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Jun 19, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists!

Personally... I like logos 2, 6, & 8.

I wanted to include the message of "Freedom" to eat what you want, but didn't know exactly where to put it or how to fit it in. How about for Logo 4... "Freedom to Eat what you like"..?

Any idea's, comments or suggestion's will be appreciated!!

--EDIT--
Here's some ideas for a iPhone App Icon I whipped up, just a rough idea:

iPhone Logo's

(P.S: I'll work on the resolution quality, to make sure its optimized for the iPhone)

-- Another Edit --
Added a "Web 2.0 look" (Glossy)

Getting Tired! I'll call it a night for today.. Let us know your thoughts!

Things to do for tomorrow... (For my reference only)
- Include a Pattern within the logo to make it more friendly on the eye
- Perhaps include a pattern for iPhone? (Test)
- Include a pattern in the DAFNE text for the Logo.
- Change the Orange colour to a slightly darker colour to keep in line with DAFNE Online. (#ee8043) / Web Colour (#ff9933)
- Add "Online" to the logo to change to "DAFNE Online"
- Make a new favicon for the site.
- await for responses and suggestions!!

Thanks!
Anil! Very Happy

Jun 19, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists!

Well... I'm not an artist, but I do enjoy creating images for the Web. So here you go!...

Here are 8 Logo's I created, They have small variations between them, Let us know what you like (and Don't like) and I can edit them accordingly!

OR... post a rough idea of what you would like, and I'll do my best to create it!...

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Logo 1

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Logo 2

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Logo 3

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Logo 4

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Logo 5

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Logo 6

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Logo 7

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Logo 8

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Thanks!
Anil

Jun 19, 2010

laur2702 1 post

Topic: General Discussion / Dawn Phenomonon

Hi,

I am the same, can have normal blood sugar eg 5 at 7am and 10 or more by 8am. I test as soon as I get up and if blood sugar within normal range I take 2 units (I am on humalog), if slightly high do the required correction. Then do normal ratio come breakfast time and this seems to have been working for the last while. For me the key seems to be getting some insulin into my system early.

I have only suffered the effects of dawn phenomenon since DAFNE as previously I had a lantus dose that was too big and always had a bedtime snack with no insulin.

Have been told a pump would help but I'm not keen!

Jun 19, 2010

Simon 578 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists!

Hi again, here's an idea we've had from Mossitizer - let us know your thoughts!

Jun 18, 2010

Simon 578 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists!

As Mark and I are IT people, we are pretty artistically challenged, so need your help to design a new logo for DAFNE Online. The logo should be in keeping with DAFNE themes, and will appear in the upcoming DAFNE Online iPhone app as well as the site.

If you do have an idea in mind then share it with us here, or email [email protected] - you help is much appreciated!

Simon

Jun 18, 2010

Emma OToole 4 posts

Topic: General Discussion / chocoholic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

hi Jayne!

Nope I'm with you as a chocoholic!! I assure you. Before I started DAFNE I would eat a lot of chocolate if I was Hypo. This happen quite a lot and I gained a lot of weight. But that didn't stop me. Now that I have completed DAFNE I know I can still have my chocolate without the hypo and still be happy and not gain weight as I now exercise quite a lot now that I did years ago.

Jun 18, 2010

Emma OToole 4 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Parsnips

I had this discussion with my dietician in Dublin. I find it very hard to gauge how much parsnips are on CP scale. Looking at some packaging from Tesco, on some ready made meals (I don't normally eat these only just for research purposes), parsnips would be as heavily laden in CP's as potatoes. Everyone is different and it does depend on the fat content with the rest of your meal with regards to carb absorption.

At the beginning I did notice a massive increase in my levels. I then lowered the portion size and slightly increased my insulin. Just for parsnips alone on a roughly 2 dessert spoons I'd calculate 2CP. They is just by eye balling the food and my how my levels don't soar afterwards

Jun 17, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New

Hi!,

Tips for AFTER DAFNE

1. Practice It DAILY until it becomes a habit, It may seem daunting, but Its very easy, and will help for the REST OF YOUR LIFE, it is a SKILL FOR LIFE, and like all skills, Practice = Perfection.

