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Just had my first hba1c since diagnosis. 55mmol (7.2%)

I am starting to experiment myself with adjusting for exercise, however if you do make changes I have been told to not make any adjustment more than 10%. this allows a degree of flexibility and adjustment.

If you struggle with texture issues, then why not consume liquid? Such alternatives are; Lucozade (be warned recipe is changing) Glucojuice Fruit juice Full fat coke or similar heck at worst sugar cubes disolved in water

Follow up comment from my last post.. I have had to change over to the Freestyle Neo, as it was difficult to get hold of the ketone testing strips. I had an order for 10 on backorder for just over two months before my DSN swapped me over. i think it has something to do with it being a new...

Had my first drink since diagnosis this weekend and had my old favourite disaranno and Diet Coke. I had it with lunch so I could see how it affected me throughout the day. My BG did not really move come the post meal test, and I felt gone throughout the day. I now feel more confident, but will...

Was having similar symptoms myself and after basal testing I have reduced my levemir from 8 to 6, now coupled with my 1:10 carb ratio seems to be hitting the mark with the odd exception. The plan is to give it a week and then try another round of basal testing as it takes a while for the new...

As a type 1 your BG is likely to raise to unacceptable levels, and I can not stress how dangerous this will be. If left unchecked you will develop DKA will can either be long term health damaging, or worse case scenario...death! You will begin to feel thirsty, tired, lethargic and frequent...

Sorry to hear you are experiencing problems with control, however do not beat yourself up as there will always be bumps along the road. As others have said I would suggest speaking to either your GP or DSN as they can help identify possible causes, and perhaps there is an underlying issue that...

5.6 @ 6:30

Well done on your first outing. Would you mind giving a break down of events? (When testing, carb intake etc) Whilst reading your post I was curious as to why your levels rose from 5 before bed to 10. I am guessing the lack of sleep and excitement, but have you considered fasting tests? The aim...

9.7 this morning......Not happy but what can I do about it besides say "Naughty!" I know this is down to a hypo after yesterdays tea, and I may have over treated it.

8.8 much higher than wanted but I did have a mixed grill meal last night (first time eating out since diagnosis)

My local council collect, and to arrange collection I can request a collection online or give them a call. Usually takes up to 7 days

Highly recommend glucoman areo 2k or the freestyle optium neo due to small size

I was diagnosed about 6 weeks ago and now confident enough to start basal testing to ensure my levels as best as they can be, however I use Novopens and am relatively limited to the increments I can make. Personally I was thinking 6 is a good starting point, any lower before bed and I will...

Just curious if anybody has been told that their glucose levels must be above a certain limit before going to bed? Somebody mentioned in passing that he ideally wants 8.0 before going to bed, but this seems quite high in my opinion. If he is lower than that, then he eats some toast before going...

Got the areo 2k myself and think it is great. Does ketones as well as a bonus. Strips come in pots rather than individually wrapped in foil. Small meter so easy to carry

Hi @smc4761 I to take more Levemir in the evening. I was experiencing lows throughout the day and was advised to reduce morning, and increase evening to compensate the highs in the morning

Thanks @noblehead I believe I am still in my honey moon period, but here is to hoping it remains small amounts

I have been advised by DSN that if I am planning exercise then I should start by reducing my rapid by 25%. If I continue to dip before next meal I shoul also reduce next meal by 25% to avoid hypos. Obviously this is a rough starting point but may be useful for you