"Another vote for Dexcom here. :) I have two devices, the Dexcom and OmniPod - my husband calls me the bionic woman. It's so worth the effort.
A CGM will open your eyes to what happens when you eat. I mean, we all know that carbs cause our bg to…"
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CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?
Started this discussion. Last reply by smileandnod Apr 29. 15 Replies 0 Likes
HiI am a type 1 diabetic for 10 years now. I am intrigued by the idea of CGMs but also seems like a lot of hassle. Yes or no and which is the best one ??Continue
High Sugars & Thinking
Started this discussion. Last reply by Wren Dec 6, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Finally my sugars are stabilising :) After going on DAFNE I understand so much so much better !! But I've had about 3 months of bad control and high and very high numbers. I feel like its affected my…Continue
France Cancelled DAFNE here I come !!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian Wittman Nov 22, 2012. 11 Replies 0 Likes
I have literally been trying to get onto a DAFNE course for the past 6 months and they have all been full !! I called everyone and tried my best to no avail !! But today I went to see my healthcare…Continue
High Before Bed
Started this discussion. Last reply by Holger Schmeken Nov 19, 2012. 13 Replies 0 Likes
I ate some ice cream and now my sugar is high. SHould I correct it and if so how much ? Do I need to set an alarm ?? Its 16mml which i thinkis like 220. Was thinking 2 or 3 units humalogContinue
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"Hi Char: I wear the Dexcom 7, and I am incredibly happy with it (I need to upgrade to the new Dexcom, but haven't done it yet). It is incredibly accurate for me, and especially helps me at night and during exercise. When I first started using…"
FHS replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"They are a bit twitchy and I wouldn't rely on one without consulting my meter for important decisiosn but it was invaluable to help fill in the blanks of my entire 24 hour profile under a lot of varying conditions. Also, I don't know how I…"
"I think it all depends on the person and their desires and needs. The people that seem to benefit or enjoy their CGM the most are the data junkies that love having a lot of data or the people with a specific reason for wanting the device (living…"
TracySue123 replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"My Dexcom G4 gives me such peace of mind that I hate the two hour start up time when I am not getting any info from it."
Don replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"I think everyone should get CGM at least once. It is enlightening to see the timing and spike of different foods and the effect of activity or stress. One caveat is that accuracy sometimes varies at night because your blood flow slows down when…"
Terry replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"I've used a CGM continuously since September 2009. I consider it essential for my BG control and safety. When I started, it dropped my A1c by 1%. Waking me up at night to prevent extended lows meant that I also avoided rebound highs in the…"
Sue59 replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"I use the Dexcom G4 sensors along with the OmniPod pump, so I have two devices. My son uses the MiniMed pump with their sensors in one device. He says he would not want to carry two devices. I use the Spibelt and put both on it so it's not an…"
acidrock23 replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"I insert the Paradigm sensors at 90 degrees too, on the advice of my SalesNurse. I totally agree about the two devices, it just seems too cumbersome."
rick phillips replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"I am in the US so use the older minimed sensor. It is a hassle. I was a very early adopter and yes it has gotten a bit better. If what i was doing was going to current sensor I have I would say no don't do it. However, if you have access to the…"
Char8833 replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"Just the peace of mind more than anything. I think I test way too much but I do it to prevent sugar lows and i just worry unnecessarily Im hoping this would be like a bit of security for me with the sugar low alerts especially at night.…"
acidrock23 replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"At first it was a bit of a hassle but I got used to it pretty quickly, like a couple of days. I have the Medtronic CGM and like it a lot and get very good results that are very close to my BG meter. Many people have indicated that the Dexcom is…"
meee replied to Char8833's discussion 'CGM or no CGM & Which is the best ?'"Many people like them, I'm sure they will comment. I was unable to tolerate the sensor for pain and it was inaccurate for me(dexcom). I'm hoping the come with a non invasive one soon."
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Coeliac, The Other Other Related Condition
Posted on December 5, 2012 at 1:52pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
I have had diabetes for over 10 years now and as we all know it's pretty tough going. It has it's ups and it's down, but in general I manage. Keep the calm happy exterior us diabetics often have and lead positive lives anyway. The show must go on !!!!
But lately the show has been more like The Producers than Cats. I've been slow, I've been sluggish, but hey it must be the diabetes. I've been tired, I've been losing weight ,but hey diabetes has its complications. I've been chronically…
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- At 6:22am on March 9, 2013, brokenpole said…
Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 2:21am on March 9, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Char8833. I wish for you a most wonderful day,
ENJOY!!!
- At 3:53pm on December 5, 2012,
jeffojeda said… Thanks for accepting my friend request Char8833. Hope this finds you well. How go your numbers?
- At 9:44am on October 14, 2012,
Josephine A Ni Dhomhnaill said… Thanks Char, how're getting on
- At 12:20pm on September 24, 2012,
JohnG said… After My children moved out of the nest I was ready for some time off. But on the day I was diagnosed I had a young bride and two little baby's, there was no way for me to have good BG control, it was all about work and the kids, soccer games, baseball, taking my daughter to swim practices for 4 years at 5am 6 days a week even in the summer. My son started playing ball at 6 and still plays on a city league team today he is 31 now...It was all worth it.
"life just equals less than perfect BG" and I have survived it without any serious complications up to this point but I have also never just ignored my BG.
- At 8:16am on August 2, 2012,
Linda G said… Hi there Char!!! You're not only a new member...but you're a FEATURED member!!! BRAVO!!
- At 1:53pm on August 1, 2012,
Marie B said… hey Char, welcome! please join this group
http://www.tudiabetes.org/group/irishdiabeticsand if you don't go to bed early, join us for the chat Friday afternoon, sometimes we get members from your neck of the woods. let me know if you have any questions
- At 12:21pm on August 1, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
Here's a link to help you get to know more about us: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 12:02pm on August 1, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Char....
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, 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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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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There are also groups here for young people with diabetes, such as....
"Teenagers with Type 1", "College Students with Diabetes" & "Young Adults with Diabetes".
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 10:35am on August 1, 2012, 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!!!
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