Diabetes type 2 newby

[Wirrallass]

That's a relief Pam, at least you won't starve between meals for a while
No doubt other folk will read your thread and offer more nibbles suggestions. Oh and its best to drink lots of water too throughout the day & evening.
WL

 

[Bubbsie]

Hi thanks for reply,will come back on here and post if I can't have meter,of if in fact I get given one x

Hi PJ...I did fund my own meter for nine months before finally being given one by my GP...I now also have my testing strips on prescription...if the initial answer is no...you can challenge this...however...that can take a little while...in the meantime if you are able to fund it...I would suggest buying a meter...even if given one by your GP it is wise to have a spare...as @Ditto says the SD Codefree is likely the best one for you...reasonably priced...easy to use...and the testing strip are the cheapest I know of...available from amazon...the initial kit is around £12...but only has a sample of strips/lancets...so wise to buy those too...it really is such a simple process...easy...just follow the instructions.

 

[Pamjanet]

That's a relief Pam, at least you won't starve between meals for a while
No doubt other folk will read your thread and offer more nibbles suggestions. Oh and its best to drink lots of water too throughout the day & evening.
WL[/QUO. I drink lots of water all day and evening,thanks, xxx

 

[Pamjanet]

Hi PJ...I did fund my own meter for nine months before finally being given one by my GP...I now also have my testing strips on prescription...if the initial answer is no...you can challenge this...however...that can take a little while...in the meantime if you are able to fund it...I would suggest buying a meter...even if given one by your GP it is wise to have a spare...as @Ditto says the SD Codefree is likely the best one for you...reasonably priced...easy to use...and the testing strip are the cheapest I know of...available from amazon...the initial kit is around £12...but only has a sample of strips/lancets...so wise to buy those too...it really is such a simple process...easy...just follow the instructions.

I will write that down about the code free meter thanks bubbsie.

 

[Ljc]

Hi. Have a read of Test review adjust
http://loraldiabetes.blogspot.co.uk/2006/10/test-review-adjust.html
And
Painless pricks both by Alan S
http://loraldiabetes.blogspot.co.uk/search?q=Painless+pricks
For future reference you'll find these and a load others on the pinned thread called 'Useful links for people new to diabetes' at the top of the newbies say hello here forum.

 

[james44]

welcome pamjanet , was lucky to get a meter 1st visit to my nurse . they told me they had caught it late and my 1st reading was 25 , been able to get it down to 7/8 most days with meds . my biggest problem is exercise as i keep going under 4 and getting hypo's whenever i do to much . i even forget to eat some afternoons as food in the day doesn't really happen with me . i'm learning i have to eat even when i'm not hungry as i find myself getting wobbly , this is fine when i'm at home so when i'm out i carry a small bottle of coke and a sandwich , it's early days for me and i'm going away on 8th june with 20 blokes to spain , this is a bit of a worry as its 1st time abroad diabetic . i've noticed i've put weight on with my lack of activity , how is this for others? , anyway keep learning and stay positive

 

[Pamjanet]

Hi James wow reading of 25!
Glad you've got it right down now.
I'm the same with not eating regular meals but mine is because I am so tired
Most days my hubby has to drag me out of bed,I've never been so lethargic.
So if I am left I will not get up till 12 as I am not even hungry.
I'm hoping my change in diet will improve my sleeping pattern.
Sometimes I feel sick and shaky, why is this? Is it high blood sugar or low blood sugar? I am confused.
And what to eat when I feel like this? Sorry for all the questions .