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    its been a minute !! but it can be done

    Amazing achievement, well done!
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    Libre issue - advice please!

    That's a good thought, thanks will try to keep up the fluids and see if that helps
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    Libre issue - advice please!

    Thankyou - to be honest I'm not really sure what calibration is still lots to learn but interesting how different it seems to be for each person
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    Libre issue - advice please!

    Thanks for your reply...the readings were 1-2 mmol more so not loads but enough to not detect two hypos. I've always had it the other way round so it was a bit if a surprise. Luckily I'm very hypo. Perhaps I should let abbot know as my new sensor as of yesterday seems fine.
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    Libre issue - advice please!

    My libre 2 sensor has been regularly reading higher than my finger prick test. This had resulted in two hypos. I know about the time lag due to interstitial fluid but usually when my sugar goes low my sensor reads lower than finger prick. I put on another sensor today but still the same. Does...
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    Type 1.5 Diagnosis

    Well done for persevering for 8 years! I have questioned my original type 2 diagnosis for a while for similar reasons. I managed to get tested for antibodies and tested positive for GAD. My GP has changed me to 'type 1' but the specialist says its too early to tell and doesn't want to test c...
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    CGM Privacy

    This is quite a thought. Sadly technology can be used for good and bad. I use a reader than than through an app. Maybe that is more private?
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    Long excercise new on insulin

    Hello, I am hoping for some tips on managing a walking holiday whilst newly started on Humulin I. ( 2 months ) Only taking 6 units daily which helps base line but not meal spikes and I often drop low before lunchtime on a normal day (office job). Next week I'm with my husband walking all day...
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    No definitive diagnosis

    Thank-you, very informative. I had heard of it but didn't know the detail. I hope I have the similar results with the gliptin as you have!
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    No definitive diagnosis

    Alogliptin 25mg - It's a new one on me tbh. The only blood test I've had is hba1c and when that kept creeping up I asked for GAD. I've never had a glucose tolerance test. Is that routine?
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    No definitive diagnosis

    Thank-you Lamont D, you are right. Perhaps I am focusing too much on this. I have been eating low carb (which worked well ) since initial type 2 diagnosis three years ago but numbers just keep creeping up. I did ask whether a c peptide would be helpful but Dr felt not. I've been prescribed a...
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    No definitive diagnosis

    I had my first appointment today with diabetes team at the hospital and was hoping for a formal diagnosis whether type 2 or Lada but after a long discussion he said I was in a grey area. I'm more confused then ever now. I'm GAD positive but low number and BMI 21. I'm negative for all the other...
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    GAD level and 1st appointment

    That's interesting, thank-you. It does seem to be different for everyone. I asked for c peptide but apparently it can only be done in the hospital so I will ask again at my appointment.
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    GAD level and 1st appointment

    Oh.. forgot to say ...negative for other antibodies including zinc 8. GP mentioned because of this (zinc 8) they were unsure what type of diabetes it is
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    GAD level and 1st appointment

    Hi, I recently requested a GAD antibody test after noticing worse control despite doing the same low carb etc and after reading other peoples experiences on this site and the excellent advice you all give.(thankyou so much!)I was fortunate to be taken seriously and so 3+ years post diagnosis I...
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    Aspirin in type 1 pregnancy

    It maybe worth asking if you need to take something to protect your stomach lining while taking aspirin longer term as it can cause stomach issues.
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    Blood tests

    Hello and Thank-you! Yes I have a meter which is why I know things have been creeping upwards I've managed it so far without meds and hoping I will pull it back again. Its great having this forum its the only place I feel fully understood
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    Blood tests

    Intersting! Who are PPG?
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    Blood tests

    Thank-you for your replies. Yes I'm in UK , Devon too but it looks like I need to chase them at my surgery. I hate nagging but needs must . My sugar control since Christmas could have been better and I'm feeling cross with myself as I'd been doing so well but Christmas made me super tempted by...
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    Blood tests

    Can anyone tell me if hbA1cs are back routinely now? I was diagnosed type 2 when covid started in 2020. The only blood tests I've had have been when first diagnosed and when I asked. No one has contacted me in 9 months now. I've had letters for eye checks but not to see diabetes nurse. What is...