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@IZ THE LEG END - LADA is essentially late onset Type 1 diabetes. It is caused by an Autoimmune response. Giving a LADA any kind of insulinogenic drug will speed the destruction of the beta cells due to the way in which the autoimmune system latches on to insulin production to attack them.
You are far better off either going very low carb to reduce insulin production and therefore reduce the autoimmune response or to start taking insulin, which will alleviate your body having to produce insulin, and again protect beta cells. You should only need very small amounts if caught early enough, but you should be given both basal (Levemir) and Bolus (quick acting insulin as described above) to properly protect you.
You should also get yourself to a diabetic clinic with a proper Diabetic Consultant rather than a GP, as a Diabetic Specialist GP is not going to understand how to properly treat LADA.
@tim2000 thanks for the reply, I'm actually very lucky with respect to my GP as he is one of hulls best diabetic specialists, I've been avoiding the insulin but only for the purpose of not telling work I'm due away on the 28/29th for 1 month then I am going to let them know when I get back.
Since finding out my diagnosis I've cut down on carbs etc but the festive period approaching there's going to be a few temptations around I'm sure.
I will bring up the bolus on my return to the uk in January with the nurse it's not something she discussed as far as I was aware insulin was insulin hahaha... Every day's a school day at the minute.