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Hi Jaylee, Thank you! Indeed, I really like the idea of using the Libre 2, less finger pricks are definitely better! My fingers are already sore from testing so often and I've already gone through the initial test strips that I was given by the hospital. I'll follow up with the GP and the...

Hi EllieM, The consultant is based at the local hospital as is the nurse. I agree, I did find it odd that the nurse would disagree. I do drive, quite a lot actually, so at the very least, I know I need to test before I drive and ideally every 2 hours on long trips, which is fine. I usually like...

Hi All, I'm new to testing and to using insulin, so first week this week. I'm hoping to get pregnant, so my consultant recommended that we aim for stricter control as my HBA1C was a bit too high and we feel I can do better. He recommended insulin as it would improve my control as metformin isn't...

Hi All, I'm Louisa, 41, F. I was diagnosed with Diabetes Type 2 in 2014 after a a period of extreme stress at university. I managed to push it into remission for a few years, but it's back now and it's being stubborn about sticking around regardless of any diet/meds this time. I was born in the...