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I was just about to post the same thing. It does mean that they probably didn't know the full extent of the backlash until after this morning's programme.

Thanks Fergus. reminds me of a certain MP and part time GP.......I'm not sure how anyone can combine two demanding jobs of that kind -evidence seems to be emerging that its not possible. I think it is the very fact that Chris steele is a trusted and familiar presnce which has upset many people...

Its always very disappointing and worrying when professionals -trusted professionals - seem not to have checked their facts its highly UNprofessional in fact bot that the good doctor should have been so lax both as a GP and a TV presenter. I didn't see the interview but Philip Schofield...

I should say nohing to worry about. If there was he slightest chance you needed some follow up checks hey would have referred you to the eye clinic. Almost everyone shows some signs of changes after a time but these can often disappear.of their own acccord. Sometimes they can be so minute...

Hi there, what a very difficult situation you are in but you have taken a very important step by seeking help here. You must have very litle time to think about your own needs. I would say that you might find it easier to change one thing at a time. As your blood sugar levels are so very...

All that class of drugs can cause weight gain - partly because they can cause excessive hunger. Thats why Daibell said in his post that it might be best for you to try that first if you were not overweight. The best advice I can give you is to always listen to Daibell. He is the expert . He...

After a while it becomes easy to make certain assumptions . I am sure we all do it at times and don't even notice. I wish others would follow Giverney's lead and be prepared to clarify their statements when it is pointed out to them that the newly diagnosed could be confused...

i CBT hasn't always been used in group settings. I imagine the fact that they think it can be is the reason for its current popularity. Ii understand people are screened for suitability but its hard to imagine it being successful... I suppose some people could be reassured by being part of a...

Do try to keep up Paul! :o :lol:

That is exactly what I have always thought aout CBT. Rather than helping me I have a feeling it would provoke me to violence to be told to think positively and asked what is the worst that could happen. No, adapting the help to the individual seems the best way. The obvious way in fact.

AH ! thats more like it . thanks everyone maybe I can have a cupcake after all !

I am sure many of us are interested to know what to expect should we ever decide to seek counselling. It seems to be the case that CBT is the preferred route wih NHS -is this correct?

I really wish I could eat a cupcake but any kind of cake really splkes my bg levels. Why are ey ok? most seem to contain a lot of sugar .

I would agree wih Daibell abou the meds . I generally do -he is am expert! Just a though hough, have you considered spliting your metformin dose so that ypu take half i he morning? his made a differnce to me. Perhaps you have been taking it at ight because of he side effects? If the SR has...

Great story though and the very fact you can tell it proves how succesful counselling has been been foryou. I am sure many members will have been interesed in what you have told us. Thank you. Its nice to read of such a worhwhile outcome.

I have to thank you Phoenix for the link to the retinopathy and cholesterol study. I recently heard of this from a rainne hospital opthalmologist but haven't been able to find it. i found a few oher studies which seemed inconclusive. the consultant didn't thk it relevan i my case but it has...

Thanks for that DD and I am so happy for you both.. Your story has totally changed my view of counselling. It has always sounded like a lot of jargon, almost psychobabble to me. I suppose you have to have an insightful and probably very courageous counsellor - but how very satisying to know...

That was very interesting. dd . Yes I like that. "You have a right to be angry or upset or whatever" would work far better for me than "get over it" or "there are hidden positives" or "other people cope with it." You were lucky with your counsellor.

I can imagine that counselling could be ueful for some =those with single issues who really just want to talk it through with someone or need smeone to help them focus -ultimately everyone must solve their own problems or come to terms with them. Sometimes conselling seems o be the "gefault...

Thank you chubbyian. , I have two friends who are trained and experienced counsellors and a close relative who has had undergone many years of counselling. my friends consider I to be very limited and worrry that the mental health of the naion has been enrused o those with heis minor...