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Jun 17, 2013

Louise93 2 posts

Topic: General Discussion / infections

Hi , I've been getting constant urine infections since feb Sad

not fun .. anyone else experienced this ? x

Jun 17, 2013

Anele46 108 posts

Topic: Questions ? / DAFNE Refresher Required

Hi there,
Could your DSN or GP not assist? I have my yearly DAFNE meet up at the Southern General Hospital in Glasgow and that's where I attend if there are any concerns. My DSN is based there too. I'd contact you GP or DSN and ask for assistance or if they can refer you for a DAFNE catch up at your local hospital.

Good luck Smile

Cheers,
Anele.

Jun 17, 2013

Anele46 108 posts

Topic: General Discussion / My BG (Trending) Diary - All Comments Welcomed

whiskysmum said:
Hi Anele,
- Re your BI & buttocks - do you manage to get right round to the back for injecting into the buttocks or just sort of at the side of the buttocks?
- Re QA - that sounds like a really good idea of injecting into thighs for brekkie & dinner then stomach for lunch.
- For any corrections before bed or any snacks I presume this is your QA?
- just a refresher for me re changing injection sites would you do this all in one go or gradually?

I completed an X-Pert insulin course just a few weeks back which was very similar to things done on a DAFNE course but sometimes it's good to have a refresher from someone.

Many thanks
Gill

Hi Gill,
Sorry for not replying sooner, my baby keeps me busy at the weekend Smile

For my BI I just reach round as far as is comfortable.
Yeah sorry, my corrections or snacks is for my QA.
I would recommend doing it gradually as you may find that your QA works a lot quicker so maybe try just one new site at a time for one meal maybe to let you see a few days worth in case there's a change to your BG as a result.

Hope this helps Very Happy

Cheers,
Anele.

Jun 17, 2013

Anele46 108 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites

QA - Brekkie - Left Thigh
- Lunch - Stomach
- Dinner - Right Thigh
- Corrections if needed before bed - Stomach
BI - Buttocks

I alternate the injections in my thighs so not using the same one every day.

Cheers,
Anele.

Jun 17, 2013

ljwhite1983 5 posts

Topic: Questions ? / DAFNE Refresher Required

Hi all

I completed the DAFNE course about 9 years ago and I feel I could be doing with a refresher.

Does anyone know where I could find out where and when DAFNE refresher courses are?

Thank you

Jun 15, 2013

Garry 328 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites

For me normally:
Breakfast - BI left thigh QA left arm
Lunch - QA left stomach
Dinner - BI right thigh QA right stomach
Regards
Garry

Jun 15, 2013

Garry 328 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Buttocks Injections

Just where you can reach. Sides are fine. Try swopping sites around as much as possible.
Regards
Garry

Jun 15, 2013

meltow 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites

4 jabs/day
1st - right thigh
2nd - left thigh
3rd - left tummy
4th - right tummy
Been following this for the last 13 years Wink

Jun 15, 2013

mum2westiesGill 502 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Buttocks Injections

Do buttcok injections have to be done at the back or can they be done in the side?

Jun 15, 2013

mum2westiesGill 502 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites

When and how often do you change your injection sites?

Jun 15, 2013

Stew B 123 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Lantus Prefilled Pen

I switched to the pre-filled Lantus Solostar a couple of years ago after a disaster when I was away from home and my normal pen exploded into its component parts! I had taken spare Lantus cartridges but not a spare pen... I've had no problems with the Solostar, but I do put in a repeat prescription request when I get down to two pens, and always take at least one spare with me when I'm away from home.

Stew

Jun 14, 2013

marke 655 posts

Topic: General Discussion / NHS Medication Changes: Are you affected?

Hi I might try speaking to my PALS people, if they can't comment on the CCG then why do they still exist ? What is the point of an advice service that doesn't give advice ?

Jun 14, 2013

Vickyp 135 posts

Topic: Questions ? / High Bloods

One thing I remember is that after a hypo not to correct at next meal/test; BGs will be high but that's due to the extra cps to treat hypo so should not correct.

Jun 13, 2013

mike_skinner 8 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Carbohydrates and Protein

I've knocked a lot of carbs off the menu for a couple of weeks - novo rapid intake has dropped significantly, still testing as normal, insulatard intake remains the same. Basically eating salads, veg, fruit, dried fruit, nuts, eggs, cheese and chicken or fish. I think the novo rapid is way too fast for this and that my BG insulatard is mopping up. If I have a lot of fruit then a unit or two of novo rapid sorts it.

Jun 13, 2013

Garry 328 posts

Topic: Questions ? / High Bloods

Welcome to the forum ljwhite1983. Smile

See your diary fine.
As a graduate Laura, I hope you have found that all of the handbook information is available to you on the website.
To help, the forum members need an indication as to your insulin types. You will then get help from those that use your insulins.
Regards
Garry

Jun 13, 2013

ljwhite1983 5 posts

Topic: Questions ? / High Bloods

Hi there

Hope you can see my diary, if not let me know.

