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Result RIchard - my previous GP changed my meter from the OneTouch Ultra to the MyLife Pura for cost purposes. I used it for a couple of years but it was quite fiddly. Now I've switched to the Mobile and my (new) surgery's DSN was "pursuaded" to put these on repeat prescription - she was a bit...

Hi - Just came across this thread and completed the survey. I too would be interested in the results but I don;t think they will change my outlook - I am usually happy to inject in public (I do in the office whereass another -female- collegue used to do hers in the toilets but then its harder to...

My last hbac (in June...bit slow to share) was 6.7 in old money - think thats 50 in the new world is it ? Happy with that as its come down from the the previous which was 7.7.....I've had a slow creeping up of these readings over my 20 year diabetes career.

Yes - I remember these, "load it", "prime it" and shut my eyes and try not to pull my finger away....then put a massive amount of blood on the strip. Time it, blot it and compare the colour !

Hi Jessie. Second - don't think you mentioned "online" specifically" did you ? But this will apply however you meet someone. I'd echo the sentiments here - its something you live with but not the be all and end all about you (I'm guessing!) I been out with a few women (I'm now married so no more...

Deffo do it in public (testing too!). When I was first diagnosed I used to go into the toilets but stopped that when on holiday to India soon afterwards (you can imagine! ) I've not had any adverse comments. Another point is that if you are injecting when your food arrives then if you had to...

Never experienced that but sounds a right pain ! Are you getting stressed about your appointments ?

Really none of his busy - I'd tell him to mind his own. I have done (and will do again I'm sure) tests on buses, BR trains , tubes and so forth. It get easier as you get more used to it.

Hi Jacob Talk this through with the clinic - Just because they're thinking of changing to 4 injections rather than 3 doesn't mean the total dosage will go up. It will hopefully give you better control - I'm on 5 a day (typically) , 1 Glargine in the morning, 1 Novorapid for each of breakfast...

I trying MumoActive on iPhone - they also have an android app. Definitely clean, maybe a bit too clean ! I've fallen out of the habit of noting results though so keep forgetting !

Hi Westley Welcome to the forum - I can only claim to be friendly ;o) I look forward to seeing what you find out with regards especially to how the weightlifting affects your levels as I have found a marked difference in the effects of different activities such as running/ cycling/ weights.

I was 22 and that was 23 years ago.......hang on I can't be that old surely?..;o)

A long time ago I used to have liqueurs such as Cointreau, baileys , southern comfort etc when out on work dos as you can imagine my BS were through the roof ! These are probably best avoided - although I'm sure some might disagree ! I now stick to red wine, bourbon/whiskey with diet mixer. Real...

In the 20+ years of diabetes I've had one or 2 hypos...;o) Lowest was 1.5 due to over correction whilst on holiday. Woke up in a cold sweat - the bed was swimming in it ! Wasn't alone though so my wife was able to guide me to the glucose tablets - took a packet to get me feeling slightly normal.

Hi J and welcome. I know that if I'm high (18 or so) and adjust for that it take 3 to 4 hours for my levels to come down (to under 9) and feel "normal" . Cheers

Hi "ONash" welcome. Lunch - sandwiches - I used to have a triple decker (3 slices of bread) but have "cut back" to 2 slices of bread. Filling such as ham & humous and lettuce (when there is some in the fridge). Followed by some fruit, typically pear, plum, orange. Not using any midlands...

Hi John Skimmed through your post and just wanted to say ....you can do it....I've been T1 for 20 years but really don't claim any special knowledge - at the end of the day I know what (usually) works for me. Hopefully you can find a path for you that allows you to continue skateboarding -...

Sorry I missed it....Will try for January.....well done @ewelina for organising it!

Hmm....doubtful that I can come but will put it in my diary ! (Strange how I pop up when there is a pub visit.....)

Impressive staying power !:cool: