detail and certainly find out more about the condition ? All the best to you.

That's great I bet there's not many non diabetics who even give a second thought about a diabetic week give your friend a pat on the back from everyone on forum good on them best wishes.