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Hi. I was diagnosed type 1 in 1970, at the age of 23, and lost hypo symptoms about 3 years ago. I had none of the classic diabetic complications but couldn't tell at all even when my BG was less than 2. My consultant advised that at that stage hypos were far more dangerous than hypers and my BG...

I used to wear the Paradigm Veo centre-front of my bra when wearing a dress, but with its clip on the back my 640G is way too bulky for that! For easy access and because I really don't care if it shows, I usually attach it to the neckline on the outside of a dress so that the clip inside holds...

Your friends are correct that in the UK we measure blood glucose in mmol/l. I spent 4 years in the USA, where they use mg/dl, and used to convert my results with this formula: 18 mg/dl = 1 mmol/l. It was a bit of a nuisance, but it works :-) Good luck!

Hi Sal I'm type 1 and had no trouble at all losing weight with Weight Watchers. It's as flexible as you want it to be where food choices are concerned and there was no conflict at all with my diabetes regime. Yes, it does cost money, but the weekly meetings and weigh-ins help to keep one on...

My Paradigm Veo pump came with a plastic clip device and a litle leather pouch with see-through front and a belt clip on the back. Both are fine but I prefer the simple clip for attaching the pump to my belt or waistband of jeans/trousers/skirts. With a dress, I usually clip it to the centre...

For me the bubble problem was solved by bringing the insulin cartridge closer to body temperature than room temperature. I usually tuck it into the bottom of my bra for a short time before using it, or inside the waistband of my jeans and - hey presto! - no bubbles. When I first had my pump...

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Really good info Snaggo. I've been diving with Type 1 diabetes since 1986 too and follow the same management practices. We've just returned from our first visit to St Lucia (fantastic all inclusive 2-for-1 deal) where, for the first time ever, I had great difficulty in getting accepted for...

Wow! I'm feeling almost newly diagnosed, having been Type 1 for only 39 years (since the age of 23). I have a little collection of the different insulin delivery devices I've used during that time - from those heavy glass syringes and non-disposable needles that had to be boiled for...

I think they're absolutely foul, but a Glucogel tube is great for underwater emergency use as it's really easy to tuck inside a wetsuit or in a BCD pocket. (Sorry, don't know anything about dry suits. I like the water warm and clear!!) Simply twist or bite the top off, or even use your dive...

Hi Folks I'm a newbie here so hope this works. I've been diving with type 1 since 1986 and am a PADI Divemaster, so it is possible :D However, I ALWAYS declare my diabetes: 1. To the dive organisation - It's not fair on the professionals who take you out to leave them in the dark!! It...