Just been told I need to 'test less'

[TooMuchGlucose]

GP

Says it all really, they're not specialised in diabetes so they shouldn't really be advising you anything about it.

 

[pinewood]

Says it all really, they're not specialised in diabetes so they shouldn't really be advising you anything about it.

It's actually very worrying how little the GPs I've come across know about diabetes...especially T1...

 

[Red and white Liz]

I'm really lucky with my gp. Could not be more supportive. I was diagnosed just over 12 months ago with type 2. Recognised the symptoms as mum T2 insulin and dad T2 meds. I have a glucose meter and strips on prescription with strips whenever needed 100 at a go. Meds issued on 3 month batches. They encourage self management and the diabetic practice nurse is a specialist. Never been an issue getting repeats for anything.

My bloods are still a bit erratic but getting there with lots of support.

 

[TooMuchGlucose]

I'm really lucky with my gp. Could not be more supportive. I was diagnosed just over 12 months ago with type 2. Recognised the symptoms as mum T2 insulin and dad T2 meds. I have a glucose meter and strips on prescription with strips whenever needed 100 at a go. Meds issued on 3 month batches. They encourage self management and the diabetic practice nurse is a specialist. Never been an issue getting repeats for anything.

My bloods are still a bit erratic but getting there with lots of support.

That is lucky, a lot of T2s have to pay for their own strips. Also welcome to the forum