How do you cope with being ill?

Just the same as you are, by testing and keeping a eye on bg levels throughout the illness. Just remember to keep your fluid intake up too, and check for ketones when bg's start to rise.

Nigel

Yep, constant testing and desperately trying to control my levels. And sleeping a lot! I usually don't get colds, probably because I have a phobia of people invading my personal space sp I don't let them get close enough to breathe on me! But last year I was working with 5 year olds, who have no sense of boundaries, and I had colds for 3 months. I had to take a lot of extra insulin and had quite a few days off work.

I find that avoiding jeremy vile helps! Every time I go to the doctor, he's on in the waiting room. My theory is that I'm so grateful to get away from him that it doesn't matter what diagnosis I get

Hi Lezzles.

Yes, fluids, warmth and rest is the answer.

Prevention being better than cure I have taken to having the flu jags when offered which seem to have worked in spite of my reservations. I also thoroughly wash my hands regularly and use a hand gel when hand washing is not practical. I have managed to avoid going down with anything at all for quite some time – long may it continue! :roll:

Hope you feel better soon!