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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Rowgirl" data-source="post: 2590255" data-attributes="member: 542803">Hi, I was diagnosed type 1 a year ago aged 58. Misdiagnosed as type 2, until I had lost over 3 stone and becoming very unwell. I suppose it was a relief to finally be listened to. The first few months are hard, like you I had panic moments, I think my coping limit had been reached and I couldn't cope with anything, and quite irrational. It was horrible for a few months, and having my driving licence reviewed, took my independence away.During these weeks I told my husband I was at my limit, and my diabetic nurse. I think being given access to libre 2 helped a lot. Things have got better, I feel better, got used to carrying juice and jellies. Life is different, I have been caught out having a hypo with no sugar and no money, fortunately a kind barmaid gave me cola. I'm still learning and still fed up at times. I wish you well, take it slowly, be kind to yourself. We understand your adjustments.</blockquote>

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