"Hi Rissa, I've been using the new Dexcom G4 to compliment my Omnipod and have found it life-transforming so would wholeheartedly recommend it. Are you in the States? Apparently it should get FDA approval within the next few months and is…"
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Do emotions really play into your bg #s?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Erin Huff Carper Oct 27, 2011. 24 Replies 0 Likes
So.. I just have to rant..I work in a doctor's office -- when I had gotten in to open up the clinic, the person that usually comes in at 830am didn't show.. typically when this person shows up, I…Continue
Symptoms of Highs
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brandi Mar 9, 2010. 16 Replies 0 Likes
So I've been wondering what symptoms (besides the obvious i.e. excessive thirst and excessive bathroom breaks) do you get when you have a high bg#? I get super dizzy and I can't seem to talk... my…Continue
Emotions...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Osob Mar 8, 2010. 14 Replies 0 Likes
So tell me, do emotions really effect bg#s? I know stress does... I haven't really noticed if it effects me with any other emotions I've felt, but stress (I have tested bgs during stressful times and…Continue
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clubkobe replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"My Dex has been great. I would say it's very accurate 80% of the time. When you first fire up a new sensor, it takes awhile to settle in but after about a day or less, I get readings very precise to what my finger sticks are showing. I…"
ATRannals replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"I would highly recommend the Dexcom. When I finally decided to get serious about my diabetes, I decided that the more data I had, the better decisions would be more apparent. At least for me, it's made a tremendous difference in my treatment.…"
cyndibug replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"I've had my OmniPod for about 5 years & my Dexcom since March. I love them both! I was not too keen on getting the Dex at first. The idea of having 2 things stuck to me at all times. But once I got it, I was hooked! I have had great success…"
Scott Wilkins replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"Found this good Youtube video review of Dexcom + Omnipod
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5qy9QKYY20&feature=related"
Scott Wilkins replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"I love the idea of CGM, but I don't think they are quite up to the task yet. At least not for everyone. I'm sure if I tried one, I might have a different opinion. None-the-less, I'm waiting for Omnipod to work with Dexcom so there is…"
Gary replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"CGEMs are good for tracking changes in BG and low incident alarm. It also gives a sense of security about what is going on, although sometimes unwarranted It is usually quite accurate when your BG is close to normal -between 80 and 120. Sudden…"
jbowler replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"I initially thought this was a great idea; I started with both Omnipod and a Dexcom CGM. Unfortunately it did not work out at all for me, the Dexcom continually failed. It attaches like an Omnipod, though it is a lot smaller, unfortunately it never…"
DEA replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'CGM.. WHHhaaa???' in the group OmniPod Users"I have a Dexcom CGM and I think it's a very nice way to keep track of how your blood sugar is actually tracking over the course of a day. The calibration is not too big a deal; basically once every twelve hours after the initial two…"
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CGM.. WHHhaaa???
Ok, so I've only been on he Omnipod since last summer .. my endo has recently introduced the idea of getting a CGM.. I sorta get the idea.. it's supposed to track my BG's every 5 minutes and I'd still have to calibrate it with finger sticking...I just wanted to know if anyone out there has this device and can tell me more about it..I suppose how it affects one's daily life.. how much supplies you need to bring with you..what do you do when you travel with it..etcThe idea of having a CGM sorta…See More
Andy Taylor replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'Side-Effects' in the group Metformin 4 us"Outstanding, Hana! I hope to someday do likewise."
"I've been on Metformin for about 10 years, without any problems. I must be one of the lucky ones. I have never neede to increase my dose, so I'm still on 2 x 500mg per day. And A1c in the 5s, but Ido low carb Hana"
Dub1045 replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'Side-Effects' in the group Metformin 4 us"I had lots of problems with it. Even the Extended Release. I have gone low carb (Dr Bernsteins program) and have been able to discontinue the drug, I feel better every day I am not on it. (I am lucky my BG is under control with diet.)"
Andy Taylor replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'Side-Effects' in the group Metformin 4 us"I personally try to go Slow Carb and Low Glycemic. When I succeed, I inject very low doses of insulin and at least half my Metformin dose."
RobtJr60 replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'Side-Effects' in the group Metformin 4 us"Because I take so many medication (for other medical problems) along with Metformin, I never know what is causing a side effect.