2. Review your progress weekly when your free, (Sitting in front of the TV or something, bring your DAFNE BG book out and see what happened and when, Did you go out?, Did you do exercise? etc)

3. If you have any questions or problems.... Post them on this Forum! The best people to ask are US, We all have gained experience through practice. If your ever worried about something... JUST ASK!!

4. EXERCISE!!!... I know this isn't a "Tip", But its really important for us to exercise regularly, This will help with blood circulation (which improves nerve growth & repair, and reduce nerve damage) and generally help to prevent any long term complications.

5. Treat yourself every now and again for excellent BG control, This helps reinforce what you've learned and practiced and will also motivate you (Sub-conciously even) to make it into a habit.

6. Practice by eating different types of meals, Eating out and such. Remember you should be able to recall this from the top of your head (When out in restaurants and stuff).

7. And last one... Practice, Practice, PRACTICE!!... <--- This is very important, (I know I said it already!, But its THAT important) don't under-estimate it, take the time to know what your doing and review it every so often (Make changes were necessary)

Anyone else, feel free to share your own!

Jun 17, 2010

kerryn bown 2 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New

Hi all, I just signed up today, I just finished my DAFNE course in June, at Sellyoak hospital with Lesley and Sam, the course was really helpful and I am already seeing improvements in my morning and lunchtime glucose readiings, it is taking time but it certainly is a huge help after being diagnosed about 15 years ago!! Like many others I have been livining in the dark ages with this and having set doses of insulin that you have to eat up to, so even when you weren't hungary - you had to eat!!! I am so pleased I can now eat what I like even a salad and not have to worry about whether or not it is going to make me hypo!!
Thanks ever so much to Lesley and Sam they do a fab job!!

Kerryn

Jun 17, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Am i counting carbs right

Pasta is almost all carbs, so that could be right, When I have a standard plate of pasta I'm taking over 10 easy on 1:1.
I would have never done this before DAFNE, but its working great now!!... I also never used to take any units for milk in the past, but after DAFNE always 1 unit per 200ml of milk, (Which I have with almost every meal)

After a large meal (Whatever it is generally)... I take between 10-20 units depending what I eat. All my ratios are currently 1:1, so 1.5:1 could take you over 20 with a large meal.
Garlic bread is very carb intensive (Bread) so that could be right.

Best thing is to take the insulin, see how you feel after 2 hours or so, if you feel "low" or like your having a Hypo, then you probably took to much, Write it down in your diary and keep it in mind next time you eat, Its all about trial and error! Were all different!

Jun 17, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New

Wow I've never need the Glucogen shot!.. I hope I never will, DAFNE should help immeasurably with this, I also have a few night time hypo's. But now I just keep a can of Normal Coke next to my bed along with some sweets and Hypostop, I tend to wake up in the night if I have a hypo, (Sweats, shakey, hungry)... So I can treat ASAP.
Anyways.. Welcome!..

Jun 17, 2010

Emma OToole 4 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New

Hi Everyone,

I signed up to DAFNE online today. I completed the DAFNE course in Dublin about 2 years ago. I've had Type 1 since I was 14 years of age. OMG 20 years ago!! Wow! I all of a sudden feel old Smile

Sorry I digressed for a minute. I love the freedom the DAFNE course taught me with my dosage, foods, handling of illness, stress, exercise, everything!

Before I started DAFNE I was having very bad hypo's during the night. So much so I need the glucose injection and to be hospitalised. They have since stopped since I completed DAFNE. My quality of life has improved for me and my family Smile

Jun 17, 2010

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Am i counting carbs right

I have found myself having a big plate of pasta, like a good size, some garlic bread and I have been well over twenty units.

And with my ratio of 1.5:1, you do the maths......

Jun 16, 2010

marke 686 posts

Topic: DAFNE Graduate Group (DGG) / fourth meeting

All, you can find the minutes of the 4th DUAG meeting here . There is also an executive summary here . Apologies for the delay posting them, this is partly due to them not being released and partly due to me being on holiday !

Jun 16, 2010

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Rising morning BG knowing the 'Dawn' Phenomenon is not present

I was on Levemir twice a day, and it worked to some extent, its just was not lasting long enough, and increasing the doses was not really an option as I wanted to drive my intake down from what is was before dafne.

