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  1. Liv1991

    Extreme thirst especially at night

    Yes I went to GP last week but he didn’t really seem to take it seriously and said it’s normal to get a dry mouth when you go to sleep if you breath through your mouth. I said I’m constantly drinking and it’s making no difference but he didn’t really have an answer. Was curious to see if anyone...
  2. Liv1991

    Extreme thirst especially at night

    Does anyone have problems with extreme thirst especially at night that is NOT connected to high blood glucose/ketones? I am having problems with persistent thirst but my BG and ketone levels are in healthy ranges. I am drinking litres of water but can’t get rid of the sensation of having a dry...
  3. Liv1991

    Type 1 Insulin pump recommendations

    Hi, I have been using an accu-chek insight pump for 4 years but the warranty is about to end and I need to decide whether to stay with accu-chek or whether to select a different pump. Does anyone have any experience/advice on which pumps are the best? I have been told that I can choose...
  4. Liv1991

    FreeStyle Libre sensors - who gets funding?

    How do I find out if my local authority is going to fund the FreeStyle Libre sensors? The freestyle website has got information up about getting reimbursements for any purchases from November 1st but it doesn’t give any details about who/where can apply. Thanks
  5. Liv1991

    Type 1 Freestyle libre sensor sites

    Ok great, thank you! :)
  6. Liv1991

    Type 1 Freestyle libre sensor sites

    Ok thanks everyone, I'm just not very good at being carefree about stuff like this!
  7. Liv1991

    Type 1 Freestyle libre sensor sites

    Hi, I'm wondering if anyone who uses freestyle libre sensors can help. I've used 2 different sensors so far as per the instructions which say that it has to be inserted on the upper arm. I don't want to keep inserting it there while the weather is hot though because I don't like it being...
  8. Liv1991

    Type 1 Weight loss - what's the best exercise to do to burn fat and avoid hypos?

    Ok thanks everyone [emoji4] I'm clueless on the weight training stuff but might talk to a trainer about doing some HIIT stuff.
  9. Liv1991

    Type 1 Weight loss - what's the best exercise to do to burn fat and avoid hypos?

    Hi, I've been type 1 for 18 years and have always had to keep a close eye on my weight. I find the only thing that works to maintain my weight is a low calorie diet of 1200 calories a day but I get really sick of this sometimes and want to be able to enjoy eating without the constant worry of...