It been a while since I properly tracked my BG and CP's etc but have been doing so for the past month.

I no longer have any of my DAFNE material so glad I found this website.

If I have high blood readings all day even with corrections would you adjust the ratio or BI?

Thanks
Laura

Jun 13, 2013

Vickyp 135 posts

Topic: Questions ? / insulin pump

Currently having to alter basal rates every few days asI appear to have become even more sensitive than before, but at least it can be easily adapted compared to injections. In general control is already better than before...wish I had been put on pump at start now. My pod is now known as my new best friend! Very Happy

Jun 13, 2013

novorapidboi26 1,818 posts

Topic: Questions ? / insulin pump

It is the same in Lanarkshire.........

and so i have a pump, the paradigm veo..............would love an omnipod though..........

Jun 13, 2013

novorapidboi26 1,818 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Carbohydrates and Protein

that's my understanding of protein also, and it makes sense................qa insulin are just too fast.............

but ppl do back up counting their protein......

Jun 13, 2013

JamesW 24 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Carbohydrates and Protein

I have also found mention of counting protein when calculating the overall content of a meal. This source comes from "Your diabetes science experiment" by Ginger Vieira and states that you should count the entire protein value over 20g which is then divided by two.

To take the 60g protein amount used earlier, with Ginger's formula it would be a case of (60 - 20)/2 = 20g of equivalent carbohydrate.

At a recent DAFNE group meeting I asked about this approach and was told not to bother counting protein on account of the time it takes to get converted. I haven't delved any further in to this but I am mindful of it if thinking of just eating chicken, for example, as part of a carb-free meal.

Not sure this actually helps but it perhaps adds additional perspective.

Jun 13, 2013

mum2westiesGill 502 posts

Topic: General Discussion / My BG (Trending) Diary - All Comments Welcomed

Hi Anele,
- Re your BI & buttocks - do you manage to get right round to the back for injecting into the buttocks or just sort of at the side of the buttocks?
- Re QA - that sounds like a really good idea of injecting into thighs for brekkie & dinner then stomach for lunch.
- For any corrections before bed or any snacks I presume this is your QA?
- just a refresher for me re changing injection sites would you do this all in one go or gradually?

I completed an X-Pert insulin course just a few weeks back which was very similar to things done on a DAFNE course but sometimes it's good to have a refresher from someone.

Many thanks
Gill Smile


Jun 17, 2013 Louise93 2 posts	Topic: General Discussion / infections Hi , I've been getting constant urine infections since feb not fun .. anyone else experienced this ? x

Jun 17, 2013 Anele46 108 posts	Topic: Questions ? / DAFNE Refresher Required Hi there, Could your DSN or GP not assist? I have my yearly DAFNE meet up at the Southern General Hospital in Glasgow and that's where I attend if there are any concerns. My DSN is based there too. I'd contact you GP or DSN and ask for assistance or if they can refer you for a DAFNE catch up at your local hospital. Good luck Cheers, Anele.

Jun 17, 2013 Anele46 108 posts	Topic: General Discussion / My BG (Trending) Diary - All Comments Welcomed whiskysmum said: Hi Anele, - Re your BI & buttocks - do you manage to get right round to the back for injecting into the buttocks or just sort of at the side of the buttocks? - Re QA - that sounds like a really good idea of injecting into thighs for brekkie & dinner then stomach for lunch. - For any corrections before bed or any snacks I presume this is your QA? - just a refresher for me re changing injection sites would you do this all in one go or gradually? I completed an X-Pert insulin course just a few weeks back which was very similar to things done on a DAFNE course but sometimes it's good to have a refresher from someone. Many thanks Gill Hi Gill, Sorry for not replying sooner, my baby keeps me busy at the weekend For my BI I just reach round as far as is comfortable. Yeah sorry, my corrections or snacks is for my QA. I would recommend doing it gradually as you may find that your QA works a lot quicker so maybe try just one new site at a time for one meal maybe to let you see a few days worth in case there's a change to your BG as a result. Hope this helps Cheers, Anele.

Jun 17, 2013 Anele46 108 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites QA - Brekkie - Left Thigh - Lunch - Stomach - Dinner - Right Thigh - Corrections if needed before bed - Stomach BI - Buttocks I alternate the injections in my thighs so not using the same one every day. Cheers, Anele.

