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Hi :) I'm 17 years old and I've had Type 1 Diabetes since I was 7 (over ten years). You were unfortunate that you were diagnosed at the beginning of puberty. It's when insulin resistance is at its highest, and from then on it's difficult to control. How do you manage your diabetes...

Using the Cavilon Barrier Film spray has kept my skin protected. It's available on prescription. I also use an adhesive remover spray that protects the skin when changing the pod each time. It does get better and easier I promise! Diabetes isn't easy to deal with and the fact you're still here...

It depends on what kind of those foods Ellie eats. I'd talk to a dietician to learn about GI Index (how long food takes to break down) and to learn about extensions. Nine times out of ten I use 60:40 with 0.5hrs extension. But for certain foods, it requires 40:60 extension for longer, and even...

If possible, I would recommend the Ypsomed Omnipod. You say it hasn't been offered to you, but if you enquired about it, I'm sure they could offer it to you. I chose this particular one because it is wireless; it's a lot less hassle. It's reliable because the only fault I had was when the...

There are many ways to try and control your diabetes. I'm on an insulin pump and that has significantly improved my control. I'm also due to try Metformin as well to reduce my HbA1c from 64 (8.0%) as it lowers resistance. I've never been hospitalised despite DKA several times since diagnosis...

Unfortunately, there is a link. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes over ten years ago now. At the age of seven, you don't really think about your mood that much and it comes as a given that you're happy. Teenage years and puberty hit, and since then my mood has been crazy. Highs and lows...

Sorry for my late reply! I'm still getting used to how the forum works anyway, any questions or to talk about anything just add another post on here (now I've found out how to work it!) and I'll reply as best I can. I've got diabetic friends and there is nothing better than knowing that they...

Hey there. I have had Type 1 Diabetes for almost 10 years now (I'm 17 years old) and can remember my mum looking after me in a very similar way after I was diagnosed. It's natural to feel the way you do, and to worry as you are. I was beginning to show signs of DKA when I was diagnosed. I...

I have had the Ypsomed Omnipod pump for the last three and a half years now and I love it! Have so much more freedom and my control is really good. A pump isn't for everyone but it worked for me. I've had diabetes for 10 years now, since I was 7. I have had technical problems with the pump but...

Hey, I know I'm older than you asked for (17) but I'm more than happy to talk to you! I've been diabetic for 10 years so I know what it's like at your age. It's up to you, but the offer's there :)