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    Discrimination - what can I do?

    I'm going to ask for more info from my GP tomorrow. It just doesn't seem fair that I'm missing out on this because I'm diabetic...and I now have to wait over 3 months for an appointment. The wait at this hospital is 'weeks'.
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    Discrimination - what can I do?

    I'm not sure if I've put this is the right thread... Basically, my GP wants to refer me to a specialist regarding my IBS. For some reason or other, he referred me to a semi-private hospital, so that I could be seen quicker. I found out today that this hospital has rejected the application for...
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    Peer Support for people with diabetes

    Hello, I'm not sure if this post is allowed, but I really want to get the word out about schemes to help us diabetics who are struggling. I have recently become involved in a Peer Support Scheme, set up by Diabetes UK. Have recently received training, and now looking to really promote this new...
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    Injecting hurts

    Lantus seems to make me itch, whilst novo-rapid hurts. I do a different spot every time, but it's not making it any easier. I have a bruise for every one that I've done on my leg...any tips for the exactly perfect spot on my legs? Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Thanks for your replies everyone! Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    How much exercise do you do?

    I do 1 hour of Zumba 2/3 times a week, and go for long walks at the weekend. I do still feel like I need to do more but I'm always ill so am in a lose lose situation Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Had a very long chat tonight with bridezilla...gave an hour long lecture on the importance of not screwing around with your body, especially diabetes. Also, I've made it clear that I won't be going to the chocolate factory, because it'll make me feel terrible. She did say she would think about...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    I'm afraid I don't have that art of conversation. Also, I imagine they're going to want to discuss what the chocolate is like, not what's going in next weekend etc :s Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Thank you for finally addressing this part! As you know, I've only been diagnosed for 18 months, I've had basal insulin a month, and bolus, only a week, I hope I can be excused for being anxious so little on! I've asked my dsn about correction doses, but she said one step at a time. Diabetes...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    The bride is indeed supposed to get everything she wants, it's supposedly more her wedding, than even the groom! When the bride gets a little too into this theory, I call it 'bridezilla' :p Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Thanks for all your input, everyone. I'm still thinking about this a lot, especially as today was my cousins weddings :) I'm starting to think my friend has taken the 'oh that'll never happen to you' attitude, when I've explained what happened to my grandad. However, my friend struggles with a...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics Anyone know how I can edit the title of this thread? Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics I have been hoping its just 'bridezilla' talking, rather than my actual friend. :p Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics I'm not sure, I'm just hoping it does... Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics I understand that I can just take extra insulin, but as I've said in previous posts, I am anxious to do this, after seeing my grandad and other people who do it, ruin their lives. My diabetes also isn't under control yet, so I don't see why I should put a strain...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics Thanks for your replies. If I could edit the title of this thread, I would, as 'ignorance of non-diabetics' isn't exactly what I meant. I know you can 'add a bit more insulin' but I've only just started on insulin and I'm still trying to get my diabetes under...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics It's an all day thing, so I think I'd be bored stiff! I also don't know anyone else who will be there, so this would be difficult for me. I'm trying to make it not a big deal, by asking to talk to her about this situation. She doesn't want that. I thought I was...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics I'm not expecting non-diabetics to have a fountain of knowledge, I'm just saying that if I say I can't do something, because it would be a danger to my health, then people should respect that, surely? Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on...
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    Problem with friend over my diabetes

    Re: Ignorance of non-diabetics Well, this friendship is apparently over :( Diabetes type 1.5 Diagnosed September 2011 Currently on basal insulin
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    Introduce Yourself: Answer Some Personal Questions

    - What is your name? Louise - How old are you?24 - Are you male or female?Female - Which country are you from? England - Which city/area do you live in? London - Are you religious? No - Pick three words to describe your personality. Placid, shy, nervous - Do you have any pets? No - Microsoft or...
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