"Aside from being sick, I think my unexplained highs occur most frequently when I get in the habit of skipping exercise. Personally, I can usually chase away an unexplained high by getting my heart rate up for a while - like ten minutes of quickly…"
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MikeU replied to MeganB's discussion 'Highs after pod changes again!!!!!' in the group OmniPod Users
TracySue123 replied to MikeU's discussion 'Dexcom calibration frequency' in the group Dexcom Users"Thanks for the info! I am switching from the 7 to the G4 in nine days (but who's counting lol) and did not know that you can enter all of your finger sticks in to the G4. Yet another reason I am excited to get started with it. :)"
MikeU replied to Mary's discussion 'Transmitter replacement cost' in the group Dexcom Users"Insurance companies are for-profit businesses. They are not in business to "take care of their customers" any more than Dexcom or Wal-Mart. The insurance business in its entirety is at least as evil as any other business."
MikeU replied to Mary's discussion 'Transmitter replacement cost' in the group Dexcom Users"Such is life with healthcare in the US. I recently had blood work done - coded as 4 or 5 different tests. The "price" was listed as nearly $600. The cost to my insurance company was about $60. My 10% copay was about $6. Healthcare…"
Brad Ringer replied to MikeU's discussion 'Dexcom calibration frequency' in the group Dexcom Users"Tech support told me the same thing for 7+, with one exception. They told me if the meter was 80 mgdl or lower, only to calibrate if the the meter was more than 20 mgdl different, not 20%. My CDE told me to take two separate reading at start-up…"
Andy replied to MikeU's discussion 'Dexcom calibration frequency' in the group Dexcom Users"It doesn't matter how it's measuring it, if you enter 120 it should then be showing 120 until 5 minutes passes and it can show a few higher or lower. But inevitibly I will enter 120 and then it shows 115. :/"
MikeU replied to MikeU's discussion 'Dexcom calibration frequency' in the group Dexcom Users"I thought the same when I was told to do it during training. At that time, I was told to check my left & right hand. I was quite surprised to see the difference in the readings. I forget the actual numbers, but I was literally shocked - having…"
Andy replied to MikeU's discussion 'Dexcom calibration frequency' in the group Dexcom Users"I have a 7+ and never actually do two calibrations for startup. I tried the first few times, and it was just a waste of a strip since they were always within a point or two. I only enter a calibration when it's not trending right. Sometimes…"
MikeU added a discussion to the group Dexcom Users
Dexcom calibration frequency
There was a thread recently, which I wasn't able to find, that discussed the calibration frequency for the Dexcom. There were a number of suggestions in the thread.I couldn't remember what I was told during my 7+ training, so I asked Dexcom support. The response I got was the following...7+ and G4 Calibrate with 2 meter readings at startup, as prompted.Never enter two meter readings within 5 minutes, except at startup.Calibrate when prompted, normally every 12 hours.7+ If you happen to take…See More
MikeU replied to LukesMom's discussion 'Dexcom Not 30-40 points off BG reading' in the group Dexcom Users"For me, it's not entirely abnormal to get variation between the 7+ and my meter. Heck, I just got two FreeStyle meters with my OmniPod and the FreeStyle meters were giving pretty different readings from the two OneTouch meters I had been using…"
MikeU replied to Mom 2 Kyle's discussion 'OmniPod Pros and Cons' in the group OmniPod Users"I wouldn't be comfortable with a vague reason for excluding a possible solution that may have some benefits over others. I'd very much want details about those prior poor experiences."
indolent replied to MikeU's discussion 'Rx for every 3 days or 2 days for 90-day supply?' in the group OmniPod Users"Like Ren, I find that I average closer to the 80 hour mark with the pods also so I haven't had any issues with the 30 pod supply for 90 days. I've been on the pods for about a year and I already have enough that I haven't touched the…"
MikeU replied to MikeU's discussion 'Rx for every 3 days or 2 days for 90-day supply?' in the group OmniPod Users"Good idea. I sure would like the smaller pod as soon as possible.
Since you have surplus, can't you place another order at any time - like right after they start shipping the new ones? You would be wasting the big pods, but maybe they could be…"
MikeU replied to Mom 2 Kyle's discussion 'OmniPod Pros and Cons' in the group OmniPod Users"To add to Bradford's info about the meter...
I just started on the OmniPod a week ago. The starter kit I received also had a "standalone" Freestyle meter - in addition to the one built into the PDM.
Also, the new Freestyle meter seems…"
Kimberly replied to MikeU's discussion 'Rx for every 3 days or 2 days for 90-day supply?' in the group OmniPod Users"I started off with a 2-day script back in late 2009, which led to me cancelling auto-refill sometime back in October of last year, I think. I've still got enough pods to get me through June, which means I'll have to wait for the new small…"
MikeU replied to MikeU's discussion 'Rx for every 3 days or 2 days for 90-day supply?' in the group OmniPod Users"Thanks Ren. I'm loving my barnacles so far. In the warmer weather, when I do a lot of biking, I'll probably enjoy them even more."
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- At 5:16pm on December 3, 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 4:59pm on December 3, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Mike...
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,
click on "all groups". 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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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 12:08pm on December 3, 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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