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Started this discussion. Last reply by Anthony Holko Dec 29, 2010. 89 Replies 0 Likes
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Don Crawford replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users
T1Forever replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"At 2 years, I asked my endo and he said it may be time for a new one. Never had problems with it and ept it as a back up. Tried it a while back for a day and it was still reading well. I keep it in the charger and marked "OLD" on it with a…"
Anthony replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"hmmm......my transmitter lasted just about 18 months, then it completely went dead on me. I was without one for 3 weeks while all the approvals went through and I really missed it. To be honest, I thought I'd enjoy _not_ having it, but that was…"
Kim B. replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Thanks for the infor about them releasing the new one in January...I still haven't decided to get a new one or wait...this news makes me want to wait.
As for the 3, 6, etc days using a sensor I know what they say you should do. But when a…"
Jennifer replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"First of all..I can safely say that six is the most you should have it in for.. and my trainer said that is all you can do..while they are trying to get 6 days approved by the FDA it is not yet, so legally from Medtronic standpoint.. 3 is all your…"
Kim B. replied to gabby's discussion 'New minimed 523 user 20 questions' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Hi - Answering the ones I have comments on.
2. What site do you use and why/ have you tried others/how long is your tubing/canula/site rotation? I use my tummy for the site, I find it comfortable. I use the longer tubing (43, 32 length) because…"
Hope replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"It is so interesting to hear what works...I was told never to pinch the skin when inserting the CGM, but I am ready to try anything at this point...."
Mike Carter replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"This discussion started with "life of the transmitter" and seems to have digressed into "life of the sensor." These are two separate issues but do have potential relationships. From personal experience and talking to a lot of…"
Natalie ._c- replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Hi, Jenni,
You've convinced me. Next sensor, I will try upper thigh, because I have been very disappointed with accuracy near the waist. It has missed lows in the 50's and highs in the 200's AND reported false highs and lows as well.…"
Kim B. replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Yeah, same here. Sometimes it's ok no pain or very little but other times, major ouchie! But it's worth it to me. I use the top thigh in the center. I find it doesn't interfere too much with every day things and stays out of the way…"
Hope replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Jenni-
Upper thigh, huh! Really/ It sound painful....sometimes it really hurts on my stomach and other times it feels fine. That is my biggest complaint with the sensor....I hate insertion!"
Kim B. replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I've only used my upper thighs! :) I used to get a pretty long life on them...longest was 3 weeks. That's why I'm thinking it's the transmitter dying.... I think I might go ahead and see how much it will cost to get another one.…"
Jenni replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Have you tried using your upper thigh area for your sensor. When I used it around the waist line I would only get about six days and they were not very accurate. Did not follow the highs and lows very well. Someone here mentioned how well they were…"
Mike Carter replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I'm on my fourth Minilink transmitter. For me, the average life expectancy is about 18 months with the shortest being 12 months and the longest about three years. And before someone yells about my math and they haven't been out long enough…"
Kim B. replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Thanks for the responses. I know that interference can and will happen, just seemed odd that I hadn't experienced quite that terribly and wondered if it was another sign to get a new transmitter. Right now, since I've met my deductible…"
Natalie ._c- replied to Kim B.'s discussion 'Life span of a CGM Transmitter?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Well, if the transmitter fails to charge in spite of having a new battery in the charger, or won't hold a charge longer than 3 days, it's definitely time to get a new one. I think the warranty limit is a CYA thing, not necessarily related…"
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- At 8:49am on March 29, 2010,
Erika said… - hello, my name is erika and I just got a minimed revel. I was wondering if you could post any photos of what yours looks like? I got mine last thursday and I cannot open the box because i am waiting to see if insurance is going to pay for it because they did not cover a pump in the past. thanks so much. i am very anxious to open the box when i find out about insurance.
- At 7:07pm on March 9, 2010,
Joanne said… - welcome to PA diabetics Kim. I'm in Allentown.
- At 6:59pm on July 20, 2009,
Patti Burns said… - Welcome to tudiabetes, Kim! Here you will find alot goin on as I have for over two years now lots of friends and support.
- At 11:12pm on July 14, 2009,
Kristin said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes Kim! Glad that you joined!
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