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  1. searley

    Type 1 Testosterone

    go with the doctor. You get it free that way if prescribed Plus it needs monitoring with blood tests
  2. searley

    Type 1 Testosterone

    yes I am and do The biggest pro for me is I can stay awake cos low test make me tired
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    Type 1 Testosterone

    when I take testosterone either gell or injection it has zero effect on my BG
  4. searley

    Disability At Work Act

    yes maybe if something like dapaflozin is used but even then they only say you'll need to go ahead couple of extra times a day
  5. searley

    Libre 3 with Apple Watch (without the iPhone)

    as can xdrip! But you are correct the question is apple watch and the last line of my response quoted apple watch For which at this point there is no direct connect
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    Tandem t slim pump

    in the UK the tandem dealer is air liquide. In other countries you may have other suppliers or tandem themselves But in the info you were provided during training would have been the contact details to get support
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    Anyone using CamAPX FX

    Camaps it one of the best algorithms based off aaps which was around long before the likes of tandem For me there are 2 issues 1 it's android only 2 the pump only hold 180u, I think there is little info on camaps at the moment but if you research aaps you will get more info how it works
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    Dexcom 6

    It exactly the same as the release version it's just been tweaked to remove the device check… and a few other advanced features
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    Disappearing HbA1c!

    It will disappear if there is not enough bg readings even in a single day.. I've had it before where I've only done 1 test in a day so the hva1c goes away
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    Dexcom 6

    In the UK there is no onnipod 5 app.. Only dexcom (not sure where you are from) I've never had a supported phone for dexcom… so I use the build your own
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    Tandem t slim pump

    that would be correct.. In profiles the (timed settings) basal is how much you are given per hour In profiles (pump settings) there is a max basal setting this is as it says the max you will be given per hour HOWEVER… Regular basal does NOT show as IOB, only basal increases to treat high bg...
  12. searley

    Libre 3 with Apple Watch (without the iPhone)

    No.. currently there is no direct connection option.. it’s being worked on. Has for some time but it’s battery intensive But for apple not doable for the time being
  13. searley

    How to get GP to refer me to Consultant

    If you are generally well controlled many consultants pass you back to the GP.. your gp can issue.. and should issue blood test and urine forms if that the only thing concerning you. And should provide access to a DSN
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    Refused extra hand luggage for insulin and pump supplies

    Pump supplies don’t take up much more space than regular supplies and most of them like pods or cartridge can go in your suitcase
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    'Fast' treatment of Hyperglycaemia

    Depending on whether your care team has given you the ability to adjust your own doses.. If they have then more insulin will have an effect If you have 2 insulins the long acting will help prevent highs in the first place, and the rapid will bring you down faster for a correction If you are...
  16. searley

    109mmol

    I’d say from that reading and the fact they are calling you in that yes they will tell you that you are diabetic Now, depending on your current life style and activity levels, there may be life style changes that you can make that will help you out no end First step see doctor, Then start...
  17. searley

    Muscle pain Freestyle Libre arm

    I moved away from libre because of arm pain.. tried a Dexcom g7 recently with the same result And I still feel it several day after removing I think if you don’t have any fat on the arm or you fit slightly too low then the inserter need hits the muscle. You should aim for above the muscle in...
  18. searley

    Does Ozempic permanently reduce a1c?

    If you come off it and continue eating like you were prior to being on it.. yes you will gain weight and you hba1c will go up.. and quite quickly.. this happened to my ex with a short period of time If you eat sensible and keep active you may only see small fluctuations in hba1c, but everyone...
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    Disability At Work Act

    The answer is hard and the final decision on cover comes from a judge at a tribunal The reality of it is.. as a T2 on either diet or tablet control (most tablets) you will NOT need adjustments under the equality act. The only time you start needing adjustments will be if you are on hypo...
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    Will insulin pump auto correct hyperglycaemia?

    Some pumps combined with a cgm will correct highs, but can take time todo that.. nothing like getting it right in the first place Snacking.. if you tell the pump how many carbs you are snacking on then it will issue the insulin for that snack…. In the same way you should on injections.. if you...