Everything is working as it should for now, but what I do believe is that could change throughout my life as lifestyles change and my body

Jun 16, 2010

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: General Discussion / chocoholic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I agree totally, I was just emphasising the dafne mission statement if you like, which is to eat like non diabetics, but not everyone eats well.

That rule apllies to everyone.................

Jun 16, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: General Discussion / stress

Hi, Melissa,
I know its a bit late, but just in case anyone else has had issue's like this.

Yes, Stress is primarily down to excess cortisol production in the body, this can happen at times of emotional (and sometimes physical) stress.
Cortisol is also known as the "Stress" hormone in the body.
Cortisol counteracts the affect of insulin, so you may find you need more insulin to bring your sugars down more then normal for a short time (While your stressed).

I have also had previous experience of this, I have suffered from work related stress and found it does increase your BG levels (Because insulin doesn't work as well, and you need more of it)

After a few nights of sleep, you'll find you feel a bit better, stress affects all of us all the time, but when we go to sleep, our brain does amazing things to help filter out negative thoughts and emotions and keep us "Sane". You may find that when under stress after a good nights sleep, you tend to look at it in a different light, (Maybe it isn't so bad after all?) thus alleviating the symptoms, stress & excess cortisol in the body associated with it.

I hope you resolve your issue's soon, and if you still find yourself with high BG levels, consider (Temporarily) adjusting your Ratio's until their back to normal and you feel better!

Although it may not seem like it, Exercise is a great way to relive stress. (Exercise release endorphins into your body creating a "Slight Natural High", This is a great way to alleviate stress and feel good about your future and outlook).

Hope this helps!... and.. Keep smiling Very Happy

Jun 16, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Anyone else having problems obtaining BG Test strips from their GP?

Hi guys,
I spoke to my DAFNE instructors today, and were really helpful, they said they would look into it and speak to my GP about increasing my Test Strips.
Hopefully this will help, otherwise they informed me to file a official complaint, I was trying to avoid this, but it may be the only way to move forward.
Anyway, If anyone else is having this problem, see if you DAFNE instructors can help, otherwise file a official complaint, (Ask your GP for the necessary forms and/or telephone number(s))
By the looks of it, this is only a problem with MY GP, due to the fact nobody else has had any problems like this across the country.

Thanks for the Fantastic Response!! (Everyone!)

Jun 16, 2010

Rachie Wilson 9 posts

Topic: General Discussion / I want an insulin pump

I agree with both Anil and Novorapidboi26 regarding pumps been used when you can't get control.

I went on DAFNE course in Jan this year and my HBAC1 before this were all in the 8's, this is why I got sent on the course and it has now come down to 6.6 (my last one in March). Which show that I can control it and i still only do around 4 injection a day. I would like to try a pump but I know there are worse people out there with less control I than I have got and really I live a normal life. There is people with diabetes that really need the pumps and can't get one and they are ill all the time due to not having control.

If i got offered one now, I would turn it down as I lead a normal life and someone out there would benifit from it much more than I would.

Jun 16, 2010

Simon Heller 46 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Rising morning BG knowing the 'Dawn' Phenomenon is not present

This is one of the problems that sometimes can be fixed by replacing Humulin I by long acting insulin analogues such as Levemir or glargine. more long acting and less likely to cause hypoglycaemia in the middle of the night. Usually need to be given twice daily though just like Humulin I or Insulatard. Simon

Jun 16, 2010

Anil 39 posts

Topic: General Discussion / chocoholic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Although theirs some truth in that, We still have to watch our diet, eating chocolate each and every day will affect us more then a normal person, especially with the long term complications side.
Indulging in a few chocolates now and again (even often is fine) but dont go overboard.

Yes, DAFNE is all about normal eating, but we still have to make changes to our diet, We dont go around drinking normal coke do we? and other normal drinks to?

Make sure you take the correct insulin, but sugar (even in a normal person) will deteriorate our eyes over the long term, so its not good to over do it, and especially because were diabetic, we need to be even more vigilant with our control.

Eating chocolate is fine, but dont over do it, (Its not good even for a normal person, Its even worse for us), Match the insulin. AND DO SOME EXERCISE once a week. <--- Very important to increase your bodies blood circulation and keep nerves & vessels in your body and eyes healthy.