Jun 17, 2013 ljwhite1983 5 posts	Topic: Questions ? / DAFNE Refresher Required Hi all I completed the DAFNE course about 9 years ago and I feel I could be doing with a refresher. Does anyone know where I could find out where and when DAFNE refresher courses are? Thank you

Jun 15, 2013 Garry 328 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites For me normally: Breakfast - BI left thigh QA left arm Lunch - QA left stomach Dinner - BI right thigh QA right stomach Regards Garry

Jun 15, 2013 Garry 328 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Buttocks Injections Just where you can reach. Sides are fine. Try swopping sites around as much as possible. Regards Garry

Jun 15, 2013 meltow 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites 4 jabs/day 1st - right thigh 2nd - left thigh 3rd - left tummy 4th - right tummy Been following this for the last 13 years

Jun 15, 2013 mum2westiesGill 502 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Buttocks Injections Do buttcok injections have to be done at the back or can they be done in the side?

Jun 15, 2013 mum2westiesGill 502 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Changing Injection sites When and how often do you change your injection sites?

Jun 15, 2013 Stew B 123 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Lantus Prefilled Pen I switched to the pre-filled Lantus Solostar a couple of years ago after a disaster when I was away from home and my normal pen exploded into its component parts! I had taken spare Lantus cartridges but not a spare pen... I've had no problems with the Solostar, but I do put in a repeat prescription request when I get down to two pens, and always take at least one spare with me when I'm away from home. Stew

Jun 14, 2013 marke 655 posts	Topic: General Discussion / NHS Medication Changes: Are you affected? Hi I might try speaking to my PALS people, if they can't comment on the CCG then why do they still exist ? What is the point of an advice service that doesn't give advice ?

Jun 14, 2013 Vickyp 135 posts	Topic: Questions ? / High Bloods One thing I remember is that after a hypo not to correct at next meal/test; BGs will be high but that's due to the extra cps to treat hypo so should not correct.

Jun 13, 2013 mike_skinner 8 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Carbohydrates and Protein I've knocked a lot of carbs off the menu for a couple of weeks - novo rapid intake has dropped significantly, still testing as normal, insulatard intake remains the same. Basically eating salads, veg, fruit, dried fruit, nuts, eggs, cheese and chicken or fish. I think the novo rapid is way too fast for this and that my BG insulatard is mopping up. If I have a lot of fruit then a unit or two of novo rapid sorts it.

Jun 13, 2013 Garry 328 posts	Topic: Questions ? / High Bloods Welcome to the forum ljwhite1983. See your diary fine. As a graduate Laura, I hope you have found that all of the handbook information is available to you on the website. To help, the forum members need an indication as to your insulin types. You will then get help from those that use your insulins. Regards Garry

Jun 13, 2013 ljwhite1983 5 posts	Topic: Questions ? / High Bloods Hi there Hope you can see my diary, if not let me know. It been a while since I properly tracked my BG and CP's etc but have been doing so for the past month. I no longer have any of my DAFNE material so glad I found this website. If I have high blood readings all day even with corrections would you adjust the ratio or BI? Thanks Laura

Jun 13, 2013 Vickyp 135 posts	Topic: Questions ? / insulin pump Currently having to alter basal rates every few days asI appear to have become even more sensitive than before, but at least it can be easily adapted compared to injections. In general control is already better than before...wish I had been put on pump at start now. My pod is now known as my new best friend!

Jun 13, 2013 novorapidboi26 1,818 posts	Topic: Questions ? / insulin pump It is the same in Lanarkshire......... and so i have a pump, the paradigm veo..............would love an omnipod though..........

Jun 13, 2013 novorapidboi26 1,818 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Carbohydrates and Protein that's my understanding of protein also, and it makes sense................qa insulin are just too fast............. but ppl do back up counting their protein......

Jun 13, 2013 JamesW 24 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Carbohydrates and Protein I have also found mention of counting protein when calculating the overall content of a meal. This source comes from "Your diabetes science experiment" by Ginger Vieira and states that you should count the entire protein value over 20g which is then divided by two. To take the 60g protein amount used earlier, with Ginger's formula it would be a case of (60 - 20)/2 = 20g of equivalent carbohydrate. At a recent DAFNE group meeting I asked about this approach and was told not to bother counting protein on account of the time it takes to get converted. I haven't delved any further in to this but I am mindful of it if thinking of just eating chicken, for example, as part of a carb-free meal. Not sure this actually helps but it perhaps adds additional perspective.

Jun 13, 2013 mum2westiesGill 502 posts	Topic: General Discussion / My BG (Trending) Diary - All Comments Welcomed Hi Anele, - Re your BI & buttocks - do you manage to get right round to the back for injecting into the buttocks or just sort of at the side of the buttocks? - Re QA - that sounds like a really good idea of injecting into thighs for brekkie & dinner then stomach for lunch. - For any corrections before bed or any snacks I presume this is your QA? - just a refresher for me re changing injection sites would you do this all in one go or gradually? I completed an X-Pert insulin course just a few weeks back which was very similar to things done on a DAFNE course but sometimes it's good to have a refresher from someone. Many thanks Gill