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  1. emmacheasty

    Type 1 with a serious ED

    Staycee, thank you for sharing this with us and also seeking help.... as im sure you realise now you are not alone. [emoji4]I would agree with the posts that suggested low carb diets and exercise.... you can then minimise the insulin you do give yourself.....IE enough to keep your baseline...
  2. emmacheasty

    Anyone treated at Wythenshawe hospital?

    Dont worry it will most likely just be a jobplan thing for whichever consultant is leaving or reducing hours..... I used to work there....they are great for type 1s on the pump! Dont worry ....but contact the diabetes nurses if u are still worried. BW Emma ( Type 1 diabetic pump user and...
  3. emmacheasty

    New pump.... any suggestions?

    My old medtronic paradigm is out of warranty... so looking for a new pump, i swim and sail so a waterproof option would be ideal..... also im looking to use cgm in combination..... does anyone have any recommendations??
  4. emmacheasty

    Diabetes and eating disorders

    Dear Bec, You are definitely not alone! I have just joined the forum. I have had T1 for 34 years and suffered with issues regarding weight, eating and insulin omission for 20 years, it was something i have always been honest about however despite being an educated girl...i never thought it was...
  5. emmacheasty

    Pear drops taste, but readings are fine

    I would however say with your BMs and lack of urine ketones its not your diabetes causing it .....like at diagnosis. If it persists i would suggest seeing your GP
  6. emmacheasty

    Pear drops taste, but readings are fine

    Ok well that rules those out! [emoji4] .....
  7. emmacheasty

    Pear drops taste, but readings are fine

    P.s sounds like you are doing great adjusting!! Good work :) ( an old timer # 34 years and still learning! )
  8. emmacheasty

    Pear drops taste, but readings are fine

    Are you on a high protein/ high fat low carb diet.....trying to lose weight or taking supplements for the gym?? All of which can increase your ketone production ??
  9. emmacheasty

    Can exercise cause short term spikes in BG?

    Don't worry about it! This is a normal physiological response to intense exercise you will get a drop a while later....seen by your 5.7 glucose. For more detail see the Glut -4 answer [emoji4] The body's physiology is a wonderful [emoji3] Hope this is reassuring....
  10. emmacheasty

    How to get an insulin pump on the NHS?

    Life events that cause emotional upheaval and stress which affects our blood sugars whether or not you are on a pump. The greiving process is a prime example of the most stressful life event. Your mum has been on injections for years and during this stressful sad time she needs more input from...
  11. emmacheasty

    New and confused

    Trying lifestyle modifications as a first step is a very sensible approach and a 3 month window is a sensible timeframe. If you are losing weight you are likely to see improvement to you longterm glucose ( HbA1c) and your body's resistance to the insulin you are producing which is a significant...
  12. emmacheasty

    can't remember name

    Novorapid .....lasts for 2 hours
  13. emmacheasty

    Why me?...

    Dear Michael You are not alone at all!! I have a similar journey diagnosed at 4 years old now 37...... constant exposure to medical appointments made me a Doctor by career..... That for the record does not make me a great diabetic......just a more compassionate doctor!.... i hope Over the...