After having type 1diabetes for 15 years I’ve always found the diabetes service good up until recently. I’ve never needed to use the service for any reasons other than routine appointments however now when I’ve found myself finding my diabetes control tough I feel there is a lack of support and urgency to support this life long condition. Struggling to control my blood sugar after working hard to gain control, and wanting to start a family next year I was told I qualify for a pump but cannot have one as there isn’t the staff to train me how to use it! This is ridiculous as I should be able to have control over how I manage my daily diabetes. I have been told by consultants that I will not get my control down with injections alone and a pump may be the best way moving forward. To be told there is something which could make living with this difficult condition a little easier, but I cannot have it simply due to a lack of staff is disgusting
"Diabetes service"
About: Royal Preston Hospital Royal Preston Hospital Preston PR2 9HT
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