"Just like the others have said. I let the PDM go through the scanner like everything else. I tell the TSA agent that I'm wearing a pod and they wipe my hands for gunpowder. Never a problem."
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Michelle Johnson
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Michelle Johnson replied to rubidoux's discussion 'how do you feel about wearing your pod where it can be seen?' in the group OmniPod Users"I say embrace it. And bedazzle it. A few years ago I had to wear an eye patch for 3 months due to third nerve palsy (thank you again diabetes). Anyway, I knew people were going to be looking at me with an eye patch so....I got out the glue gun and…"
Linda G left a comment for Michelle Johnson"Greetings, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY Michelle.....
Best Wishes on your Special Day....and on the next 364 days!
How's it all going? Do you have any questions or comments?"
lotsofshots left a comment for Michelle Johnson"I hope you have a very Happy Birthday today and one that is extra special.
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Michelle Johnson replied to Esjay's discussion 'Aetna - any issues with Omnipod approval?' in the group OmniPod Users"I have Aetna and they cover all the expenses of the Omnipods. The PDA and all the pods. Never a problem in 3 years."
Michelle Johnson replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion '3rd nerve damage' in the group Diabetics With Eye Problems"Thanks for replying. In a strange way it's nice to know some one else has experienced this. I'm happy to say that a week ago the double vision went away and now I'm patch-free. It was difficult trying to drive and work with only one…"
Brunetta replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion '3rd nerve damage' in the group Diabetics With Eye Problems"I have had the double vision ( diplopia)on and off , for about 7 years. It has never been continuous. though I have had it for as long as 3 days.. Most recent long-term double vision episode was June of 2010: Lasted 3 days..
I went to a…"
AML replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion 'Smaller pods' in the group Omnipod Users"I have "attended" several of Insulet's online presentations to the financial community this year and at one point they said that their plan is to submit for approval in the 3rd quarter and that they are hoping for sign-off by the end…"
Susan Anderson replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion 'Smaller pods' in the group Omnipod Users"Our son has been using the OmniPod since Jan 2008. The reps have been telling us since we got it - now 2.5 years later, that the smaller pod is coming out - they always say by summer or fall and nothing happens. I think that getting stuff approved…"
MaiaJane replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion 'Smaller pods' in the group Omnipod Users"
Can't remember where I found this... but I asked a rep about it and though he officially couldn't say anything, I've got a feeling this is either THE smaller pod, or it's pretty darn close..."
Serena replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion 'Smaller pods' in the group Omnipod Users"I've talked to both Solo and Insulet reps at the recent ADA conference. Solo, 2012 with hopes but not expectations for sooner. And, smaller pods have been submitted to the FDA, and I was told they're hoping for early 2011. Unfortunately,…"
Baby Tee replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion '3rd nerve damage' in the group Diabetics With Eye Problems"I have experienced this, but I never asked my opthomologist about it. Sorry. Wish I cuold help."
Steve D replied to Michelle Johnson's discussion 'Smaller pods' in the group Omnipod Users"Last I heard on Solo was early 2012. I dont follow the smalller pod."
Michelle Johnson added a discussion to the group Diabetics With Eye Problems
3rd nerve damage
Hi-I've been type 2 for 10 years. And have had my third episode of double vision. The first time was 6 years ago and it was only an issue of temporary double vision when looking up and down. It was like my eye was delayed in re-focusing. Last year same thing happened, only lasted a few days. One month ago...it happened again and didn't go away. I've been experiencing double vision continuosly. Went to the neuro-opthamologist and he told me it was damage to the 3rd cranial nerve and that it…See More
Michelle Johnson joined Manny Hernandez's groupDiabetics With Eye Problems
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- At 8:11pm on August 21, 2011, Linda G said…
Greetings, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY Michelle.....
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 11:47am on August 21, 2011, lotsofshots said…
- I hope you have a very Happy Birthday today and one that is extra special.
- At 8:21am on August 21, 2011,
SEAGATOR said… - Happy,Happy Birthday,Michelle. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 8:41pm on May 22, 2009,
Toni Crebbin said… - Hey Michelle, welcome to tudiabetes! I think you will find this a great place of support. If you click on "groups" above, you will find one for NW Diabetics. Feel free to join and introduce yourself.
- At 3:55pm on May 19, 2009,
Robyn said… - welcome!
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