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May 22, 2016

Peter 109 posts

Topic: General Discussion / freestyle libra

Trish,

There is full discussion of the Libre here: Cyborg Times. In my opinion it is definitely worthwhile, provided you're aware of it's few limitations. Your DAFNE team at Sheffield will also be able to advise you.

Finally, I was speaking to an Abbott representative two weeks ago who told me that their work on demonstrating the benefits was nearly finished using data from patients in 6 European countries and they hoped to be making the case for its availability on prescription very soon.

May 21, 2016

Trish Skidmore 18 posts

Topic: General Discussion / freestyle libra

Hi Is anybody using the freestyle Libre, I am thinking of purchasing myself and I am wondering is it worth it or am I best saving my money and sticking to the ones wee get free off NHS.

May 18, 2016

Marsbar63 5 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos

Why get it removed? Keep it as a reminder of all the fun you had being type 1.

May 18, 2016

marke 681 posts

Topic: Site Development / Petition link on home page has been archived

yes I know sorry, really need to re-issue the site, to remove it......

May 18, 2016

marke 681 posts

Topic: General Discussion / BI split

since AM and PM are both 12 hours periods there is a lot more to the split than dose. That said I did split mine 22 and 18 which is a big difference to 15% and 85%, however now I don't need BI at all Laughing

the joys of a pump.....

May 18, 2016

marke 681 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos

Not for me, when they release the cure in a couple of years, I would have to get it removed Wink

May 18, 2016

marke 681 posts

Topic: General Discussion / sweet drinks

Hi, If its a bottled cocktail it should be on the bottle, If it's not then its a bit of guess work based on volume and ingredient. You would need to be more precise on the ingredient. I wasn't aware that DAFNE specified anything about having juice alone, its not the handbooks we have. It does have a high GI but in moderation I don't see why it would be a problem. I use the reduced sugar juices and don't see why they would be a problem.

May 18, 2016

Alan 49 284 posts

Topic: General Discussion / BI split

I have 4 units of BI in the morning and 14 in the evening - seems to work for me.

May 17, 2016

Marsbar63 5 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos

If I had any idea how to put a picture anywhere then I gladly would, but I honestly have no idea. Sorry.

May 17, 2016

alturn 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / BI split

I try to keep mine equal (currently 13 and 13). I was on 14 and 11 and my BGs were a bit erratic so it was suggested at Diabetic clinic to try to equalise. (I got the impression the DSN preferred them to be more equal)
But we're all different - it may depend on your activity etc. If your BGs and HBA1C are in range, then maybe you've found a regime to suit you.
If you do change, probably best to do it gradually and wait 2 or 3 days between each adjustment.

Hope this helps,
J

May 17, 2016

Liamstack80 1 post

Topic: General Discussion / BI split

I split my bi 15% in the am 85% in the pm.
Is anyone else using a split as highly weighted to either the am or pm?
What kind of splits are people using?

May 17, 2016

Craig Watson 1 post

Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos

Let's see a cheeky pic?

May 16, 2016

michaelj 45 posts

Topic: General Discussion / sweet drinks

Mrs A,
Almost certaily the non alcoholc Pina Colada will contain some sort of sugar even if it's only fructose from the fruit used. I would count it in with your meal . The hard part is trying to decide how much of it is carbohydrate. Not being one who likes cocktails maybe some of our other members may have a better idea of the values.

May 14, 2016

Mrs A 1 post

Topic: General Discussion / sweet drinks

hi I'm new to carb counting, I'm aware that having fruit juice raises blood sugar level too quick and having juice alone isn't one of the Dafne principles, but ofcourse you can have it with a meal. I was wondering if the same applies for non alcoholic piÃ±a colada?

May 13, 2016

Marsbar63 5 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos

Today have had a medical tattoo, the rod of Asclepius and diabetic 1 in writing below. Looks great on inside of left forearm. Not sure how popular med tats are but would definitely suggest younger type 1s give them a thought. I'm 52 and been type 1 for 26yrs and wish now that someone would have given me the idea of a med tat. If anyone see's this post the info I would give is, 1 be sure you want a tat 2 research different designs 3 find a quality tattooist to discuss ideas 4 be proud to let everyone see your tat and finally hope that no one ever has to see your tat in an emergency.

