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  1. June_C

    Freestyle Libre

    I'd also recommend Carbs and Cals. It helped me no end at the beginning. I no longer refer to it as I've learned now what I can and shouldn't eat
  2. June_C

    Nurse appointment

    A small comment from me. Would you drive a car without a speedo. No, of course you wouldn't. It's vital to know what you can safely eat and what you can't. Regular testing is vital on a daily basis to keep you on the straight and narrow. I agree entirely with Daibell
  3. June_C

    Blood sugars and driving.

    There's a saying. Five to drive, four you're on the floor !!!!
  4. June_C

    Any T2's managing to get Supermarket Delivery Slots?

    How about Tesco? Anyone know?
  5. June_C

    Issues with Freestyle Libre

    I think, bearing in mind this was your first sensor, you shouldn't be so hard on Abbott and give them and the sensors a fair chance. If you're wearing one, you have to be conscious of this and strive to keep your arm out of the way, boisterous grandchildren in my case. I've got through...
  6. June_C

    Issues with Freestyle Libre

    May I ask how many sensors you have used ?
  7. June_C

    Christmas lunch - sorry know its only September!

    Just prior to my first Christmas, my DN told me to enjoy a normal lunch as it's only one day in the year (as therower says) I did however remain a little cautious and reduced the roasties and stuffing and upped the turkey/chicken and veggies. I opted for Christmas pud and brandy butter and...
  8. June_C

    test strips stopped

    I was diagnosed T1 about 2 years ago and insulin, tests strips, needles and lancets were put on repeat. I'm no longer on insulin and have been told I can't possibly be T1, possibly T2 now. Because I have managed to get my HbA1c into the pre-diabetic range I was told I didn't need to test...
  9. June_C

    FREESTYLE LIBRE ON SALE!!!!

    I too wouldn't be without mine. I've been using the Libre for about a year and only had to return 3. That's not bad out of some 24-25 in total. Give it a try for just a month and see how you get on. As @robert72 has said, there's no commitment, so you can stop any time you want to.
  10. June_C

    Does Anybody Else Not Know Their Blood Group?

    As an ex blood donor, I know mine, O-.
  11. June_C

    At 95 most of my contacts don't say much!

    Bluetit, are you thinking of the Fifty Shades of Diabetes? I'd post the link if I could.
  12. June_C

    Type1 Speech problems after hypo

    "Brain fog" can last many hours after a hypo, so try not to worry too much. It's a good idea to call 111 though and either be reassured or have it investigated further.
  13. June_C

    Hair loss help!!

    Yes I did, but as @Juicyj says, probably best to check with your Dr.
  14. June_C

    Hair loss help!!

    I'm probably not going to be a great deal of help, but when my hair was falling out I was found to have high BG levels (high teens to mid 20s) and a deficiency of B12. Soon after getting control of both, my hair stopped falling out, so will never know which problem caused the hair loss.
  15. June_C

    Diagnosed as Type 1 - now tablets only

    I leaning towards being T1 in the honeymoon phase as I displayed all the classic signs, unexplained weight loss and permanent thirst. I can't help but think being on insulin gave my pancreas a rest and thanks to its 'holiday' it's come back to life, not 100% though as if I eat too many carbs...
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    Diagnosed as Type 1 - now tablets only

    Hi Balde, As @Jaylee has mentioned I'm a T1 no longer on insulin. I have two opinions as to what has happened to me. Either I was mis-diagnosed and I'm in fact T2 or I'm T1 and in the honeymoon phase. I was on mixed insulin for 10 months, but had to keep lowering the units as I was getting...
  17. June_C

    Can my dog senses when my sugars are low or high??

    Animals have extraordinary senses that can detect when something's wrong. I'd say he knew you were high because of a slight change of behaviour or a slightly different smell (not that I'm saying you smell) but you know what I mean. You seem to have a special dog that's really tuned into you.
  18. June_C

    Recently diagnosed - General advice please

    Welcome to the forum. The only thing I can suggest is always wash your hands in warm water as this helps to get enough blood for the test. I can't answer your other questions as I no longer inject, but I'm sure plenty of others will be along to give you help.
  19. June_C

    Type 1 How much does the new Freestyle Libre cost per year?

    I already have the reader and order 4 sensors at a time and this works out at £198.10 or £1186.60 pa.
  20. June_C

    I think this is a good thing....

    Good for you. You're on your way :)