Tell your doctor they are far too inconsistent for anyone who needs to test their BG as much as you do - rub it in with a very firm heel of the biggest pair of boots you can find.
Have fun!
Ask him for a Roche Fastclix bodger and lancet cassettes instead., because your friends at D UK all say it's the kindest and most suitable for a multi use patient.
That'll make him sit up and take heed!