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Sarah Keech replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin
Nyadach replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"I like the short ones for my stomach and flanks as the long ones were painful. But for the butt cheeks they are causing swelling and lumps due to not going in far enough it seems. I see my DSN (diabetic specialist nurse who handles things like this)…"
Sarah Keech replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"I put my CGM on my butt cheeck. This creates less scar tissue on my stomache. I just tried the short cannula that has a metal needle that stays in in the epidermis. I really liked it. The diabetic care coordinator I saw suggested I try different…"
Nyadach replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"Strangely found butt cheeks are a good spot for it. Only think is I do need to change the infusion sets for ones with longer needles in the cannula's as the ones I use on my stomach are too short when used and cause lumpiness (yet they work…"
Herr Pumpernickel replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"I've had to give up with the thighs. The skin marked badly and the insulin action was too much delayed. Sugar shot up during the day and plummeted overnight. With the Apidra, I lost the marking, but the action was still on the slow side from…"
Countrygirl replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"I use apidra in my pump, and have no issues with it lasting three or four days. I put my sites in my legs, and, hips, thighs, and stomach."
Herr Pumpernickel replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"I've just started using my thighs on medical advice and it's far more comfortable than expected. I also like the fact any damage is invisible if swimming etc. However... 1. The sites appear to last 2 days not 3 (more movement, less fat…"
Richard P Cosgrove replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"I mostly my abdomen but try to reach far as I can. I use the Sils and manually inserting would be hard.I still have some Quicksets and Sure-t's so I may try my upper backside and back love handles."
Sarah Keech replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"You can try that stubborn bit of fat most people refer to as the love handles areas. This area works better for me with shorter cannulas."
Mocha replied to Michelle's discussion 'Sites other than stomach?' in the group Pumping Our Insulin"I use my thighs, hips, and arms.
For the thighs, make sure it's in a fairly fatty area-that there's something you can pinch up. You can try shorter cannulas there as well. You can try pressing down hard on the area for kike 20 before you…"
Michelle added a discussion to the group Pumping Our Insulin
Sites other than stomach?
Can anyone suggest some new ares for the infusion sets? I need somewhere other than the stomach. My issue is that when I did needles I thought the thigh hurt terribly and I am afraid to do the infusion there. I need some ideas and advice. Even if you use the thigh can you let me know if you think it is painful and where on the thigh is the least painful. Thank YouSee More
Michelle left a comment for No-Sugar Added® Poetry"My Life Has Become a Detail (Diabetes, Death and Dreams) by: Michelle Kreiner
My life has become a detail, minute as a number,
thin as valley mist,
dull as a needle,
vague as a dream.
A dream of death…
She is a baby I still lift up,
dark…"
Michelle left a comment for No-Sugar Added® Poetry"Low By: Michelle Kreiner
The lowest of the lows; a feeling that I know.
Sweating and shaking
my thoughts are breaking
in waves, over my eyes.
I am afraid to die.
My brain feels a mess and I need to rest.
I need sugar fast
or I may just pass
out.…"
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- At 5:52pm on April 6, 2012,
Jeffrey said…
Michelle, welcome to our Happy Diabetic Family. We are here to offer friendships, advice and support through this journey in life. Once again, WELCOME !!
- At 5:20pm on April 5, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Welcome home Michelle...
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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- At 3:42pm on April 5, 2012,
catlover said… Hi Michelle- Welcome to TuD. We hope you like it here.
- At 11:17am on April 5, 2012,
Marie B said… hello Michelle, welcome to the community! please join us for the chat tomorrow afternoon
http://www.tudiabetes.org/events/open-chat-on-tudiabetes
- At 6:50am on April 5, 2012,
shoshana27 said… welcome
- At 5:08am on April 5, 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!!!
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