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Hi, I tried the dexcom g6 for a month (self funded) I have now a libre freestyle from NHS. If money is no object I would go for the dexcom g6 for the following reasons. It uses blue tooth so up dates your phone every five minutes all you need to do is press the home key on your phone and the BG...

Hi, just had my diagnosis changed from T2 to T1. In one of the many recent GP appointments he suggested I paid for a 3 month trial of a libre or a Dexcom. I went for Dexcom more expensive, my reasons were as follows Dexcom I could get next day libre 7 days. Dexcom G6 updates your phone every 5...

Hi, I have the same problem, and so did my mother. I have found using Aqueous Cream, available from Boots and Sainsburys very effective at reducing the dryness and the cracking of the skin. It gives the skin moisture, reducing the dryness and cracking. A large tub is under £5.00. I have had it...

Hi, Thank you for the advice. The side effects that I suffered depeneded on whether I did any exercise or not. If I did no exercise I had stomach pains, feeling as if I might be sick and a metalic taste in my mouth. If I did any exercise, eg cycle 2 miles to station or walk the dog the stomach...

Hi, I am a little concerned as I have been taken of Metformin (2 * 500mg twice a day) within a few days of starting due to the side effects. I suggested trying the slow release version but the gp said that loosing a stone should get everything back under control. I asked for advice on weight...

Hi, Thank you for the info. I did ask my GP what the issues were with lactic acidosis with my kidney condition. He was not sure so went on to google to see what could be found, which raised doubts with me as to if I should take this! VR6 Nut.

Hi, new to the forum, I was diagnosed with type 2 in 2005 and have been treated by diet until now. I am in my late 40s. I had my review on Friday with the GP last week, my HbA1c was 7.8%. My GP wants to put me on Metformin to give better control. I am concerned about the Metformin as my GP said...