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Hi Meeks, I am type 1 diabetic and spent 4 years in college. No problem with college and college life as long as you stick by the rules of diabetes. It can be a challenge at times but friends will understand if you explain about your condition. Diabetics achieve better grades and are more...

Thanks so much, delighted to be back and to meet new friends too!

i am diabetic type 1 and hope to move to Spain in September 2015. I do not know anything about the healthcare system in Spain. I have a European health card but I don't know if this will cover me for medicines etc.. As the first language in Spain is Spainish I am fearful that doctors would...

Hi all, I am diabetic type 1, 45 years of age and diabetic since 1986. Recently I have been changed from Lantus to Levimer insulin. I find I require more Levimer than Lantus! I also take novorapid, Glucophage along with the usual aspirin and cholesterol tabs. Just saying hi to everyone who...

Sorry but I don't think the pump makes a diabetic life better. Someone in the world has the cure but not releasing it because of jobs!!

Hi I am type 1 diabetic on insulin injections daily. My cousin has diabetes too and is on pump. He had bad scare recently on the pump and was admitted to hospital. There is clearly a problem with pump therapy. It does not live up to all what we are been told. Problems do occur with pumps...

Hi All, I am a 41 year old type 1 diabetic on insulin. I am hoping to move to U.K. in a short time and I am seeking flat mates/friends with diabetes who can show me around and just be friends!! Hoping to hear from you all soon!! Cheers Cyril

Many thanks for replies which are most helpful!! To answer some of the questions posed, I use Vicks Vapa Rub which is a gel substance applied to chest and throat. i inhale the aroma of vapa and it is soothing and somewhat beneficial for me! I have been prescribed nasal decongestant sprays but i...

Hi all, I am concerned that I continuosly have a head cold even though my Doctor has given me numerous antibiotics too much to count here! It is a constant nuisance and i am always blowing my nose and I take parecetomol, vicks etc. All of these help for a while but then it comes back again...

Hi Thanks for all your replies. I forgot to mention that I live in ireland, so this maybe a better explanation about my predicament. I had thought of moving to the U.K and examining the possibility of obtaining a pump. This is a big decision for me but maybe I will.

Hi all, I am on injections and am inquiring about pump use. I have been yold by my hospital that one must complete the DAFNE programme in order to use pump theraphy. The DAFNE program is run 4 times a year and is over booked. I have been told I will possibly have to wait a year! I am not...

Hi My recent HBA1C was 9.2 and I feel awlful about this as it doesn't seem to be getting any better. I was also at diabetic clinic and asked about my status on pump waiting list but they fobbed me off with following detail; that an individual who is being selected for pump use must be clinically...

Hi Thanks for all your replies!! I was expecting more replies but seemingly there are not alot of people travelling to the States. Walmart would be unsuitable as I am on insulin pen and they need a perscription i believe. I was in the U.S before and I came accross problems in that I could only...

Hi All, :) I have some questions about travel and living in U.S.A. I was thinking of living in U.S.A for a year as I have a relative there, but am unsure about the medical situation in the country. I am type 1 diabetic on insulin and tabs daily. I know that the U.S healthcare is based...

Hi confused newbie, Diabetes can be difficult in the beginning but it takes time and patience to manage the condition. Type 1 or insulin dependent diabetes takes a longer while to get used to. I would advice you to follow your doctors and hospitals advice. Diet and exercise are important...

Hi again, I am delighted to be back :D . I am still struggling with diabetes and been gay!! It is difficult for me to find a lover who will accept me and my condition. As a diabetic I dont drink alcohol or smoke! This has created a social phobia in my life which is unbearable at times!! Life is...

Hi I am 40 and was at appointment with my opthalmologist this week. Previous to this she had to insert a prism in my glasses due to double vision. The prism worked for me but I felt very low in that this happened to me! This week I went back to eye clinic at hospital and had drops inserted in...

Hi everyone, thanks so much for the advice, i appreciate it very much!! Caoireall 8)