A. K. Buckroth
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Animas Ping

Started this discussion. Last reply by Zoe Dec 28, 2012. 29 Replies

In my attempts to reply to a person's remark about the Animas Ping insulin pump, I have been using it for more than 2.5 years. I hate it!. Due to malfunctions, it has been replace seven times in the…Continue

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Zoe replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"That's entirely your choice. Since your way doesn't seem to be working too well, just thought I'd suggest an alternative."
Dec 28, 2012
A. K. Buckroth replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"Thank you. But you're not getting the whole gist. You making matters worse with your commentary. I am not going to defend myself to you. Your negativity is useless."
Dec 28, 2012
Zoe replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"I tried to edit and add to my above thoughts and it got wiped out! ...and if the problem ends up being (as some people have suggested) that you have too much scar tissue, perhaps you may have to go back to shots. Your blurb above must originally…"
Dec 28, 2012
Zoe replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"A c-peptide usually isn't used to "prove you are diabetic" - an A1C is what's used for that. A c-peptide merely shows how much insulin you are still producing which is one of the factors that can help determine type. Maybe that…"
Dec 28, 2012
A. K. Buckroth replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"Ahh. I have depnded upon any of the pumps to lower my bGs - until this past year. Yes, when contacting technical supposrt and going through so many variables, the problems have more often than not been the infusion set tubing and/or the cartridge.…"
Dec 28, 2012
Kevin replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"My thoughts as well. When my sugar soars, I don't rely on the pump and infusion set, I take a shot. Every time that has happened, it's been an infusion set problem. When it appears that I have great adhesion and it should work, I'll…"
Dec 28, 2012
A. K. Buckroth replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"I know and I have. But six shots a day is no less than horrible."
Dec 28, 2012
Zoe replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"If I were you I would surely go back to shots. If the pump doesn't improve your quality of life (and it sure sounds like it doesn't for you) and you can manage your blood sugar well enough on shots, why make yourself miserable?"
Dec 28, 2012
A. K. Buckroth replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"Weel good. I am happy to read that and happy for you. Take care!"
Dec 28, 2012
Unknown Diabetic replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"After reading your post I found out yesterday I need to have my ping replaced. After 14 months of use it started loosing information when I would change the battery. Overall I have been happy with my Ping."
Dec 28, 2012
A. K. Buckroth replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"1 2 3 … 8 9 >> “OCCLUSION DETECTED, OCCLUSION DETECTED” Posted on October 12, 2012 by woodnputer For diabetes caregivers, friends, family members and, of course, T1 AND T2 diabetics, this article regards one of many…"
Dec 27, 2012
A. K. Buckroth replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"1 2 3 … 8 9 >> “OCCLUSION DETECTED, OCCLUSION DETECTED” Posted on October 12, 2012 by woodnputer For diabetes caregivers, friends, family members and, of course, T1 AND T2 diabetics, this article regards one of many…"
Dec 27, 2012
A. K. Buckroth replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"1 2 3 … 8 9 >> “OCCLUSION DETECTED, OCCLUSION DETECTED” Posted on October 12, 2012 by woodnputer For diabetes caregivers, friends, family members and, of course, T1 AND T2 diabetics, this article regards one of many…"
Dec 27, 2012
Kevin replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"Yep, starting Day One three years ago."
Dec 27, 2012
Annabella replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"Do you have the occlusion option set to "Low"? I was advised to do this by Animas support. My very knowledgeable Animas trainer also said as I had done MDI for so many years I had fatty buildup & it was advised."
Dec 27, 2012
Kevin replied to A. K. Buckroth's discussion 'Animas Ping'
"Annabella, You are correct. And mine have occasionally been related to a true infusion set occlusion, as I very occasionally experienced with the MiniMeds and Cozmo. A side issue is with the quality of Unomedical infusion sets; in April 2011 I…"
Dec 27, 2012

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Medical Expenses and Supplies

Posted on March 30, 2011 at 5:19am 7 Comments

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Medical Expenses and SuppliesBy buckroth



This is a tough subject for me to share. It is magnanimous in detail and overwhelming to realize. Wait, you’ll see what I’m talking about!



Yes, as a lifetime diabetic – 50+ years and counting – the collection of medical supplies continues. Compared with the cost of living,… Continue

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At 6:56am on January 27, 2013, Linda G said…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY A.K!!
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
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At 6:06am on January 27, 2012, brokenpole said…

Happy Birthday, A. k.!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.

At 3:24am on January 27, 2012, SEAGATOR said…

Happy,Happy Birthday,A.L. Buckroth. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!

At 4:11pm on April 8, 2011, Manny Hernandez said…
BTW, I noticed you put your pump as the Spirit. There's a Spirit-users group you may want to join: http://www.tudiabetes.org/group/rocheaccuchekspiritinsulinpumpusers
At 4:10pm on April 8, 2011, Manny Hernandez said…
Thank you so much for your support and for your kind words about the No-Sugar Added Poetry (NSAP) book. We'd love to see photos/video of any NSAP-reading events you do!!
At 6:04pm on January 27, 2011, Doris D said…
At 5:52am on January 27, 2011, lotsofshots said…
Happy Birthday! I hope you have a really good one. Enjoy!


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At 9:18am on May 29, 2010, Lise Van Delm said…
Hello there my new D friend!
Hope you're doing well!
At 8:27am on February 4, 2010, A. K. Buckroth said…
Qyaoom, to whom are you addressing this latest poem - at 4:00am? I will assume you have not been able to sleep. Stay active, get busy, keep your mind on other things.
At 4:22am on February 4, 2010, Qayoom said…
I know down inside
That you are mine
& I'm your true love
Or am I dreaming...
 
 
 

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