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I am Rene Droomer, a postgraduate student at the University of Derby and a fellow person with diabetes. I am undertaking research in Diabetes distress. stigma and self care. 1. If you are 18 years or older, 2. are resident in the UK and 3. have a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, I hope you will...
As a type 1 diabetic I have found pregnancy exciting and nerve-wracking, in pretty much equal measure. What has surprised me most though, is just how little has been written about the experiences of type 1 diabetic pregnant women - what you might expect to see, and some of the tips and tricks...
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My name is Llinos. I live in Wales and I'm type 1 diabetic and was diagnosed in 2012 when I was 15 years old. I am a student studying health and social care with sociology and i'm a keen rugby and netball player. I am on a low-carb diet and I'm currently using Apidra solostar and Lantus...
Hello. I was diagnosed last week while on holiday in Portugal with type 1 diabetes. I have only just arrived back and because of the language barrier I am still very clueless as to what I can eat, what units mean what and, basically everything. The doctors and helplines are closed today as it is...
My father is T2 diabetic, diagnosed 16 years ago. He is 63 and I am 36. Over time his condition has progressed and he is now on insulin injections and has circulation issues in his feet. With this being the case I find it incredibly frustrating that he behaves as though he doesn't have the...