Jun 19, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists! Personally... I like logos 2, 6, & 8. I wanted to include the message of "Freedom" to eat what you want, but didn't know exactly where to put it or how to fit it in. How about for Logo 4... "Freedom to Eat what you like"..? Any idea's, comments or suggestion's will be appreciated!! --EDIT-- Here's some ideas for a iPhone App Icon I whipped up, just a rough idea: iPhone Logo's (P.S: I'll work on the resolution quality, to make sure its optimized for the iPhone) -- Another Edit -- Added a "Web 2.0 look" (Glossy) Getting Tired! I'll call it a night for today.. Let us know your thoughts! Things to do for tomorrow... (For my reference only) - Include a Pattern within the logo to make it more friendly on the eye - Perhaps include a pattern for iPhone? (Test) - Include a pattern in the DAFNE text for the Logo. - Change the Orange colour to a slightly darker colour to keep in line with DAFNE Online. (#ee8043) / Web Colour (#ff9933) - Add "Online" to the logo to change to "DAFNE Online" - Make a new favicon for the site. - await for responses and suggestions!! Thanks! Anil!

Jun 19, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists! Well... I'm not an artist, but I do enjoy creating images for the Web. So here you go!... Here are 8 Logo's I created, They have small variations between them, Let us know what you like (and Don't like) and I can edit them accordingly! OR... post a rough idea of what you would like, and I'll do my best to create it!... ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 1 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 2 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 3 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 4 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 5 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 6 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 7 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Logo 8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks! Anil

Jun 19, 2010 laur2702 1 post	Topic: General Discussion / Dawn Phenomonon Hi, I am the same, can have normal blood sugar eg 5 at 7am and 10 or more by 8am. I test as soon as I get up and if blood sugar within normal range I take 2 units (I am on humalog), if slightly high do the required correction. Then do normal ratio come breakfast time and this seems to have been working for the last while. For me the key seems to be getting some insulin into my system early. I have only suffered the effects of dawn phenomenon since DAFNE as previously I had a lantus dose that was too big and always had a bedtime snack with no insulin. Have been told a pump would help but I'm not keen!

Jun 19, 2010 Simon 578 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists! Hi again, here's an idea we've had from Mossitizer - let us know your thoughts!

Jun 18, 2010 Simon 578 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Calling all budding artists! As Mark and I are IT people, we are pretty artistically challenged, so need your help to design a new logo for DAFNE Online. The logo should be in keeping with DAFNE themes, and will appear in the upcoming DAFNE Online iPhone app as well as the site. If you do have an idea in mind then share it with us here, or email [email protected] - you help is much appreciated! Simon

Jun 18, 2010 Emma OToole 4 posts	Topic: General Discussion / chocoholic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hi Jayne! Nope I'm with you as a chocoholic!! I assure you. Before I started DAFNE I would eat a lot of chocolate if I was Hypo. This happen quite a lot and I gained a lot of weight. But that didn't stop me. Now that I have completed DAFNE I know I can still have my chocolate without the hypo and still be happy and not gain weight as I now exercise quite a lot now that I did years ago.

Jun 18, 2010 Emma OToole 4 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Parsnips I had this discussion with my dietician in Dublin. I find it very hard to gauge how much parsnips are on CP scale. Looking at some packaging from Tesco, on some ready made meals (I don't normally eat these only just for research purposes), parsnips would be as heavily laden in CP's as potatoes. Everyone is different and it does depend on the fat content with the rest of your meal with regards to carb absorption. At the beginning I did notice a massive increase in my levels. I then lowered the portion size and slightly increased my insulin. Just for parsnips alone on a roughly 2 dessert spoons I'd calculate 2CP. They is just by eye balling the food and my how my levels don't soar afterwards

