Silly Question

[mymate]

I have just changed the insulins that I take from, Novorapid and Insulatard to Apidra and Lantus. This got me thinking that I had better carrying some form of ID to notify people that I am diabetic just in case I should collapse in a heap somewhere. There are many available but would I be classed as just a type 2 or would I now be classed as insulin dependent having taken insulin for almost two years thus far? Any advice gratefully received.

 

[mo1905]

I would go with insulin dependant if possible as this would indicate to healthcare providers of possibility of hypo's.

 

[hale710]

Agree with Mo, insulin dependant would best explain your needs in an emergency situation


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[Daibell]

I agree with Insulin Dependent

 

[MARGAR]

I carry a card by Novametrix 30 FlexPen the card gives my name my date of birth my NHS number and emergency contact details. There is a space on the back of the card where you can write the insulins you are taking. There is a nova Nordisk customer care number 0845 600 5055 I think if you ring this number you would be able to get a card, or maybe your pharmacist will have one.

 

[Nyxks]

No you are not Insulin Dependant, your still a type 2 insulin dependant means type 1 or 1.5 and though the UKDA you can buy bracelets that have type 2 diabetic on them Identification and Jewellery

 

[mrman]

Insulin dependent, will alert people and emergency services quicker that you have injected insulin working in you should the need arise ~ hopefully wil not ,but, just in case.

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[TooSweetForMe]

How about "Type 2 - Insulin Using"? That would let them know that you are a Type 2, but you have to use insulin.