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Using Testing Kits!
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Bubbsie
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Hi Hev62...I do test my blood sugars regularly...initially I was advised by my GP there was no need to test my blood...that I could rely on the quarterly HbA1c test to see how I was managing my diabetes...after joining the forum I was advised that testing my blood was one of the best ways I could see how what I ate was affecting my BG levels...that really was one of the best pieces of advice I have been given here...I test first thing on waking...then before meals...then two hours after...I would recommend reading Gretchen Becker's book 'Type 2 Diabetes The First Year'...she explains in detail the need for testing...how to test...the relevance of it...the book is very easy to read...answers many of the questions those newly diagnosed will have...and more...it has to be the choice of individual members whether to test or not...however...I would say testing my blood regularly has been essential to my management/control of my diabetes...it demonstrates how what I am eating/my activity affects my blood sugar...what may be suitable for one type 2...may not suit another...all about experimenting...its not complicated...testing is a quick...simple process...for me it's become a matter of routine now...good luck...keep us updated...sadly many of us are let down by our health care teams on this (and other) issues of diabetes control...fortunately you can always come here...ask for advice & support any time you need to...good luck...keep us updated.
Ljc
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- Type 1.5 LADA
Hi Hev. At one time it was the norm to provide T2 s a meter and test strips , so we could see for ourselves how various foods affected us. Sadly it's not the case now.
Do ask your gp for one though I strongly suspect you'll be told a variety of things inc , it's not necessary, the Hb1ac is all that's needed, it hurts (it doesn't) If you want to test and your told 'no', whilst your Incolved in persuading them to provide a meter and enough test strips, the cheapest meter we know to self fund the ongoing cost of the testing strips around £7 for 50, is the SD Codefree meter available from Amazon or directly from Homehealth
We use the mmol/l measurement in the uk, your entitled to claim VAT relief.
Sorry I can't remember what diabetic meds if any you are on, if your on meds that can cause hypo's they have to provide you a meter and enough strips, Metformin doesn't cause hypo's.
Do ask your gp for one though I strongly suspect you'll be told a variety of things inc , it's not necessary, the Hb1ac is all that's needed, it hurts (it doesn't) If you want to test and your told 'no', whilst your Incolved in persuading them to provide a meter and enough test strips, the cheapest meter we know to self fund the ongoing cost of the testing strips around £7 for 50, is the SD Codefree meter available from Amazon or directly from Homehealth
We use the mmol/l measurement in the uk, your entitled to claim VAT relief.
Sorry I can't remember what diabetic meds if any you are on, if your on meds that can cause hypo's they have to provide you a meter and enough strips, Metformin doesn't cause hypo's.
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Ljc
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oops meant to say, have a read of ' Test review adjust by Alan s
http://loraldiabetes.blogspot.co.uk/2006/10/test-review-adjust.html
When you have a chance , do have a read of his blog.
For future reference you will find this and more in the pinned section (top) of the newbies say hello here forum, the thread is called , Useful links for people new to diabetes.
http://loraldiabetes.blogspot.co.uk/2006/10/test-review-adjust.html
When you have a chance , do have a read of his blog.
For future reference you will find this and more in the pinned section (top) of the newbies say hello here forum, the thread is called , Useful links for people new to diabetes.
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