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Permalink Reply by Natalie ._c- on December 20, 2010 at 11:07pm

When I first went on the pump, and was using the old undetachable sets which had to be taped down, plus a safety loop which also had to be taped down, I found I was allergic to everything except Hypafix. I don't know if your CGM already has adhesive on it or not (the MM does), but you can try various tapes, and then, if you find one you're not allergic to, you can put it down first, after cutting a slit for the sensor to go through.

Good luck!

Permalink Reply by Cynthia on December 20, 2010 at 11:37pm

I was allergic to the tape too....It's ok that you are sick of it--- We understand....a new day is on the way.

And this too shall pass....

Permalink Reply by Sue R. on December 21, 2010 at 3:27am

Sneetch, I have to say that you have this best name here! Wish I had a practical solution for you, but you've made me smile here in the dark and frozen East! Hope today is better for you.

Still doing fine. in Year 42 with T1, but pretty sick of it.

Permalink Reply by Sharon (Sneetch by the Beach) on December 21, 2010 at 11:09am

Thank you for the reply - year 42!  wow  You are an inspiration.    Have a great holiday & stay warm!

Permalink Reply by Stuart on December 27, 2010 at 9:04pm

Hello Sneetch by the beach:

 

As long as you keep up the breathing... its a @()#@*#@#&@ GOOD day <tiny amused grin>.

 

If it caused problems, perhaps walking away from the equipment for some period of time is a good solution? I'm also going on year 42 trying to ride this dragon. It is most challenging... looking for some place the cat won't interupt his quiet, deep breathing exercises. 

 

Stuart

Permalink Reply by Jessica on December 7, 2012 at 11:55am

Totally understand how you feel! I have had diabetes for 14 years. Lately my A1c has been higher than it has ever been, and I was just feeling like maybe I had a handle on it. I am having a tough time motivating myself to do better because when I finally felt better my A1c was higher. It is definitely a roller coaster! I have found sometimes you just need to splurge, have a treat or do something for yourself, and then get back down to it. It is hard to live with diabetes, you have to realize you are amazing to have come this far!

Permalink Reply by Prince on April 11, 2013 at 7:55am

I've had it since 2010 and it always gets on my f**king nerves. Yeah, I know about the potential complications and blah, blah, blah. But they are just words blowing in the wind. The CONSTANT maintenance gets really OLD. Granted, I am always proud of myself being that, presently, I am keeping good control. But I am tired of always having to do s**t that should be on autopilot.
When I have a day like this I go to bed early, sleep well (unless I have to get up in the middle of the night to test...*sigh*), and then be refreshed.
With this mess (because that is what Diabetes is a big MESS)you have to take it one day at a time.