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Hello, I’ve been doing research into CGMs and would like to hear people’s opinions. Do you prefer the Dexcom G6 or the Freestyle Libre? Thanks

Hello, Can I please have some advice/thoughts of having the contraceptive implant and its impact on diabetes? I’m finding it difficult to get much info on this. I have two children and am not having anymore so wanted something more long term where I don’t need to worry about taking a pill every...

Hi all, It's been a long time since I've posted here but I need some advice from the diabetic community because you guys understand and know best. I am a T1D and 11 weeks pregnant. This morning I started getting kidney pain (dull ache and throbbing in my back on the right hand side just below...

Hi all, T1D and I'm 95% sure I have bacterial tonsillitis. Had a sore throat for about 2 days and today I've noticed white spots on tonsils as well as them being painful and swollen but have no cough or cold. Should I see the doctor? I know they don't always prescribe antibiotics and often it...

Hi all, I'm T1D and I've been working on my bloods since November 2016 for pregnancy. However my HbA1c results have consistently come back at 6.8%. So frustrating! I find that I get really stressed in the build up to the test and my bloods go high for about 2 weeks prior as a result. I'm...

Hi all. Is it part and parcel of diabetes to have bad weeks? I find that my BG is generally good for a couple of weeks then I'll have a week of bad bloods. My diet isn't really different on these weeks. It's all very weird. For example, my BGL is usually between 5-7mmol first thing in the...

Hi everyone, I've had a bad today in terms of fatigue. I've literally wanted to sleep all day. Struggled to play with my 19 month old son. My legs and arms feel like jelly. But the weird thing is my bloods are completely fine (between 4.9-8.2). I've done nothing out of the ordinary that could...

Hello all, I'm currently honeymooning and my morning (fasting) sugars tend to be pretty erratic, ranging from 6.5-12.4mmol! I've been gradually increasing my Levemir and am currently on 17U at 10pm. I don't often notice the impact of the increased dosages on my morning (fasting) bloods but then...

Merry Christmas diafriends! So who is relaxing and going for it with food and who is going to be good? I'm torn!

Hi all, What are the signs of the honeymoon period ending please? TIA

Hi everyone, My DSN recommended I test my BGLs at 3am for a while. I have since noticed that they rise by about 1-2mmols between bedtime and 3am. Not massively high - the highest being 9.7mmols. Then drop by anywhere up to 3mmols by the time I wake up. Is this normal? TIA

Hi all, Apparently these two conditions can come hand in hand. I have both. Anyone else? I'd be interested to see.

So today I've had a Chinese buffet for lunch and chocolate this evening. I've somehow managed to keep my BG below 9 all day. But feeling guilty!

Hi, Do sweeteners increase bg levels? Yesterday evening my bloods were 7.6 2 hours after my meal. I had a cup of tea with a sweetener in it. An hour later I tested before going to bed and saw that my bloods had increased to 8.2. Would it have been the sweetener that did it? TIA

Hi guys, Is this related to diabetes and how? TIA

Hiya, I've recently had a couple of hypos and find that they tend to wipe me out for the rest of the day. Despite the hypo being treated quickly, I end up feeling lethargic all day and struggle to do normal tasks. Does anyone else experience this? Thanks!

Hi all, I need to get my HbA1c blood test done this week but can't remember if I have to fast or not? Please help me clarify this. TIA

Hi all, My eye screening test came back as I have signs of background retinopathy. Even though I know this is very early stages, the result has been a shock for me and quite upsetting. I understand background retinopathy is common with us diabetics and that controlled blood sugars can reduce...

Hi everyone, Do I need any medical letters to accompany my needles for flights? Or will they just let me on board with them? Thanks Carly Sent from my iPhone using DCUK Forum

Hi everyone, So I'm currently honeymooning but recent bg levels are starting to change and I'm pretty sure I may be coming out of it. Nervous/scared of what's to come as I'm lucky enough to just be on 12U levemir before bed but I am preparing myself to introduce Novorapid soon. Also need my...