"I agree with all the other comments. I've been on the pump for more than 8 years and haven't had any issues with infections. Sometime the sites get red and sore, but that's usually around the time I need to change them anyway. I put a…"
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Christi P joined The Diabetic Welfare Queen's group
Hypothyroid Diabetics
A group for Diabetics of all types, who also have Hypothyroidism, seeking knowledge, support, and empowerment.
Christi P replied to Colorado's discussion 'CGM adhesion advice?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I am not a fan of the IV3000...it's a mess and so sticky. I called Minimed and asked for their adhesive sampler kit...I got the run around for a bit until someone knew what I was talking about, but they sent it for free. I tried the Tagadern…"
Christi P joined sarhow's group
Diabetes and the environment
For those interested in the role that environmental toxins may play in the development of diabetes.
Christi P replied to jimt1cgms's discussion 'Sensor Sites' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I too find that upper abdomen has caused bleeding and pain. Plus if it's in an area where I bend it can get irritated as well. So I stick to the lower abdomen, which limits the area I am able to use but hoping I'll be able to rotate it…"
Christi P replied to jimt1cgms's discussion 'Sensor Sites' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I prefer the abodomen myself. I tried the thigh but boy, oh boy, did that hurt! And the pain just dulled over time but never went away. Plus, I have a toddler who is just that height so he kept bumping into me and the site, or trying to sit on my…"
Christi P joined Manny Hernandez's group
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For users of any model of the Medtronic Minimed Paradigm insulin pump.
Christi P commented on Rob's mom's blog post 'A1C's'"That is wonderful! I'm sure it is challenging to manage diabetes in a boy so young. I find it hard enough to manage for myself as an adult. I agree with Robyn, you are a remarkable Mother and such a blessing to your son to take on such…"
DuckFiabetes! left a comment for Christi P"Thanks for the response. I'll see tomorrow what my doctor tells me. And I'll ask about a referral to an endo. Yeah, I live just 9 miles south of Nashville."
"Christi, thanks for the comment and for adding me! I'm glad you get the same thing from John 9:3 that I did. I've gotten other comments from people who didn't like it, but to each his own. ;)
I hope the weather is nice down in FL…"
Christi P left a comment for Katie I."Thanks Katie! It's so great to connect with another T1 mommy. Your little girl is precious. Yes, the time goes by very quickly! But it's so much fun. I'm going to have to look into all the books and blogs you reference here on your…"
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- How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
- To learn and communicate with others who also deal with this disease
- Date diagnosed
- August 28, 2001
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 6.3 (February 24, 2010)
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Minimed Paradigm 522 with CGM
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- http://twitter.com/christirp
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 12:52pm on March 24, 2010,
Katie I. said…
- Christi, thanks for the comment and for adding me! I'm glad you get the same thing from John 9:3 that I did. I've gotten other comments from people who didn't like it, but to each his own. ;)
I hope the weather is nice down in FL right now!
Have a great week,
Katie :)
- At 11:18am on March 24, 2010,
- Hey Christi, I found your blog and I love it! I also have a little one (she's 15 mos. now! Time flies)
Anyway, I just wanted to send you a belated welcome to TuD. :)
Katie
- At 8:22pm on February 26, 2010,
Jim Roach said… - Welcome to Tudiabetes Christi!
- At 3:35am on February 26, 2010,
Osob said… 
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Welcome to our wonderful community and feel free to get in touch if you need any help and I would be more then happy to help.
- At 7:36pm on February 25, 2010,
Robyn said… - Hello and Welcome!
- At 1:44pm on February 25, 2010,
Kitten said… - Hello & Welcome!
- At 12:15pm on February 25, 2010,
Marie B said… - hi, Christi, welcome. here is the new member guide
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes/New_Member_Guide
you can follow us on Twitter @tudiabetes and also our founder Manny @askmanny
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