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I'm an 87yo T2D using insulin for control. I have developed a persistent leg ulcer due to cellulitus and diabetes which shows no sign of healling with conventional care and treatment. Does anyone have any experience of applying Manuka honey in a similar situation and did it make any difference...

After tryin many types of wide-fit shoes and not having real success in relieving the pain in my feet whilst walking I have finally found an acceptable solution. Shoes from Cosyfeet with Elastane. I can wear them the whole day without experiencing any discomfort. Not cheap but well worh it, and...

I've tries both and won't use either. Not accurate enough and too **** expensive!!

The reason is simple. A trillion years ago when homo sapiens where hunter gathers they had to be ready to either run like hell or stand and fight as soon as they awoke if an attack by one of the monstrously large prehistoric animals hove into sight. Glucose is energy and good old mother nature...

I use Dextro tablets, quick reaction and cheap. I always carry half a tube in my pocket.

I have stopped using the Freestyle Libre device because it is NOT a blood Glucose meter and it's just not accurate enough for me.

Your ailments Eddie pale mine into insignificance, But life is still good hopefully for both of us. I've never had a problem with eye testing and have only ever received prompt and courteous service. The response from vision Express shows that they are a concerned provider and someone maywell...

The man is stupid and selfish with it. He's on the slippery slope to an amputation unless he does something about it. All the advice here is good but only if he wakes up heeds the warning. Enjoy the rest of your holiday.

Between 42 and 64 in new money is acceptable (6-8%)

Just because someone has a medical degree doesn't mean that they are not a pillock. Just mentioning the BMA complaints procedure usually gets very quick results.

Those drugs referred to in the article as one of the treatments for T2 diabetes will not suit everyone and should be treated with caution and only after careful consideration of the pros and cons. . There are known and well documented side effects........... diarrhoea nausea...