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- Type of diabetes
- Type 1
- Treatment type
- Pump
I've had laser treatment for a couple of years but my retinopathy was getting worse as my bloods were still out of control. So earlier this year I started having Eyelea injections, and have made a good start on control bringing my HbA1c down to 8.5% (yes I know it's still high but it was 13.8% last year 
) And yesterday I was told that I've stopped the retinopathy in it's tracks
I'm going to have some more of the injections, because they don't really have enough information on if the effect lasts, but only every 2-3 months rather than monthly. My consultant thinks if I can keep on top of my bloods he should be able to discharge me in a year's time.
So I really want to tell you all - It just goes to show that we should never think it's too late to start making a change!! Obviously sooner is better and I will always have a little damage from the laser (I had a LOT!) but even at the later stages of the disease we can still make a BIG difference.
Never give up!!
) And yesterday I was told that I've stopped the retinopathy in it's tracks I'm going to have some more of the injections, because they don't really have enough information on if the effect lasts, but only every 2-3 months rather than monthly. My consultant thinks if I can keep on top of my bloods he should be able to discharge me in a year's time.
So I really want to tell you all - It just goes to show that we should never think it's too late to start making a change!! Obviously sooner is better and I will always have a little damage from the laser (I had a LOT!) but even at the later stages of the disease we can still make a BIG difference.
Never give up!!