Jun 17, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New Hi!, Tips for AFTER DAFNE 1. Practice It DAILY until it becomes a habit, It may seem daunting, but Its very easy, and will help for the REST OF YOUR LIFE, it is a SKILL FOR LIFE, and like all skills, Practice = Perfection. 2. Review your progress weekly when your free, (Sitting in front of the TV or something, bring your DAFNE BG book out and see what happened and when, Did you go out?, Did you do exercise? etc) 3. If you have any questions or problems.... Post them on this Forum! The best people to ask are US, We all have gained experience through practice. If your ever worried about something... JUST ASK!! 4. EXERCISE!!!... I know this isn't a "Tip", But its really important for us to exercise regularly, This will help with blood circulation (which improves nerve growth & repair, and reduce nerve damage) and generally help to prevent any long term complications. 5. Treat yourself every now and again for excellent BG control, This helps reinforce what you've learned and practiced and will also motivate you (Sub-conciously even) to make it into a habit. 6. Practice by eating different types of meals, Eating out and such. Remember you should be able to recall this from the top of your head (When out in restaurants and stuff). 7. And last one... Practice, Practice, PRACTICE!!... <--- This is very important, (I know I said it already!, But its THAT important) don't under-estimate it, take the time to know what your doing and review it every so often (Make changes were necessary) Anyone else, feel free to share your own!

Jun 17, 2010 kerryn bown 2 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New Hi all, I just signed up today, I just finished my DAFNE course in June, at Sellyoak hospital with Lesley and Sam, the course was really helpful and I am already seeing improvements in my morning and lunchtime glucose readiings, it is taking time but it certainly is a huge help after being diagnosed about 15 years ago!! Like many others I have been livining in the dark ages with this and having set doses of insulin that you have to eat up to, so even when you weren't hungary - you had to eat!!! I am so pleased I can now eat what I like even a salad and not have to worry about whether or not it is going to make me hypo!! Thanks ever so much to Lesley and Sam they do a fab job!! Kerryn

Jun 17, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Am i counting carbs right Pasta is almost all carbs, so that could be right, When I have a standard plate of pasta I'm taking over 10 easy on 1:1. I would have never done this before DAFNE, but its working great now!!... I also never used to take any units for milk in the past, but after DAFNE always 1 unit per 200ml of milk, (Which I have with almost every meal) After a large meal (Whatever it is generally)... I take between 10-20 units depending what I eat. All my ratios are currently 1:1, so 1.5:1 could take you over 20 with a large meal. Garlic bread is very carb intensive (Bread) so that could be right. Best thing is to take the insulin, see how you feel after 2 hours or so, if you feel "low" or like your having a Hypo, then you probably took to much, Write it down in your diary and keep it in mind next time you eat, Its all about trial and error! Were all different!

Jun 17, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New Wow I've never need the Glucogen shot!.. I hope I never will, DAFNE should help immeasurably with this, I also have a few night time hypo's. But now I just keep a can of Normal Coke next to my bed along with some sweets and Hypostop, I tend to wake up in the night if I have a hypo, (Sweats, shakey, hungry)... So I can treat ASAP. Anyways.. Welcome!..

Jun 17, 2010 Emma OToole 4 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Hi!..... Im New Hi Everyone, I signed up to DAFNE online today. I completed the DAFNE course in Dublin about 2 years ago. I've had Type 1 since I was 14 years of age. OMG 20 years ago!! Wow! I all of a sudden feel old Sorry I digressed for a minute. I love the freedom the DAFNE course taught me with my dosage, foods, handling of illness, stress, exercise, everything! Before I started DAFNE I was having very bad hypo's during the night. So much so I need the glucose injection and to be hospitalised. They have since stopped since I completed DAFNE. My quality of life has improved for me and my family

Jun 17, 2010 novorapidboi26 1,819 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Am i counting carbs right I have found myself having a big plate of pasta, like a good size, some garlic bread and I have been well over twenty units. And with my ratio of 1.5:1, you do the maths......

Jun 16, 2010 marke 686 posts	Topic: DAFNE Graduate Group (DGG) / fourth meeting All, you can find the minutes of the 4th DUAG meeting here . There is also an executive summary here . Apologies for the delay posting them, this is partly due to them not being released and partly due to me being on holiday !

