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thats confusing. Why are you looking to increase your basal but then talk about a temp bolus rate. I wasnt aware that there is a temp bolus rate, only a temp basal rate. Is that what you meant? I would have thought you be looking to increase your carb ratio for dinner rather than a basal rate?

Curry's and kebabs. Curry gets a 40/60 split over 5 or 6 hours, kabab gets 50/50 over 3 hours

I'm currently on fiasp MDI but going onto a pump tomorrow. My clinic wanted to swap me to NR but I wanted to stay on fiasp so that's what I'm doing. Clinic has changed me from Toujeo to Levemir though in case of a breakdown, not 100% sure why.

Realise this thread is quite old now, but I have just signed up to do a walking marathon in July. Totally unfit and overweight so it's going to be a real challenge for me but one I'm determined to do. So looking for any advice please.....

I changed from humalog to fiasp about 4 weeks ago. I am on mdi. My blood sugars are significantly better over the last month but I have had to increase both my lunch and evening meal ratios from 2:1 and 2.5:1 to 2.5:1 and 3:1 respectively. I have also found it tails off about 30 mins quicker...

I'm about to start a new job that will involve working shifts. The rota is a 12 hour shift from 6am to 6pm for 4 days then 4 off and then 4 nights 6pm - 6am. I'm after any tips both on how to handle T1 in this situation but also more general tips about how to successfully change from days to...

DAFNE recommends between 6 and 7. Personally 5 is the lowest I will go. I'm more concerned going to bed high as I have a pronounced dawn rise.

I have been on Metformin for about a year and recently have also been feeling very tired all the time. I have had a blood test today to check thyroid function but I'm now wondering if we're barking up the wrong tree and perhaps its my B12? I'll wait for the results to come back and then discuss...

I take 2x500mg tablets twice a day. I have now reduced my insulin dramaticaly, although I was simply taking far too much previously. Haven't really seen any weight loss other than a bit, but that is due to eating fewer carbs than previously and the reduction in insulin doses more than the...

I am considering switching from Lantus 100 to 200 on the premise that I will be able to reduce my dosage by 50% However research has shown that users switching to the stronger type actually end up taking MORE. Can anyone explain why this is?

My SDN today advised no insulin for a no carb breakfast. Blood sugars raised!

I'm a T1 diabetic and have put on loads of weight - currently around 22 stone - I have recently noticed insulin resistance setting in as I have needed more and more insulin to maintain correct blood sugar levels so I asked my Dr to go on Metformin. Have been on it about a month now and my...

Hi I am considering taking a job in the USA. I am Type 1 (have been for 22 years). Can anyone tell me how, what, who etc. for getting diabetic supplies and care in the USA? I'm guessing I will need to pay but can anyone supply details. Thanks in advance Chris