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diabetes and gcse's

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matilldaaa

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gcse's are quickly approaching and i need some info on hypos/hypers in exam hall and anything diabetes related to the exam. Also if anyone has anything they did in their exams that linked to their diabetes

Matilda x
 
My main worry was always hypos (my levels drop when I'm stressed), so I always had a sugary drink or some unwrapped sugary sweets on the desk next to me so I could quietly munch if necessary. If you're likely to be high maybe ask to bring your insulin in if you're on injections and just ask to be excused/do it subtly if needed. Also my schools and uni always had a smaller exam room for people who needed extra time or special conditions, and I asked to do my exams in there as it was easier to get me out if something did go wrong, and also I found it less stressful than the main hall so my levels tended to be marginally more stable. Best of luck! Rachel x
 
At the time of my GCSE's I was going through a spell of hypo's. In agreement with the school I was allowed my blood meter in a clear pencil case on my desk as well as a bottle of lucozade (minus the label) and some biscuits in a clear bag. I didn't want to go into a separate room as I didn't feel I needed to. If I needed to sort myself out at any point if I went low or needed a toilet break I just had to tell somebody so they could effectively stop the time on my exam to make it fair so that I had the same amount of time as everybody else. Most schools do have separate exam rooms for people who need them and you can always ask to use one of those if you want more privacy. Good luck with your exams! :)
 
Hi @matilldaaa Welcome to the forum. Speak to your school and see what they can assist you with. Its a win win for all. We know of some schools that are allowing their pupils to monitor before, during the exam and you are allowed extra time.
 
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