I do get nauseous and perspire. Once the feeling passes, I'm good. Sometimes it takes a couple of hours for that…"
deb1126 replied to RissaMae83's discussion 'Side-Effects' in the group Metformin 4 us"I have been on metformin for 2 years. I have the nausea and othe GI issues. For the past couple weeks I have had terrible stomach cramps. Does anyone else have this problem?"
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BG Tutorial
Posted on May 9, 2012 at 11:28am 0 Comments 1 Like
Ok.. so this is probably useless.. but I just uploaded an old video that I made from last year on how to check your blood sugars...
Eh.. I was feeling inspired and I wanted to post something up for those who are newly diagnosed. I am not claiming that Im an expert but thought I'd share my video to everyone. It is only now that I am posting it.. dunno why, but why not? I have not seen a lot of people doing so.
So here's the link:…
Continue LADA Update...
Posted on October 17, 2011 at 7:33pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Hello all!!
So, it's been quite a few months.. again..
I've just been so busy!! Life just takes off... =) in a good way, I suppose.
Anyway, so the last time I wrote to you all, was to tell you about how my health has been for the past two years.. well let me tell you what it's been like for these past few months..
My new endocrinologist did confirm that I was misdiagnosed as Type 2, and really am an LADA patient (and how appropriate it is to talk about it… Continue
So, it's been quite a few months.. again..
I've just been so busy!! Life just takes off... =) in a good way, I suppose.
Anyway, so the last time I wrote to you all, was to tell you about how my health has been for the past two years.. well let me tell you what it's been like for these past few months..
My new endocrinologist did confirm that I was misdiagnosed as Type 2, and really am an LADA patient (and how appropriate it is to talk about it… Continue
My New Adventures... if you can call it that...
Posted on June 22, 2011 at 6:13pm 9 Comments 2 Likes
Hi everyone!
It has been some time since I've written a blog on tudiabetes! Where to begin...
Well.. let's start all over.
I've been in denial all these years... Since being diagnosed on October 24, 2009, I was fully aware of all the risks and complications diabetes can play in my life. I've struggled to control my sugars.. especially the cravings, and have to admit have cheated... I'd eat a diabetic approved meal, but end up destroying myself by… Continue
It has been some time since I've written a blog on tudiabetes! Where to begin...
Well.. let's start all over.
I've been in denial all these years... Since being diagnosed on October 24, 2009, I was fully aware of all the risks and complications diabetes can play in my life. I've struggled to control my sugars.. especially the cravings, and have to admit have cheated... I'd eat a diabetic approved meal, but end up destroying myself by… Continue
Trying to Keep Up... Part 1
Posted on July 5, 2010 at 6:51am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Hmmm...
I can feel it.
My head is in a puff of clouds ...
my eyes sting -- puffy and red
my shoulders feel heavy
my arms aren't functioning correctly -- they're just hanging there
It's even hard to type -- my fingers won't cooperate (and you wouldn't believe how many miss spells I have this far -- Thank you Spell…
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- At 8:30pm on October 26, 2011,
Tee Juan Dee said… - i hardly ever bruise with syringe and the needle is almost twice as big...strange...
- At 8:22pm on October 26, 2011, Tee Juan Dee said…
- i think the pens are just easier and quicker in a hospital setting...i got the syringe in the hospital..sooo...
- At 7:52pm on October 26, 2011, Tee Juan Dee said…
- a nurse friend of mine told me they only use pens in the hospital because they are more accurate than a syringe...i dont knoe if i agree with her either:)
- At 7:45pm on October 26, 2011, Tee Juan Dee said…
- never used a pen...i take 18 units lantus and 2-4 units novalog for bolus
- At 7:32pm on October 26, 2011, Tee Juan Dee said…
- do you use a basal as well as fast acting?
- At 8:30am on September 8, 2011,
Robyn said… - Happy Birthday!
- At 5:36am on September 8, 2011,
SEAGATOR said… - Happy,Happy Birthday,RissaMae83. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 4:59am on September 8, 2011,
Linda G said… 
Greetings, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY RissaMae.....
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 1:52am on September 8, 2011,
brokenpole said… - Happy Birthday, RissaMae!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 8:07pm on September 8, 2010, Linda G said…
- Hope you had the best of times on your Special Day RissaMae.....
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