Pin Pricks & Summer [I Have Diabetes]

I'm a T1/3c diabetic, and insulin-dependent. I inject up to 7-8 times a day.
My thighs and stomach area can be covered with tiny pin pricks. I wondered if anyone has found a way to reduce these? I moisturise the injection areas daily but the little marks still remain. With the summer coming, I don't really want the marks visible wearing speedos!

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CharlesRomsey · 61-69, M

I tend to agree, except that when it comes to major surgery, no expense is spared by the hospital: I've had open heart surgery: my diabetes and heart medication is free, as was treatment for my brain bleed. I'm not a good insurance risk!

Colormegone · 70-79, M

Type 2 diabetic here in the States. Is time release insulin an option for you. I shoot myself twice a day with Levimir. Costs me $70 a month.

CharlesRomsey · 61-69, M

@Colormegone I was taken off Levimir and now use Tresiba for the basal, and Novorapid for bolus.

TexChik · F

your doctor has never mentioned an insulin pump?

CharlesRomsey · 61-69, M

@TexChik My BG levels are mostly stable, and pumps over here are very expensive. Don't forget our medical treatment here in the UK is free at the point of delivery- we pay for it through our taxes.

TexChik · F

@CharlesRomsey which is why your health care is seriously lacking . You only get the cheapest possible option for your treatment . Here insulin pumps are covered wholly or partially by insurance .

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