May 11, 2016

rimibar 4 posts

Topic: Site Development / Petition link on home page has been archived

Probably worth removing now Question

May 8, 2016

sjohno 37 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Chris Pennell Worcester Warriors T1 Professional Rugby Player

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/get-inspired/36225872

I've watched this and am amazed at how little or non insulin he takes!

sjohno

May 5, 2016

Simon 578 posts

Topic: General Discussion / New version of the CP List

A message from DAFNE:

The DAFNE CP list will be amended and updated this year. We would like to include as much useful information as possible. If you have any;

Â· amendments to the information contained.
Â· additional nutritional information that you think would be useful to (particularly related to CP content of ethnic foods and alcoholic drinks).
Â· suggestions for improving the layout of the guide.

please send these to [email protected] before 29th July 2016 so that they can be included in the next edition

Many thanks
Sally

May 3, 2016

Simon 578 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / iPhone 6

Cheers!

May 1, 2016

Simon 578 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / iPhone 6

Also if you can please let us know which special characters you were using in your password (not the whole password for security reasons) so we can check to see if the app needs updating to work with them.

May 1, 2016

Simon 578 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / iPhone 6

Hi rimibar,

It sounds like your issue has now been solved, would you be willing to change your App Store review to reflect this?

Thanks,

Simon

Apr 30, 2016

AMcD 38 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Feeling tired

Hi. Obviously check out all possible medical issues as it sounds like you are doing. It may sound counterintuitive if your feeling tired but regular exercise can give you a great boost and helps all round... you would be surprised the difference it can make...

Apr 29, 2016

HelenP 218 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Feeling tired

John,
I have just had my annual check up and i complained of being tired (going to bed at 8pm and waking at 4:30am. He checked my vitamin B (6 or 12 I can't remember) levels with a blood test. Apparently they can reduce especially if you are on Metformin and this contributes to tiredness levels...just a thought.

Helen

Apr 29, 2016

ClareSmith 4 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Blood Glucose Diary from 19 April to 29 April for Philippa Marks

Hi Philippa, I'm afraid I haven't been able to reduce my evening dose of QA insulin by 1 unit as previously advised as I've been having Hypos in the evenings. This is either because I've corrected my lunchtime QA dose by too much, or because I haven't had enough carbs before exercise. I'm trying not to over correct my QA dose by looking at my corrections in the past couple of weeks and the effect on my BG levels.

Best wishes

Clare

May 22, 2016 Peter 109 posts	Topic: General Discussion / freestyle libra Trish, There is full discussion of the Libre here: Cyborg Times. In my opinion it is definitely worthwhile, provided you're aware of it's few limitations. Your DAFNE team at Sheffield will also be able to advise you. Finally, I was speaking to an Abbott representative two weeks ago who told me that their work on demonstrating the benefits was nearly finished using data from patients in 6 European countries and they hoped to be making the case for its availability on prescription very soon.

May 21, 2016 Trish Skidmore 18 posts	Topic: General Discussion / freestyle libra Hi Is anybody using the freestyle Libre, I am thinking of purchasing myself and I am wondering is it worth it or am I best saving my money and sticking to the ones wee get free off NHS.

May 18, 2016 Marsbar63 5 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos Why get it removed? Keep it as a reminder of all the fun you had being type 1.

May 18, 2016 marke 681 posts	Topic: Site Development / Petition link on home page has been archived yes I know sorry, really need to re-issue the site, to remove it......

May 18, 2016 marke 681 posts	Topic: General Discussion / BI split since AM and PM are both 12 hours periods there is a lot more to the split than dose. That said I did split mine 22 and 18 which is a big difference to 15% and 85%, however now I don't need BI at all the joys of a pump.....

May 18, 2016 marke 681 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos Not for me, when they release the cure in a couple of years, I would have to get it removed

May 18, 2016 marke 681 posts	Topic: General Discussion / sweet drinks Hi, If its a bottled cocktail it should be on the bottle, If it's not then its a bit of guess work based on volume and ingredient. You would need to be more precise on the ingredient. I wasn't aware that DAFNE specified anything about having juice alone, its not the handbooks we have. It does have a high GI but in moderation I don't see why it would be a problem. I use the reduced sugar juices and don't see why they would be a problem.

May 18, 2016 Alan 49 284 posts	Topic: General Discussion / BI split I have 4 units of BI in the morning and 14 in the evening - seems to work for me.

May 17, 2016 Marsbar63 5 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos If I had any idea how to put a picture anywhere then I gladly would, but I honestly have no idea. Sorry.

