hh1
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- Type of diabetes
- Type 1
- Treatment type
- Insulin
Libre are currently offering a two week trial free; would you qualify for that? They may say no to a previous user though if you explained why you stopped they may be willing to offer you a freebie.@Marie 2
I used to be obsessed with the numbers, mainly it was the period just after diagnosis. After approx 2 years I got the Libre and it was so easy. Used it for about 18months until the rashes started then went back to finger pricking but not with the same enthusiasm as when I started out.
Even before lockdowns I had already reached a point where I was only testing when I needed to drive. Now without driving, testing seems to be such a chore.
I've read on other forums that the Libre adhesive has changed, so I'm thinking of trying it again. But it's a lot of money to spend if I just break out in rashes again.
I also tested a lot when first diagnosed, though never less than 4 times a day and often much more. I know you said you were down to testing once a day before lockdowns though I wonder if your reluctance is reinforced by the weird times we're living in, or just burnout? Glad your lack of testing doesn't seem to have done much harm, but please be careful in the long run....
@Marie 2 I'm a Libre user and I check each morning against my meter. If the Libre's in agreement, I don't finger prick for the rest of the day unless I'm hypo or it just feels wrong.