It’s nearly been 1 year.
One year since I developed a hole in the roof of my mouth. So I thought I’d give you a health update.
The hole remains the same size that it’s been for a while now. It is affecting my speaking, eating and overall mental wellbeing. I’ve seen a Surgeon who says he can fix the hole, but wants my HbA1C to be 40mmol/mol prior to surgery. It is currently 54mmol/mol. This has been achieved thanks to my insulin pump.
My diabetes team and GP both feel the surgeon’s goal is unrealistic and unachievable for a Type 1 diabetic like myself. My diabetes consultant and GP have both written to the surgeon.
I have written to the surgeon, asking about flexibility around this target and timescales for surgery. I’ve had a CT and MRI scan and am due to see the surgeon again in June.
I am hoping the summer will bring some good news on the surgery front.
My Best Wishes,
Antony
