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  1. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    Ok guys. I went! and got a sticker and wallypop lol So get results next week. Thanks to everyone who gave advice etc, it does seem really confusing as to whats the right reading and whats wron but I guess each person different.. At the end of the day its my bike and my life and my choice if I...
  2. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    I have a meter that proves my numbers. I get told you can't get a hypo as a T2 on metformin yet the figures show otherwise. Cant win lol
  3. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    Seems to be too many conflicting reports going on all over the place no wonder im confused.com lol
  4. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    Thanks. I was told anything under 5 you couldn't drive and under 4 was hypo. But now im told I don't get hypos. Bloody feels like it and trust me there is no way am I ridding a motorbike under 4 when I feel like ****
  5. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    UPDATE. Panic over lol Thank you for your kind words and support. I tested again and it shot up to 5.8 So I take it this is a liver dump thing? Before my shift ends I will see what its at. I know I feel **** when below 4 and think its dangerous for me to ride below that. Personal choice...
  6. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    Not scared normally and they never drop below 4 unless I have gone without food for any length of time. The trouble is when I go below I end up feeling ****. Shakes. Disorientated etc and no way can I ride home like that. My tester warns me at 3.9. I appreciate the help guys. Just a little...
  7. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    Just been told nothing but water from 9pm the night before
  8. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    lowest was 3.7 and it wipped me out. 4.7 is about right but at the end of my shift not in the middle. Its the ride home that worries me if it continues to drop. been told that anything below 5 and I shouldnt ride. Not that its stopped me as long as I am 5 minutes or so from home I manage. but I...
  9. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    trouble is I am over due the test due to GPs not know what to do. Also appointment made for results and other things in 7 days. hard enough getting appointments with the gestapo as it is lol
  10. Tigger2014

    Might be in trouble

    I hope someone is online right now to help. I have a fasting blood test tomorrow/today (04/06/14 at 0800...Im on nights so not been able to eat since 2100. Not feeling too clever so did a test and its 4.7 which is starting to get low for me. Im worried as I still have 5 hours left on my...
  11. Tigger2014

    Type 2 and insulin can I request it?

    have you worked 6 night straight? I start at 6pm finish 7am out the house 5.30pm in bed 9am after some family time, sleep. wake dressed and out for work. fresh veg, meat etc is not cheap. when I am day off I don't know if its breakfast dinner or tea time.
  12. Tigger2014

    Type 2 and insulin can I request it?

    If I can get to see a doctor I will
  13. Tigger2014

    Type 2 and insulin can I request it?

    Just a quick one. Im struggling with food and weight due to a number of factors. 1) I work nights 2) cant afford the good stuff lol 3) finding time to pre make it all. My numbers are up and down like a strippers knickers (Sorry):oops: Spoke to a lady other day in a supermarket who is also...
  14. Tigger2014

    Eye scan today

    cheers guys
  15. Tigger2014

    Hypo on metformin?

    BANG lol Not boring anything off us, thats what we are all here for. SUPPORT
  16. Tigger2014

    Hypo on metformin?

    I think I am starting to get the hang of these numbers. (I Think!) If my number is 9 or above I feel ****, below 5 feel tired. The other day/night, I say this cause I work perm nights! about 4am I was doing a patrol (Security) and felt dizzy on the stairs. I completed my patrol and then did a...
  17. Tigger2014

    Eye scan today

    Hi Kids Well been for my first eye scan, foot check, diet talk. I have to say it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. My eyes are fine, well apart from being old so need glasses lol (51) We discussed my diet! Well she did I just listened lol She told me that I had to have carbs etc and i...
  18. Tigger2014

    Postman been!

    Im wearing a mans shamballa bracelet, a Type 2 bracelet from this site http://www.diabetes.co.uk/shop/productdetails.aspx?pid=4147 another type of bracelet no idea what its called supposed to keep ya moods good lol and a Help for heroes bracelet
  19. Tigger2014

    Postman been!

    Hi Guys Well the postman delivered my new bracelet and pin badge today woop woop
  20. Tigger2014

    Type 2 Quick one (So to speak)

    No problem thank you for your input Sent from the Diabetes Forum App