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    Gaming and type 1

    Hi all, A bit of a random one, but does anyone with type 1 do online gaming (pc, Xbox, ps, etc)? When I play first person shooters, such as call of duty my bloods go through the roof!! Does this happen to anyone else? I’ve actually tried pre-bolusing for it and it basically doesn’t do...
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    Type 1 and going out

    Hi all, When going out and about, whether that be a day out or out with friends for a couple of drinks etc. Does anyone take a bag with them with hypo treatment, insulin and finger prick equipment? I do have a CGM but when having a low I do sometimes do a finger prick just to be sure I’m low...
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    Drastically reducing hba1c and side effects

    Hi all, I was diagnosed in January with a hba1c of 128. Now I’m 49 in June. I’ve read online that reducing it substantially over a short space of time can bring side effects. Now, my eye sight hasn't got any worse since diagnosis but I find myself sensitive to light and my eyes are blurry...
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    Libre 2 sensor and testing

    Hi all, I got a libre 2 sensor fitted about three weeks ago now. I was only diagnosed four weeks ago. Thankfully, the diabetic team were quick to act and have been fantastic. My questions are: I find that it’s usually 1 mmol out, does anyone else find this? Also, how often would you finger...
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    Newly diagnosed type 1

    Hi all, First post on here after lurking for a few weeks! My name is Luke, 34, and I was diagnosed with type 1 four weeks ago today! Whilst it’s been pretty tough four weeks, I’ve done a lot to bring my levels within range, which I’m immensely proud of. Now, my question is that I love going...
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