"Maybe another choice, besides using vodka before inserting, is to use some ice cubes on the spot for 3-5 minutes. When I was initially experimenting with inserting the lance, I was also paralyzed with fear at times, but found icing the area…"
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Islet transplantation
Started this discussion. Last reply by rachel Dec 23, 2010. 61 Replies 0 Likes
I was one of 36 people selected to participate in the Canadian Edmonton Protocol at the University of Minnesota. I received two sets of islet (beta cell) transplants. I was insulin free for one year…Continue
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Donna replied to kristinalscott's discussion 'Got the CGM today and its driving me nuts....any ideas??'"It takes a while to get used to how the CGM works. I found that getting the sensor inserted correctly was the key to having the monitor work correctly. I learned from a nurse, who also has diabetes, wears a GCM, and works for Medtronic) to show me…"
Donna replied to Katie I.'s discussion 'Use expired Medtronic sensors??'"I have used expired sensors, but only when they have been 6 months or less. They seem to work fine. I, too, became frustrated with first using the GCM and did not use it for a year. After learning what I was doing wrong as far as inserting the thing…"
Donna replied to Gina Capone's discussion 'Which insurance covered your CGM'"I also had 100% coverage by BCBS of Iowa. Medicare first had to deny coverage and then the agency passed on the coverage question to BCBS and the latter approved it."
Donna replied to Cassie's discussion 'QUESTION about students who study abroad in US'"I would not plan to depend on the US healthcare system. Our system usually fails in comparison to most other modern countries and even in comparison with less wealthy nations.
Anyway. . .you might want to check with the student disability office at…"
Donna replied to Anthea pena's discussion 'Bikram yoga & CGM'"I have used a CGM while doing hot house yoga and have had no difficulty with keeping it on. If you do notice that the tape starts to curl, you might want to slap a new tape over the old one after first trying the area. I also remove my pump…"
Linda G left a comment for Donna"HAPPY BIRTHDAY DONNA!! 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…"
Donna replied to Jean Leonard's discussion 'Ideas for wearing the pump under a dress?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I, too, have found that wearing the pump underneath the band between the two sides of my bra works the best. I bought a couple of small pouches many years ago that work really well for this.I have also purchased infant socks at second-hand stores…"
Donna posted a status"Thanks to all of you who wished me a Happy Birthday.Had a great day with my family. 48 years with Type I DM and hope to see many more."
Donna added a discussion to the group Pumping Seniors
Medicare coverage
I have been on Medicare for almost five years. Medicare will cover Medtronic pumps and supplies. Medicare does not yet cover Continuous Glucose Monitors. They sent a denial notice to my secondary insurance (Wellmark), and the secondary company paid most of the cost of the CGM and supplies. I do not think Medicare has enough information yet to approve CGM's. Maybe with time and more evidence, Medicare will approve coverage. You can also negotiate with the providing company and it might work out…See More
Donna replied to sarah's discussion 'Trouble with CGM'"I, too, have had difficulty with inserting and wearing a CGM. I do one thing that seems to help a bit with the insertion pain and bleeding. Before you insert, apply an ice pack of some sort--to the area you plan to stick--so that area will be…"
Donna replied to Dayle's discussion 'Does caffeine raise your blood glucose?'"I have been checking my blood glucoses an hour or so after drinking my standard two cups of "half and half" (half caffeine, half decaffeinated) and I have observed an increase in blood glucoses by about 20-30 mg. This follows a normal…"
Donna replied to DeanSemperfi's discussion 'I would like to see a show of hands on what your strong opinions are on the CGMS ( Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems)'"Actually, once it is in, it is not that painful. The moment of injecting is the worse. I think it is seriously insane to expect people to inject such huge needles in the first place. Medtronic needs to work on this problem."
Donna replied to DeanSemperfi's discussion 'I would like to see a show of hands on what your strong opinions are on the CGMS ( Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems)'"Yes, but I would have to get fatter in the middle and I don't think it works that way when one gains weight! I do not think my insurance company would pay for a second CGM, so I don't know if it would be worth it to undergo a trial and…"
Donna replied to DeanSemperfi's discussion 'I would like to see a show of hands on what your strong opinions are on the CGMS ( Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems)'"I wanted to add something to my earlier comments. First thanks to those who replied to my specific complaints. Next, I did find that a suggestion by one of my "trainers" helped with the pain associated with insertion of the needle. I put…"
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- Not sure. Would like to share with others who deal with Type I diabetes. I feel alone with this disease most of the time because I do not know any one who has Type I DM
- Date diagnosed
- May 10, 1964
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 7
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- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Medtronic 522
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- At 6:45pm on January 10, 2013, Linda G said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DONNA!!
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.
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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- At 3:50am on January 10, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Donna. I wish for you a most wonderful day. Come back and see us, ENJOY!!!
- At 4:25am on January 10, 2012, SEAGATOR said…
Happy,Happy Birthday,Donna. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 8:34pm on January 13, 2011,
Lois said… - Donna:
Glad your plans to go to Guatemala caved in. You were where God wanted you to be ... both for your hubby and your daughter. Glad to hear all of you are doing fine now. Wanna waft some of those good vibes my way?
Anyway, thanks for giving me an update on your adventures.
Lois
- At 3:18pm on January 10, 2011, Linda G said…
- Greetings Donna....
Best Wishes on your Special Day....and on the next 364 days!
How's it all going? Do you have any questions or comments?
- At 2:08pm on January 11, 2010, Lois said…
- Donna:
Just curious .... what is taking you to Guatamala for that long? Mission work?
Lois
- At 9:37pm on January 9, 2010, Lois said…
- Donna:
Myspace Happy Birthday Comments & Graphics
Lois La Rose
Milwaukee, WI
- At 5:07pm on November 24, 2009,
Doris D said… - Hey Donna,
Hear you! I done the pancres transplant in the early 90's (91 or 2 to be exact) and got insulin free for 2 years but the meds....well I decided when it came back I would just stay a diabetic I knew how to handel it! As for the rest of me like you I look fine............. let's just not talk about it! HA!! I don't even count those years of being insulin free anymore. Yep done the hands, arms and shoulder too my heart well I DON'T WANT TO KNOW! HA!!!
- At 10:25am on November 24, 2009, Doris D said…
- Welcome Donna! Looks like you got diagnosed about 9 years before mr with Type 1 So how you doing???
- At 11:00pm on November 23, 2009,
Robyn said… - Hi and Welcome!
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