May 17, 2016 alturn 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / BI split I try to keep mine equal (currently 13 and 13). I was on 14 and 11 and my BGs were a bit erratic so it was suggested at Diabetic clinic to try to equalise. (I got the impression the DSN preferred them to be more equal) But we're all different - it may depend on your activity etc. If your BGs and HBA1C are in range, then maybe you've found a regime to suit you. If you do change, probably best to do it gradually and wait 2 or 3 days between each adjustment. Hope this helps, J

May 17, 2016 Liamstack80 1 post	Topic: General Discussion / BI split I split my bi 15% in the am 85% in the pm. Is anyone else using a split as highly weighted to either the am or pm? What kind of splits are people using?

May 17, 2016 Craig Watson 1 post	Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos Let's see a cheeky pic?

May 16, 2016 michaelj 45 posts	Topic: General Discussion / sweet drinks Mrs A, Almost certaily the non alcoholc Pina Colada will contain some sort of sugar even if it's only fructose from the fruit used. I would count it in with your meal . The hard part is trying to decide how much of it is carbohydrate. Not being one who likes cocktails maybe some of our other members may have a better idea of the values.

May 14, 2016 Mrs A 1 post	Topic: General Discussion / sweet drinks hi I'm new to carb counting, I'm aware that having fruit juice raises blood sugar level too quick and having juice alone isn't one of the Dafne principles, but ofcourse you can have it with a meal. I was wondering if the same applies for non alcoholic piÃ±a colada?

May 13, 2016 Marsbar63 5 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Medical tattoos Today have had a medical tattoo, the rod of Asclepius and diabetic 1 in writing below. Looks great on inside of left forearm. Not sure how popular med tats are but would definitely suggest younger type 1s give them a thought. I'm 52 and been type 1 for 26yrs and wish now that someone would have given me the idea of a med tat. If anyone see's this post the info I would give is, 1 be sure you want a tat 2 research different designs 3 find a quality tattooist to discuss ideas 4 be proud to let everyone see your tat and finally hope that no one ever has to see your tat in an emergency.

May 11, 2016 rimibar 4 posts	Topic: Site Development / Petition link on home page has been archived Probably worth removing now

May 8, 2016 sjohno 37 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Chris Pennell Worcester Warriors T1 Professional Rugby Player http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/get-inspired/36225872 I've watched this and am amazed at how little or non insulin he takes! sjohno

May 5, 2016 Simon 578 posts	Topic: General Discussion / New version of the CP List A message from DAFNE: The DAFNE CP list will be amended and updated this year. We would like to include as much useful information as possible. If you have any; Â· amendments to the information contained. Â· additional nutritional information that you think would be useful to (particularly related to CP content of ethnic foods and alcoholic drinks). Â· suggestions for improving the layout of the guide. please send these to [email protected] before 29th July 2016 so that they can be included in the next edition Many thanks Sally

May 3, 2016 Simon 578 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / iPhone 6 Cheers!

May 1, 2016 Simon 578 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / iPhone 6 Also if you can please let us know which special characters you were using in your password (not the whole password for security reasons) so we can check to see if the app needs updating to work with them.

May 1, 2016 Simon 578 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / iPhone 6 Hi rimibar, It sounds like your issue has now been solved, would you be willing to change your App Store review to reflect this? Thanks, Simon

Apr 30, 2016 AMcD 38 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Feeling tired Hi. Obviously check out all possible medical issues as it sounds like you are doing. It may sound counterintuitive if your feeling tired but regular exercise can give you a great boost and helps all round... you would be surprised the difference it can make...

Apr 29, 2016 HelenP 218 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Feeling tired John, I have just had my annual check up and i complained of being tired (going to bed at 8pm and waking at 4:30am. He checked my vitamin B (6 or 12 I can't remember) levels with a blood test. Apparently they can reduce especially if you are on Metformin and this contributes to tiredness levels...just a thought. Helen

Apr 29, 2016 ClareSmith 4 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Blood Glucose Diary from 19 April to 29 April for Philippa Marks Hi Philippa, I'm afraid I haven't been able to reduce my evening dose of QA insulin by 1 unit as previously advised as I've been having Hypos in the evenings. This is either because I've corrected my lunchtime QA dose by too much, or because I haven't had enough carbs before exercise. I'm trying not to over correct my QA dose by looking at my corrections in the past couple of weeks and the effect on my BG levels. Best wishes Clare