"I went swimming with the G4 several times a day for a fortnight last July around a yacht in the Med with the receiver hung up in a waterproof bag on deck and it caught the vast majority of my readings as I swam around the boat and bays. The sensor…"
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English lady replied to Leata's discussion 'Sensor/Transmitter Through Security at Airports?' in the group Dexcom UsersEnglish lady replied to cathy van de moortele's discussion 'Swimming with Dexcom' in the group Dexcom UsersEnglish lady replied to Jaybyrd's discussion 'Dexcom G4 transmitter lifespan' in the group Dexcom Users"Mine is a standalone unit which I use with an Omnipod pump, affectionately known as my "plug-ins"!"
English lady replied to Jaybyrd's discussion 'Dexcom G4 transmitter lifespan' in the group Dexcom Users"Hi, mine's been going since beginning of last July."
English lady replied to cathy van de moortele's discussion 'Swimming with Dexcom' in the group Dexcom Users"Hi Cathy, the sender/transmitter is waterproof so you don't need to put tape on it. The receiver is not waterproof so mustn't get wet though."
English lady replied to alba37's discussion 'Any tips for a new CGM user?' in the group Dexcom Users"The Seven Plus is being replaced by the G4 which costs about the same and is a significant improvement. Available in UK from Advanced Therapeutics. I've been using one since last July. The transmitter and receiver have limited lifespan whether…"
English lady replied to Mary's discussion 'Transmitter replacement cost' in the group Dexcom Users"Please excuse me interrupting but I just saw your insurance claim and am staggered by the mark-up! I have to self-fund G4 in UK as it's not available on our NHS yet but paid the equivalent of under $2,000 for exactly the same as you have…"
English lady replied to LACA310's discussion 'Getting ??? on your G4 - Might be synthetic fabrics' in the group Dexcom Users"Hi, I am in UK and have been using the G4 since July. I find the main cause of ??? for me is having showers after week one. I now try to protect the transmitter from the full force of water during my daily showers to try to prevent it getting…"
English lady replied to Unknown Diabetic's discussion 'Dexcom Billing' in the group Dexcom Users"My apologies for butting in from UK but I was told the G4 sensors are about the same price as the 7+ - £62.50 plus postage so just over $100.......?"
English lady replied to Helmut's discussion 'U.S. FDA Approves the Dexcom G4(TM) PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)' in the group Dexcom Users"The accuracy was generally fine until the last day or two when I see gaps in the readings where it is not transmitting continuously and sometimes some wildly incorrect readings in the hours before a sensor finally fails. I'm wondering whether…"
English lady replied to Helmut's discussion 'U.S. FDA Approves the Dexcom G4(TM) PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)' in the group Dexcom Users"I've managed to successfully restart one G4 sensor twice so got a total of 4 weeks out of it. The others have failed at 2-3 weeks but all restarted after 7 days with no problems."
English lady replied to Lauren Granata 's discussion 'Help!!'"Hi Lauren,
I'd be surprised if there was a diabetic out there who hasn't at some point felt the same way as you do now. Having diabetes is a total downer, but please hang in there and look after your body now. With technological advances…"
English lady replied to Helmut's discussion 'U.S. FDA Approves the Dexcom G4(TM) PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)' in the group Dexcom Users"Sorry Joyce, I can't compare as I didn't use the 7+."
English lady replied to Helmut's discussion 'U.S. FDA Approves the Dexcom G4(TM) PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)' in the group Dexcom Users"Hi Don, As the transmitter can't be turned off the inbuilt battery will still gradually drain even when not in use. My G4 is into its 4th month but, ever the optimist, I'm hoping that the 6 month guarantee is a conservative estimate and it…"
English lady replied to Helmut's discussion 'U.S. FDA Approves the Dexcom G4(TM) PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)' in the group Dexcom Users"Hi Holger, I've been using the G4 since early July (in UK) and have successfully started every sensor after the 7 day period. They have all lasted between 2-4 weeks."
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- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
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- Hope to help others.
- Date diagnosed
- February 2, 1996
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump, CGM
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- Omnipod
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- At 3:29am on September 23, 2012,
123jo123 said… Hi thanks for replying - how old were you when you found out and how did you find out - i think im still in denial and i am finding this quite hard - i think it will be better when i get my diagnosis as i still feel ill but not sure if it is just worry
- At 2:44pm on September 12, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home English lady!
(To convert mmol/L to mg/dL, multiply the mmol number by 18.
I'm in Canada...we too use the mmol system)
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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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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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 1:15pm on September 12, 2012,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn 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 even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 11:16am on September 12, 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!!!
- At 10:12am on September 12, 2012,
Jim Roach said… Welcome to TuDiabetes English Lady!
- At 8:54am on September 12, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyway we can help just ask us! Come join us on our live chat on the bottom of our homepage. Here's a link to help u on ur way http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes.
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