"If you're using the 9 mm Quick Set, try the 6 mm version. I use the 6 mm without issue in my (muscular) thighs."
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Gerry
- 66, Male
- Roanoke, VA
- United States
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Gerry replied to Mark Horowitz's discussion 'Infusion sets for those with little body fat' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users
Jake replied to Gerry's discussion 'Contour USB: Likes and Dislikes' in the group Bayer ContourUSB Users"Likes: Color display with no need for backlight
Rechargable
Integrated USB/Software
Dislikes High gloss finish on device and esp display and BUTTONS..Ideally should be a replaceable anti glare film (ideally a matte finish screen with a protective…"
Maycri replied to Gerry's discussion 'Contour USB: Likes and Dislikes' in the group Bayer ContourUSB Users"I used to carry the One Touch Ultra smart, and I loved it but got the USB free and is so handy, now I'm torn. My ideal meter would be a combination of the two.
Contour USB (many i have copy/pasted) Likes:
the SIZE and shape
the fact that I can…"
Mike replied to Gerry's discussion 'Contour USB: Likes and Dislikes' in the group Bayer ContourUSB Users"Likes: No batteries needed.
Compact
The reminder feature
USB interface with my PC
No coding
The software that's downloaded from Bayer. It slightly more capable than the software resident on the meter.
Dislikes: Can't delete…"
Gerry replied to Kelly Collins's discussion 'DP is driving me crazy'"After frequent overnight testing (a pain!), I've set my MM522 basal rates as follows:
12:00 0.25 u/hr. 3:00 0.9 u/hr.
8:00 0.65 u/hr.
You need to determine when your dawn effect kicks in, then up the basal rate 30 minutes before. Your times and…"
Gerry replied to Carmen's discussion 'Take a look at this app: Fooducate'"I downloaded it (Evo 4G) but canceled before completing the installation process: I was turned off the the apparent requirement to create yet another set of internet credentials -- username, password,etc."
Gerry replied to jasonb's discussion 'Where else do you use for insertion sites besides your stomach?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I use mid and upper buttocks, lower back (i.e. above the beltline) left and right sides (above belt line), thighs high and low, and stomach. My rotation takes about 3 months before I return to any particular spot.
I have been pumping since 2007 and…"
Gerry left a comment for Cabaretro- The Diabetic Dancer"Thanks for the friend request. You're very talented!
Gerry"
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- Date diagnosed
- September 1, 1998
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 6.2
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- MiniMed 522
Comment Wall (22 comments)
- At 9:08am on January 26, 2012,
catlover said… Hi Gerry- HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!! Hope you have a GR8 day !!!
- At 5:06am on January 26, 2012,
Marie B said… Happy Birthday Gerry! have a great day.
- At 4:35am on January 26, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Gerry. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 1:33am on January 26, 2012,
brokenpole said… Happy Birthday, Gerry!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 9:48am on October 10, 2011,
bikette said…
- Those 'little' Vulcans are pretty cool and the name is so Trekky! I find as I get older my legs must get shorter and/or my bike gets taller! I almost dread stopping the bike anymore - I can barely touch ground on one side now and if that little patch of ground where I land my big toe happens to have a leaf or sand or oil on it, I'm pretty much SOL. and what's worse is that I'm no longer able to use leverage to my benefit! My aging shoulders and wimpy spine make it almost impossible for me to pick up my own machine and I really really REALLY hate asking some big strong young fella to help this 'little' old lady pick up her bike. I hate those comments like "Why would you buy a bike you can't pick up?" and my answer "Why would you have such a big mouth when your mind is so teeny?" Of course, I never have the nerve to say my line but I've certainly heard the former. "Big bike for sucha little girl" was common back when I was younger (and smaller) and I could pick it up back then! The bike still weighs 853 pounds 'naked' plus I've dressed it up with a full fairing and saddle bags. Add in a tank of ga$ and me - and we're up to half a ton!! HEAVY for more guys too! But now I just try very very hard not to get myself into situations where I might end up dropping the bike or even having to back it out of a parking spot - up hill. Howcum people never seem to realize we don't got no back-up gear?
Anyway - glad to meetcha Gerry (albeit a tad late) - and happy to be your friend - although I've probably just worn out my welcome with the above diatribe! :-)
- At 7:28pm on March 10, 2011,
Phyl said… - Hi Gerry. So nice to meet you. I see you are a Lada - 1.5. me, too. I'm coming up on my 1 year diagnosis. Sometimes feels like yesterday, sometimes feels like forever!! So glad to find some friends that understand to share with.
- At 11:58am on January 27, 2011, catlover said…
- Gerry-Thanks for the friend add. I hope you had a wonderful B-day ! The Medicare stuff can be very confusing, at least we don't have to deal with it frequently. The info available on this site is very helpful on many levels.
You were Dx'ed just about the same time as I was, and I am T-1. Hope you weren't hit too badly by the snow last night. My area ( near Philly ) got 17". Take care.
- At 9:33am on January 26, 2011, catlover said…
- Hi Gerry- HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!! I hope you have a GR8 day !!! This is the BIG one for you, now you have joined the Medicare crowd.
- At 12:23pm on December 30, 2010,
Emz said… - Hi Gerry Thank you for the freindly welcome Hopefully i can pick up new friends along the way ...The UK has some stunning areas, where did you visit? Have a Great New Year xxx
- At 9:44am on October 21, 2010,
Janice L Cotton said… - No worries!!! I'm not a whole lot younger than you. However, even my dermatologist's assisstant guessed my age to be 20 years younger than I am.
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