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Hi all, was just wondering if there are any figures regarding honeymoon periods. Is there an average time for it lasting? Can blood tests reveal how much of your own insulin still being produced as opposed to the insulin being injected? Sorry if it's a stupid question, but I am curious to...

Hi all, When I was first diagnosed, I asked my DSN if there was an increased chance of any of my children "inheriting" my Type 1 diabetes. The answer I got was that the chance of it was so low that it was nothing to worry about. Now that my head has uncorked itself from my bahookie and I am...

Hi all, Got to go on Wed for my eye screening test. Can anyone tell me how long it takes? Don't know about anyone else but I find appointments and tests more hassle than the diabetes! I know it's important and I will definitely be going but would like an idea of what to expect and how long...

Hi all, Hoping someone can give me some advice on insulin amounts. Have been low carbing and am able to adjust my insulin lower in the evening (pre-mix injecting twice daily) to account for less carbs, but I only take 1unit am. I was at 4.1 before brekkie today and 4.2 2 hrs after but that...

Hi everyone, I have been low carbing for about three weeks now and went to the clinic to get my hb1ac done. I was diagnosed on 10 july 2008 type 1. My result came back at 7%. Am I right in thinking that since it's not quite three months since my diagnosis that the high results from diagnosis...

Hi everyone, Can anyone tell me if I should have a supply of those strips for testing for keytones (type 1)? I mentioned it to my diabetic nurse and she said I didn't need them, but I thought if I was ever ill and my blood sugar went through the roof that it was important to test for keytones...

Hi, I'm new to the forum and was diagnosed t1 in july this year. At the moment I am on humalog 25 premix, but I am thinking about changing to the basal/bolus regime, even though I hate needles and it will mean more jabbing. My control is quite good but I hate the fact that I have to keep...

Hello everyone, I am 45yrs old and newly diagnosed type 1 (2months ago). I'm on humalog 25 mix and inject twice per day. I'm still learning and can't decide whether to do the 4 stabs a day thing or not. I HATE NEEDLES!!!!! I test my glucose levels all the time because it's a good way to learn...