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    Sick from work when I got a chest infection after I was put onto insulin. Now on a warning.

    Warnings usually are a blank threat if nothing else it will make you feel low therefore be prepared for back to work interviews. 9 times out of 10 back to work interview are done by junior managers carrying out policy however these back to work interviews deviate and overlap policy but who's...
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    Verrucas

    I would advise getting some ointment from the Doctors such as bazuka that can be bought over the counter. Apply as directed this solution burns the varucca when dead skin forms remove with pumice stone and apply more solution. Best check with doctor first I have no circulation problems in my...
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    Mental breakdowns

    Acceptance of your condition is the main thing and being happy with yourself and your diabetes it is who you are. I have been there friends as good as they are will never understand the in's and out's of your daily routine and why would they life is difficult enough for anybody. The main thind...
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    Dupuytren's Contracture...

    It is an odd one this as I have it in my right hand but the doctors never link it to my diabetes however 2 people I know locally with diabetes both have it on both there hands to there is a statistic. Then my brother who is not diabetic developed it in both hands and it has developed quickly...
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    PIA

    With delays such as this which is normal if not down to sheer volume and manpower levels make an appointment to see your local MP in their weekly surgery and explain your case if its justified things will happen.
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    Honeymoon period - no insulin needed today?

    Hi Steve i have well forgot my honeymoon period and only just remember my anniversary but the key to this is be flexible and adjust as necessary to the reading. Forget the theory saying to yourself this should not be my reading after this or that adapt according to facts if you are unsure...
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    Ratios or basal?

    I dont think you can complain with those results. I would blame it on some of those Yoga positions you get into, it will have the insulin flowing to the extreme corners of your body. Also when on the railways I would travel outside the suitcase.:D
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    LA Muscle products & Type 1 diabetes

    Try contacting Tim Belknap see http://www.timbelknap.com/ an ex pro diabetic champion he may have some advice.
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    Not sure what to do

    Interesting problem you have with this but if you stick to logic you will be able to sort it within a few days. First thing is there maybe many theoretical reasons for this which you can explore later at your will but my advice is to sort it practically and the mind will follow. The solution...
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    Mindfullness

    http://www.mindfulness4diabetes.com/ this site looks very usefull and will help combat the destructive side of diabetes and is what I call the hypo_mind which appears with low sugars.
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    Ketoacidosis

    I worked with a girl who was always in hospital with her diabetes during a night out due to lack of prep of what the night might bring. I always start with my normal tea and a full pint of milk before commencing at 7pm sharp especting a 2am finish during this time I may down around 15 bottles of...
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    Called into the office for using my insulin in staffroom

    I know where you are coming from with this one but people are strange folk and even stranger in the workplace. It is upsetting only because you have been pulled up for it people react in different ways especially with needles and also when eating. I would look at it this way for peace of mind...
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    Diagnosed type 1 yesterday

    My advice would be take in all the info from the doctors & nurses and follow the advice you will soon be confident in delaing with type 1. I always remember my health visitor who helped me initially when diagnosed 30+ years ago that it is a bit like brushing your teeth its an activity you do...
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    Type 1 Exercise question

    ElyDave You seem to have it down to perfection and I have a lot to learn with respect to your results, I always struggled with clubs with many sports as I hate running high at the start of any session for one the constant tripping to loo prior to start time especially if delayed and even...
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    Type 1 Exercise question

    Looking at what you said everything is based on excellent figures with respect to test results carbs eaten and timing but for me there is very little room for a margin of safety. When doing a 10k I would not feel comfortable with what you have said I would have dropped my doseage to such before...
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    Scary night time hypo

    Hi I think it is difficult to get back on track after a night time hypo as you tend to edge on caution but in time it soon passes and you do forget the incident. i dont have many but you can bet it is the middle of winter when I awake confused and sweating and it can be diffilcult to persuade...
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    Carry case suggestions needed

    Yes I'm the same I have I probably use half a dozen a year when blunt if I have time I sharpen them on a Carborundum Stone just to get the extra mile out of it and if I am really stuck for supplies I resort to carpet gripper its very sharp and cheap and you can saw small pieces off to carry...
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    Ketones

    For me personally I dont test for keytones and never had in 35years I make a stict point of not going into that terroritory and it cuts out the worry and time factor of an extra task you have enough to be thinking about never mind keytones. If your readings are high you can smell the keytones...
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    Carry case suggestions needed

    Hi Steve you seem to carry a suitcase around with you I would struggle to have any pockets for that lot. I carry different things for different occassions I use the stripless meter see link below I rarely use a case for it as it has a finger pricker attached that rotates for new pricker. Also...
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    Frozen Shoulder moan/query

    My sympathies it is something I became familier with my advice is read up on the excercises and do as often as you can daily have a look at the you tube videos on the keyhole surgery how they free it and read up on the stages of frozen shoulder. There are plenty of pdf files on stretching...