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<blockquote data-quote="Wilki.356" data-source="post: 976149" data-attributes="member: 220007"><p>I hope you have done it by now, but you must inform the DVLA of your condition. </p><p></p><p>It is then noted on the system. As long as you haven't had a Hypo and never been to hospital because of it then it does not matter whether you are type 2, or on medication. </p><p>Read the medication instructions to see it's side affects and if it affects driving. Ask your doctor and pharmacist. Many people drive on different medications for different illnesses. It is only when you have had serious treatment, i.e. hospitalized, that you must inform them and may be put on a limited driving license. For example, every 3 years with consultation of your doctor, until given the all clear.</p><p></p><p>Remember to take your testing meter when you drive.This is a requirement by law, so you can test if you feel ill and rest if necessary.</p><p></p><p>Stock up on some medication (water to help swallow meds), glucose tablets or jelly babies to boost low glucose levels (to avoid hypo's) for long journey's. Pack a small lunch or low carb snacks if necessary, as petrol station food is just junk and will spike your levels.</p><p></p><p>As everybody has mentioned, the law stipulates you cannot discriminate against the disease, this applies to the DVLA and nor can the insurance company. If the DVLA don't see it as a problem nether can they. </p><p></p><p>I would say the police officer is wrong, they don't know everything and obviously not versed in diabetes. Take all the necessary precautions and inform the right people.</p><p></p><p>If it puts your mind at rest, check your levels before you drive.</p><p></p><p>Seek another insurance company.</p><p></p><p>Take care.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Wilki.356, post: 976149, member: 220007"] I hope you have done it by now, but you must inform the DVLA of your condition. It is then noted on the system. As long as you haven't had a Hypo and never been to hospital because of it then it does not matter whether you are type 2, or on medication. Read the medication instructions to see it's side affects and if it affects driving. Ask your doctor and pharmacist. Many people drive on different medications for different illnesses. It is only when you have had serious treatment, i.e. hospitalized, that you must inform them and may be put on a limited driving license. For example, every 3 years with consultation of your doctor, until given the all clear. Remember to take your testing meter when you drive.This is a requirement by law, so you can test if you feel ill and rest if necessary. Stock up on some medication (water to help swallow meds), glucose tablets or jelly babies to boost low glucose levels (to avoid hypo's) for long journey's. Pack a small lunch or low carb snacks if necessary, as petrol station food is just junk and will spike your levels. As everybody has mentioned, the law stipulates you cannot discriminate against the disease, this applies to the DVLA and nor can the insurance company. If the DVLA don't see it as a problem nether can they. I would say the police officer is wrong, they don't know everything and obviously not versed in diabetes. Take all the necessary precautions and inform the right people. If it puts your mind at rest, check your levels before you drive. Seek another insurance company. Take care. [/QUOTE]
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