Jun 16, 2010 novorapidboi26 1,819 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Rising morning BG knowing the 'Dawn' Phenomenon is not present I was on Levemir twice a day, and it worked to some extent, its just was not lasting long enough, and increasing the doses was not really an option as I wanted to drive my intake down from what is was before dafne. Everything is working as it should for now, but what I do believe is that could change throughout my life as lifestyles change and my body

Jun 16, 2010 novorapidboi26 1,819 posts	Topic: General Discussion / chocoholic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I agree totally, I was just emphasising the dafne mission statement if you like, which is to eat like non diabetics, but not everyone eats well. That rule apllies to everyone.................

Jun 16, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: General Discussion / stress Hi, Melissa, I know its a bit late, but just in case anyone else has had issue's like this. Yes, Stress is primarily down to excess cortisol production in the body, this can happen at times of emotional (and sometimes physical) stress. Cortisol is also known as the "Stress" hormone in the body. Cortisol counteracts the affect of insulin, so you may find you need more insulin to bring your sugars down more then normal for a short time (While your stressed). I have also had previous experience of this, I have suffered from work related stress and found it does increase your BG levels (Because insulin doesn't work as well, and you need more of it) After a few nights of sleep, you'll find you feel a bit better, stress affects all of us all the time, but when we go to sleep, our brain does amazing things to help filter out negative thoughts and emotions and keep us "Sane". You may find that when under stress after a good nights sleep, you tend to look at it in a different light, (Maybe it isn't so bad after all?) thus alleviating the symptoms, stress & excess cortisol in the body associated with it. I hope you resolve your issue's soon, and if you still find yourself with high BG levels, consider (Temporarily) adjusting your Ratio's until their back to normal and you feel better! Although it may not seem like it, Exercise is a great way to relive stress. (Exercise release endorphins into your body creating a "Slight Natural High", This is a great way to alleviate stress and feel good about your future and outlook). Hope this helps!... and.. Keep smiling

Jun 16, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Anyone else having problems obtaining BG Test strips from their GP? Hi guys, I spoke to my DAFNE instructors today, and were really helpful, they said they would look into it and speak to my GP about increasing my Test Strips. Hopefully this will help, otherwise they informed me to file a official complaint, I was trying to avoid this, but it may be the only way to move forward. Anyway, If anyone else is having this problem, see if you DAFNE instructors can help, otherwise file a official complaint, (Ask your GP for the necessary forms and/or telephone number(s)) By the looks of it, this is only a problem with MY GP, due to the fact nobody else has had any problems like this across the country. Thanks for the Fantastic Response!! (Everyone!)

Jun 16, 2010 Rachie Wilson 9 posts	Topic: General Discussion / I want an insulin pump I agree with both Anil and Novorapidboi26 regarding pumps been used when you can't get control. I went on DAFNE course in Jan this year and my HBAC1 before this were all in the 8's, this is why I got sent on the course and it has now come down to 6.6 (my last one in March). Which show that I can control it and i still only do around 4 injection a day. I would like to try a pump but I know there are worse people out there with less control I than I have got and really I live a normal life. There is people with diabetes that really need the pumps and can't get one and they are ill all the time due to not having control. If i got offered one now, I would turn it down as I lead a normal life and someone out there would benifit from it much more than I would.

Jun 16, 2010 Simon Heller 46 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Rising morning BG knowing the 'Dawn' Phenomenon is not present This is one of the problems that sometimes can be fixed by replacing Humulin I by long acting insulin analogues such as Levemir or glargine. more long acting and less likely to cause hypoglycaemia in the middle of the night. Usually need to be given twice daily though just like Humulin I or Insulatard. Simon

Jun 16, 2010 Anil 39 posts	Topic: General Discussion / chocoholic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Although theirs some truth in that, We still have to watch our diet, eating chocolate each and every day will affect us more then a normal person, especially with the long term complications side. Indulging in a few chocolates now and again (even often is fine) but dont go overboard. Yes, DAFNE is all about normal eating, but we still have to make changes to our diet, We dont go around drinking normal coke do we? and other normal drinks to? Make sure you take the correct insulin, but sugar (even in a normal person) will deteriorate our eyes over the long term, so its not good to over do it, and especially because were diabetic, we need to be even more vigilant with our control. Eating chocolate is fine, but dont over do it, (Its not good even for a normal person, Its even worse for us), Match the insulin. AND DO SOME EXERCISE once a week. <--- Very important to increase your bodies blood circulation and keep nerves & vessels in your body and eyes healthy.