"I'll concur. You don't have very long once you fill a pod before you need to prime it. You also don't have very long after priming before telling it to insert. In either case if you wait too long you'll loose a pod. Andy"
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Jaybear replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"I think the OmniPod has been marvelous. I did 17 years on the MiniMed pump, moved to the OmniPod four years ago and am never looking back.
I have to brag that I did four half marathons last year and completed my first marathon with the OmniPod last…"
Disneyanna replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"Thank you for your history with the Omnipod! I myself have never had any adhesion issues, but have had POD failures and had two PDM failures within 6 weeks (in addition to having to do soft resets more than once last year), so they replaced it.
I…"
smileandnod replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"Andy and jla, I too find you both so inspirational. Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and inspiration to keep going.
I am a 26 year Type 1 and have been on OmniPod for almost one year now. I agree that it's not perfect but it's…"
Andy replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"I used to use Humalog and then just for the heck of it tried Apidra (mu endo wanted to see what I thought of it) for a number of years. My problem with Apidra wasn't so much the 3rd day high BG, although I had some of them. I believe I became…"
Biedronk replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"Andy, thanks for sharing. I have been on the pods for almost one year. I totally share your view: not perfect but so much better then tubing. I was surprised that Tandem invested in one more conventional pump instead of improving tubeless pumping."
Scott Wilkins replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"58 years. Wow! Congrats on your success. I'm still amazed at the idea of washing syringes every day for re-use, which I'm sure you did a long time ago...
I've been on the Pod for almost 1 year now. Really wish I'd started a long…"
FHS replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"Andy and jla,
You are both inspirational.
Being a diabetic for 27 years, with the last 3 on the pod, has not been without its challenges but I will remember your combined 104 years of diabetes experience and the fact you are both currently on the…"
jla replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"Hi Andy, I've been on the 'Pod since October of 2008 and I too find it the best tool I've had, but not perfect. It has been a lot better for the last year. I attribute that to having changed from using Apidra to Novolog which claims a…"
barend replied to Andy's discussion 'Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod' in the group OmniPod Users"Andy,
First of all I agree with you. As you, I prefer the pod over tubed pumps. And yes there are challenges. I have been using the new pods since early December last year. Apparently,, in Europe, we are on the "bleeding edge": I have…"
Andy added a discussion to the group OmniPod Users
Experience 8 Years on the OmniPod
Having been a diabetic for 58 years, around 30 with no BG meters, 9 years on the MiniMed and now having been Insulet's first customer for the OmniPod I guess I have been on the Pod for 8 years.All in all I love it, but it hasn't been without its challenges. I have never had any issues with adhesion. I do have problems with skin rashes where the tape adheres. Pod failures have been an issue but I put up with them as i think the pod is so superior to any of the tubed pumps.I can't wait for the…See More
Andy joined Mathew's groupOmniPod Users
This group is dedicated to giving OmniPod users a place to discuss and share our experiences so that we may grow and help each other "make diabetes a smaller part of our lives."Please note: the exchange, sale or giveaway of items between members that require a prescription from a licensed practitioner, including insulin pumps and pump supplies, is not allowed on TuDiabetes.We encourage you to donate supplies to non-profits such as the Charles…See More
brokenpole left a comment for Andy"Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of what you will learn is that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs…"
Stemwinder left a comment for Andy"Welcome Andy, There is so much information here at TuDiabetes. There are groups for people with like circumstances or interest. Blog posts where members convey their thoughts and experiences. And there are the forums where we come together for…"
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- The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
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- July 1, 1955
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- At 1:03am on February 4, 2013, brokenpole said…
- Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of what you will learn is that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and vent to, if needed.
- At 6:52pm on February 3, 2013, Stemwinder said…
Welcome Andy, There is so much information here at TuDiabetes. There are groups for people with like circumstances or interest. Blog posts where members convey their thoughts and experiences. And there are the forums where we come together for discussions. I’m so glad you are here.
Please feel at home, you are with friends
- At 6:13pm on February 3, 2013,
Donna H said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes! Checkout some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 5:08pm on February 3, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… WELCOME to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
- At 3:19pm on February 3, 2013,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO ONE OF THE GREATEST DIABETES SITES ON THE WEB!!!!!! Great to have u here with us!!! Please join us in our live chat anytime also check out out groups, forum and blogs. Join any groups u want!!!!
- At 2:54pm on February 3, 2013,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Andy!!
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups". Once in,
click on "all groups". You can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the
space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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Take care....and keep in touch!
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