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Hi all [emoji4] I received my first freestyle libre today at my consultant appointment and I'm looking for some advice please. Does anyone cover their sensor with a type of dressing for extra security? I'm worried about walking into the door frame or something and knocking the sensor off. I...

Hi everyone. Every night this week between 8pm-9.30pm I've had a huge spike in my bg levels where it's shot up to 20mmols or above. I have been poorly this week with a throat and ear infection. However I haven't had a bg over 9mmols throughout the day but then this random rise occurs. My carb...

Hi all! I was just wondering if anyone uses extra adhesive on/over their quick sets? I've caught mines once or twice which has been a bit nippy and even managed to tear one right out of my leg earlier! Was hoping to avoid this happening again by adding some extra security. What adhesive do you...

Evening all. I was wondering if anyone could provide me with the Medtronic telephone number to call and order my consumables? My DSN has given me a reference number to use when ordering but I've no idea how to contact Medtronic to place my order. I have tried Google but there are numerous...

Afternoon all :) I now have a Medtronic Veo pump and I'm looking to get it insured. I was just wondering what companies you've all used for your insurance and your personal experience with any claims you've made? I have Google'd pump insurance nut there's a vast array of providers and quotes...

Hi everyone :) I received a phone call today to advise the pump clinic have a cancellation tomorrow for me to try wearing a pump for a few days with water in it. All being well, I will go back on Monday June 26th and be fitted with the real pump. I'll have training on the Monday, and half day...

Evening all :) I have received a date for my first pump clinic since my referal was done by the consultant. My appointment is in 4 weeks time. I was just wondering what kind of thing I should expect/prepare for at the appointment? (P.s I'm in Scotland and attend the David Matthews Diabetic...

Hello everyone :) After a recent consultant appointment and a positive DSN appointment today, I've been advised that an urgent pump referral has been done for me. My clinic offers both Animas and Medtronic pumps, I've been advised by the clinic to research both pumps to see which I think may...

Hi all, After a meeting with my consultant last Friday, she suggested pump therapy would be the best next step for me due to DP and insulin resistance... I'm now on the waiting list to do the Adapt course (did do DAFNE 10 years ago) and I'm also on the waiting list for a pump. According to my...

Morning all :) My DSN suggested a GLP may benefit me due to my insulin resistance. She said I'd inject it once or twice per day, it'd slow the release of food from my stomach helping to limit the impact of food on my BG levels and also making me feel fuller for longer. Does anyone else inject...

Afternoon all. I was just wondering if anyone uses Toujeo as their basal insulin? I had an appointment with my DSN this morning, due to severe Dawn phenomenon and insulin resistance she's suggesting I change to Toujeo. I was just wondering if anyone has seen a benefit of the switch? Thanks...

Evening all. My 2.5 year old daughter woke up for the loo, I thought it smelt pungent so dipped it with a ketostick. It showed straight away as +++ of ketones....is there any other reason for this other than diabetes? I'm in a total panic, I'm T1 have been for 10 years but neither of my...

Afternoon :) I've been doing LCHF eating and have decided to get myself a gym membership to help with the weight loss aspect... I was just wondering if anyone had any hints or tips for me regarding avoiding hypos? I'm planning to do an hour or so on the equipment in the gym and may also...

I'm having a moan/venting...I know there are hundreds of conditions that are more severe and worse to deal with than diabetes but I'm so bloody frustrated! Tonight I ate the exact same dinner as last night, 1 chicken breast with broccoli, cauliflower and mushrooms... Last night at this time my...

Afternoon :) I'm feeling rather disappointed and unsupported after my appointment with my DSN. She confirmed I have DP (have known this since diagnosis 10.5 years ago), confirmed I am insulin resistant until mid afternoon (I am aware of this from BG readings and also the DP), and advised a...

Evening all :) I hope you're well. I have an appointment with my DSN tomorrow morning...My BG levels are still above target even although I'm following a LCHF diet. I'm 27, have been T1 for 10.5 years and also have Dawn phenomenon and seem to be insulin resistant up until mid afternoon. I...

Hi all, hope you're well. I had my diabetic eye screening at noon yesterday. My left eye kept 'shrinking back' so there were 3 attempts made before a suitable image was captured. Since leaving the clinic I have had a severe migraine. The whole left side of my head is hurting and painkillers 4...

Evening all :) I'm 27 and have been diagnosed as type 1 diabetic for 10 years. I've seen a few articles and have heard that being diabetic can impact and affect your mood/emotions. I'm curious of your thoughts on this? I guess with being diagnosed at 17 I don't really have any way of...

Morning all, Happy New Year! I'm looking to get an app on my mobile to log my BG levels, rather than a paper diary. Any recommendations? Thanks :)

Hi all! I'm Kimberley, 27 years old, been type 1 diabetic for the last 10 years. I'm new to this forum, I don't know anyone who is type 1, no one in my family has it either... I'm hoping to get a bit of advice and support through the forum as I'm going to start a LCHF eating regime in the...