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    Omnipod 5

    I hope to be going onto the omnipod in the new year HOWEVER a work 4 nights a week wed-sat (8pm - 7am) therefore will it be able calibrate the changes for insulin input; on the days / nights I am off??
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    Swapping to Lyumjev

    Hello everyone, I just wondered if anyone else has any further updates on Lyumjev? I've been using it for just over a week now, im a 33yr old T1 male 75KG ( Changed from Fiasp ) and found that it takes about 30 min to start lowering levels; which it does very quickly, and finish's after about...
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    Insulin Change = Awful Control

    Hi Everyone, I know direct answers can't be given etc just but just wondered if anyone can give any reasonable recommendation. I used to use Levimir & NovaRapid insulin but found my control gradually went downhill mainly due working a more physical job in Waitrose at Night involving alot...
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    Worn skin from shoe

    Hi all! I've read many thread's on similar topics however thought I should ask. ( Slightly hard to explain) I have recently purchaced some new shoes and they have worn the back heal of my foot - similar to a blister that has popped and it is quite saw. (like a pair of ladies high heals may do...
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    Fiasp and Varying Sensitivity

    I agree with many of the comments made regarding sensitivity issues with Fiasp & units required at different levels. I have been injecting Fiasp for the past 2-3 months now and i'm on the edge of going back to Humalog. I originally changed as I dont always get time to inject a long time before...
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    What is the no 1 thing that frustrates you about living with type 1 diabetes?

    Doctors & mainly nurses not knowing the actual effects, difficulties and feelings we have to personally deal with. Learning from a book and listening is one thing however having to deal with such a problem is different.
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    Talk to me about your smart watch

    I'm in a similar situation and recently purchased a Fitbit Sense which has many other body monitors however running on its own software platform and doesn't work with many external apps.
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    Talk to me about your smart watch

    It would be interesting to find out if anyone gets a successful ending to this watch connection option without excessive coding involved. I use a Libre 2, Android Huwae phone and have had many smart watches. It would be great to view my levels on a watch !
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    Libre 2 variation - low BG warning - grrrrrr

    What is the name for the 'DiaBox app'? - I get a app for weather reports on playstore using android. Is it the mysugr website option? Thanks
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    Libre fitted tomorrow

    I was a little dubious at first. I purchased some premade tape / sticker covers and also a watch strap as I exercise heavily in the gym / class's alongside the sweating and showering. I bought one of the 3D cut covers and then use a strap of muscle band waterproof tape. Cheap roll off ebay...
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    First Time To The Dentist

    Compare those prices from 5 years ago with current prices:eek: . I need root canal and crown x 2/3 . Very scared :nailbiting:
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    Getting a Tattoo

    Is there a thread anywhere with pictures of people with specific "diabetes type 1" tattoos? I like some but need a little inspiration with designs, I've looked at Alot on Google but none stand out. I'm not sure weather I want to be labeled but I've seen some of the red snake disease bracelets...
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    Prescriptions & Moving Abroad...?

    Thanks, I understand completely what you mean. The whole situation of migration and alike seems like such a challenge at the moment. I think I'd have to wait a while for housing prices to raise a little currently but who knows what the future has in sight. Regards
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    Prescriptions & Moving Abroad...?

    Hi everyone. I'm a regular reader on here and see some fantastic replys so thought I'd ask a little advice. I'm a born and bread Midlands English guy 31yrs old and thinking of selling up here in the UK and moving abroad. (Not sure where yet! But probably Europe) I just wondered if anyone...
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    I have a problem...

    I'd personally say thats surely quite obvious... Your injecting too much for what you are eating. Especially if you have upped your dosage recently. Of course i know dosage varies per person however 34 units of levimir Twice a day! This takes a long time to peak so maybe lower your night...
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    Self isolation for 12 weeks ?????

    Very well said! Exactly what i said to the women on the 111 phoneline. I explained "im more vulnerable of becoming ill if i catch it according to most health services" yet the government say no according to you? She said its up to your employer weather you get paid. Your not more at risk...
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    Self isolation for 12 weeks ?????

    In in almost the same exact position! I work for a care home with people who have mental illness's and LD's. They are currently being isolated as much as possible. I have currently been off work for 3 weeks and due to go back to work next week. (Annual leave entitlement) 1) Im 31yrs old and...
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    Is there anywhere you can't bear to inject?

    That link doesn't work for me, is it opening for others?
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    Your dream job?

    A quiet & relaxing job.
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    Is there anywhere you can't bear to inject?

    Ill have ago when i man up to it lol. I just know im going to stick the needle right into my bicep or tricep muscle! and scream.