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An update to my predicament, it would appear that my local Boots pharmacy has a box of Novorapid awaiting my collection. I am told , as I phoned to ask ! as yet I have no response from my local surgery, gp, or diabetes nurse despite my last 3 letters containing mobile, home telephone numbers and...

For recent responses to my current problem, I am grateful, however creating further problems, police, and in general being a bloody nuisance, why!. All I am and have been asking for from my DSN, Consultant, GP, Surgery team is for staff to do what they are paid for from the public purse. I will...

DSN has already faxed surgery, practice manager has proved no help. Have run out of patience to visit surgery and be told I cannot see a GP, think I will probably explode . No one at surgery seems to understand what will happen to me when insulin is gone.

Thank you for your responses, So far my wife has spoken to the practice manager, receptionist and pharmacist. I have lost a day at work (120.00) to visit the practice to be told I could not see a GP, and the only registered and qualified nurse at the surgery could not amend an existing...

Dear all A small technical hitch has befallen me to which I could really do with some help to resolve, Let me explain his in simple terms, I have had a new Roche insulin pump for just under one month, a jolly smart tool it is and I am quite fond of it, however, since supply of the new pump...

Hi Danny Not your age, but had a pump for just over a year after nearly 20 years of injections. If I can be of help, please do Not hesitate to ask. Regards John

You could contact local diabetic groups who may be able to more support and guidance. Local groups are spread throughout the country, I have Been in touch with my local group recently and was welcomed to join a meeting, and a dinner date!. Diabetes UK have volunteers that I am sure would be...

Hi Your manager is living in the past as are your colleagues, injecting is part of your medical condition. You could mention the Health and Safety at Work Act, employers responsibilities, and the Equality Act. Discrimination is against the law, what more can I say. John

Hi Maybe this is a little blunt, but you need to understand what complications can occur if you do not get control, I found it tough and depressing when 1st diagnosed, and I know its not easy. Keep friends and family closer and allow them, if they are willing to work with you to gain control...

Hi Jackie I was diagnosed on my birthday as a type 1 and spent the day with a nurse learning how to inject myself, A great way to spend the day!! As life goes on, I promise you it gets easier to deal with and manage. Try not to feel too down, I have managed for twenty years without major...

Hi Sally I have been using a pump for just over a year without concern, but as I progress in age I have noticed the warning signs of a hypo are not so evident. I have been a type 1 for twenty years and assume that the signs diminish with age!, although could be wrong. My readings seem to be...

Hi Becca Can't help with the age group, but a type 1 for 20 years so have some knowledge and experience, feel free to post questions.

Hi Davy I was diagnosed with type 1 at the age of 30, twenty years ago. It was a huge sock and difficult to come to terms with. I struggled for some time with fluctuating BS levels, but It does get better and easier to deal with over time. It is easy for me to say stay positive, as I am used to...