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Hi. I’m type 2 diabetic and take gliclazide, alogliptin and metformin to control bg. I was recently diagnosed as having low vitamin B12 for which I’m having 6 injections within 2 weeks, then probably 1 every 12 weeks. I was also told it had gone down drastically over the past few years. I...

Hi ive had diabetes for a few years and now use a libre freestyle as I’m unable to do the standard finger prick test due to disability from birth. This is great and I’m learning so much, and as this happens I’m trying to make adjustments to my diet. I take glyclazide, metformin and...

I am Type 2 diabetic managed with medication. I have and am still going through a great deal of stress. I am also having my house renovated and I’m experiencing many delays, so the project has taken over a year so far. My kitchen is unfinished, though I do have an oven and hob and my bedroom...

Hi, I’m disabled with mobility and dexterity issues due to cerebral palsy. I also take medication for depression and anxiety. I have had type 2 diabetes for a few years. I have tried numerous times to test myself with a finger prick test, but I just cannot do it due to my dexterity/cp. I...

Hi, I’ve just had my latest hba1c test and the score has increased despite taking metformin. The nurse increased my dose and put me on statins as my triglycerides were high. I want to test myself at home so I can see what food has most effect, and to generally keep an eye. I have the kit...

Hi. Last week I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I was not surprised by this due to previous tests and because I emotionally binge eat on sugar and carbs. I have been given the opportunity to control blood sugars by diet and without medication at this time. I had been 'good' for the weeks...