From tablets to insulin

I havn't been to a hospital diabetes clincic i'm afraid so can't advise there. However, i am starting insulin on Monday as have similar problems to yourself. I had an appointment last week where i was able to ask any questions i had, was shown how to inject and where and we talked about different types of insulins and the most suitable for me and the delivery methods. I am going to be using a mixed insulin and have to inject twice a day, once half an hour before breakfast and then half an hour before my evening meal. We also talked about the need to test before driving and the rules around this and informing the DVLA. I also got to inject a rubber teddybear :lol: and then was able to try the needle on myself. The needles are very small and i found it less painful than doing a finger prick.I also got a saline filled pen and some needles so i can practice by injecting an orange at home. When i go on Monday we are going to discuss sick day rules and things like going on holidays etc. I will then have to inject a very small (2 units) amount of insulin infront of the nurse to show that we are both confident in what i'm doing and she will also ring me on Tuesday and then again on Friday. I hope that has helped you a little. Any questions just shout. Everyone has been very helpful and supportive here

Let us all know how you get on.