Health checks

[Lynz84]

How often is everyone being sent to have a check up at their clinic? Hba1c etc. My last check up was aug and wondered should I be seen again soon!

 

[urbanracer]

It varies depending on your level of control. I am 6 monthly at the mo' , and I think that others are seen less frequently whilst people who are struggling, are possibly seen more often.

 

[JamHam]

I have appointments every 3 months. My hospital is fantastic with regular appointments.

 

[Libby1726]

I go every 6 months to the gp for hba1c

 

[Daibell]

By default it's 12 months but can 6 or 3 if control is poor or medication has changed. I agree a next appointment month at my current appointment and then set it all up myself; I don't wait to be called.

 

[Juicyj]

It depends on your healthcare trust and your own ability to manage your type 1, so everyone will have a different scenario. I personally have my HbA1c done every 4-5 months at my GP surgery as I have an underactive thyroid and see my consultant once a year, but I have contact via email with my DSN if I need it.

 

[Lynz84]

Hi guys. Thanks for the replies! I manage my bgs very well and have no other complications. I know the diabetes teams are swamped so i hate bothering them for no good reason but might try and get my hba1c done by the GP

 

[noblehead]

Once a year on MDI but have been seeing the consultant 6 monthly since changing to my insulin pump, generally if your well controlled, have no issues or concerns then 12 monthly seems to be the average time.

 

[Garr]

No been for one for 13 months, phoned them up and was told that they haven't forgotten about me and should get one soon. Still waiting........

 

[JRW]

About once every two years.