Diagnosed in Jan 18 with HB1AC 83. In February saw consultant for 1st time, everything was new and meeting a blur, received next apt date for July. During this time more educated on condition through forum and other means, so felt I would be more prepared on next visit. Had to ring hospital for a reason a week prior to the apt date of 10th July, Only to be told by receptionist my apt was cancelled, I was opened mouthed not really taking in what she was saying, my husband only just managed to book day off! I asked what the new date was, DEC... well I'm sorry I saw red, couldn't believe with such a condition, they found it acceptable to leave a patient waiting another 6mths and therefore nearly a total of 10mths! Long story short, the manager called me back with apt for the next day after original, so 11th July. As it happens apt went really well, my levels now down to 36 and organs functioning well.
I mention this to say, I've read people talking about cancelled apts, well you don't have to put up with it, you really have to fight for your rights. Don't get me wrong I wasn't abusive to the receptionist, I'm just good with the spoken word and would use legal jargon.
On my visit it was pointed out though, vitamin D is low and calcium. But also I don't recognise hypos very well, which is of concern for obvious reasons, not sure if there is a name for it... are their other people in the forum who don't recognise hypos very well?
I mention this to say, I've read people talking about cancelled apts, well you don't have to put up with it, you really have to fight for your rights. Don't get me wrong I wasn't abusive to the receptionist, I'm just good with the spoken word and would use legal jargon.
On my visit it was pointed out though, vitamin D is low and calcium. But also I don't recognise hypos very well, which is of concern for obvious reasons, not sure if there is a name for it... are their other people in the forum who don't recognise hypos very well?