"I just use a camera case that I got at Walmart. It holds the pdm and a small lancing device that I have and then have a pill container that I use to hold the test strips. Like to travel light. Do carry extra supplies when traveling or going a…"
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Schmutz
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I value the friend who for me finds time on his calendar, but I cherish the friend who for me does not consult his calendar. ~Robert Brault
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Schmutz replied to Shawn MacKay's discussion 'pod removal' in the group OmniPod Users"Uni-solve like the others posted. Got mine at Walgreens (had to order it) cost about $13 for a small bottle and it last me almost a full year. Just before I change my pod wet a q-tip a few times and just moisten the adhesive tape w/ the q-tip (you…"
Schmutz replied to Bob S.'s discussion 'World's Best Kept Secret' in the group OmniPod Users"Agree Bob...so few actaully no about it but I'm starting to learn that the medical field does not move at the same speed as the rest of the world in terms of technology. Think the big companies have made a long time effort of perks and freebies…"
Schmutz replied to Benjamin McLaughlin's discussion 'Omnipod for newly diagnosed' in the group OmniPod Users"Ben...I use a cloth type tape by nexcare whenever I have an issue where I might have bumped a pod and it tears the backing and becomes lose, I've been able to salavage a few when this has happend or if I know I'm going to be more active or…"
Schmutz replied to Benjamin McLaughlin's discussion 'Omnipod for newly diagnosed' in the group OmniPod Users"Would agree with the last person that if you understand the carb counting bolusing with a pump does make it easier. I struggled with shots like you with getting the right amount as I'm insulin sensative so I don't need much. I used…"
Schmutz replied to Lindsay's discussion 'Just Curious, Is there anyone who is generally happy with the Omnipod?' in the group OmniPod Users"Hi Lindsay...I can't speak of any other system as Omnipod is the only one that I've used and I fought the idea of being on a pump for 2 years after I first got diagnosed. For me it was the thought of being hooked to a machine with a…"
Jgos replied to Schmutz's discussion 'OmniPod using Johnson & Johnson Lifescan?' in the group OmniPod Users"Very interesting. I was at St Barts hospital today (London). They were talking about a Dex / Omnipod closed loop system. I have to say it surprised me. Maybe this is part of the same push ??"
Bradford replied to Schmutz's discussion 'OmniPod using Johnson & Johnson Lifescan?' in the group OmniPod Users"There was some discussion of this in this post last month about One Touch in the New PDM.
I think there will likely be 2 PDMs available for a time period (as they introduce the new one touch version after the current Freestyle based system is…"
Schmutz added a discussion to the group OmniPod Users
OmniPod using Johnson & Johnson Lifescan?
Has anyone else read or ran across any info. on this? I just read an investement article on PODD that talks about OmniPod working with Johnson & Johnson. This is the first that I've heard of this and curious as to what it might mean or if a change in the pdm controller of the podds. Below is a cut and paste from the article I read...Just curious is anyone else knows anything more on this."Currently, Insulet Corporation’s next generation OmniPod insulin pump is awaiting 510(k) clearance from…See More
HPNpilot replied to Schmutz's discussion 'Temp basal "outside of delivery range"' in the group OmniPod Users"I ran into the same issue and it was the max basal setting as well."
Schmutz replied to Putertech's discussion 'What's your favorite spot....' in the group OmniPod Users"I sleep on my back mostly so I don't notice this, but I do have it just foward enough towards the front of my stomach that it doesn't bother me on the rare ocassion that I do sleep on a side. If fact my wife will tell me to sleep on my…"
Schmutz replied to Schmutz's discussion 'Temp basal "outside of delivery range"' in the group OmniPod Users"Thanks everyone...Think I've solved this issue and believe it's the max basal since I would try to increase or decrease by 5% and would still get the error. My setting was fairly low at .75/hr. Going to change this and should eliminate…"
Schmutz replied to Putertech's discussion 'What's your favorite spot....' in the group OmniPod Users"Like the back side of my arms the best but also use my sides just above the belt line and slightly towards my stomach so that way it's not out to the side and less likely to get knocked off. I just keep rotating in a circular fashion between my…"
jbowler replied to Schmutz's discussion 'Temp basal "outside of delivery range"' in the group OmniPod Users"Right; it won't deliver less than 0.05iu/hour *unless* you turn it "Off" explicitly.
I also tried the above experiment and my PDM wouldn't let me select -95% when my basal was 1.5iu/hour (that's .075iu/hour, as with your…"
jbowler replied to Schmutz's discussion 'Temp basal "outside of delivery range"' in the group OmniPod Users"It won't set actual basal rates of less than 0.05iu/hour except by switching the basal off completely. So if you use the % method of setting a temp basal (so you can enter a rate which is not a multiple of 0.05iu/hour) you can't use -95%…"
Celeste replied to Schmutz's discussion 'Temp basal "outside of delivery range"' in the group OmniPod Users"I have had this also with my daughter when her basals are low(and we are trying to reduce without turning it off) - so it definitely gives this if it is unable to calculate - not sure about the max since we have not hit that yet."
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- January 23, 2008
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- 5.9,5.8 since being on a pump, 6.1 w/ shots (13.3 when first dx'd)
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- Pump, Diet and Exercise
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1 Shot good for 120 days!!
Posted on July 16, 2010 at 12:46pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
I was on my Yahoo page today and noticed one of the top search subjects was "Insulin" and immeadiatly caught my attention. So I checked out what the search was and came across this article...Not sure how much has been out there on this but I had not heard of it before.
Some researchers have been working a new Long-Lasting Insulin Shot that could last for up to 120 days! Could you imagine only 3 shots a year...I'm hoping to see this in my lifetime! Take Care…
Continue Just for Fun Survey
Posted on May 17, 2010 at 7:56pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Took this survey on another user's page and thought I'd post. It was good therapy to answer some of these questions and it's neat to see others replies...Thanks to Lacy for putting this out there. Below are the questions and my replies Your responses may differ, give it a try, think it's best to just shoot from the hip.. See how you might answer some of these questions.
Name books/movies/tv with diabetic characters?\
Jay Cutler--QB for Chicago Bears (for now). Never really paid… Continue
Name books/movies/tv with diabetic characters?\
Jay Cutler--QB for Chicago Bears (for now). Never really paid… Continue
First POD--So Far So Good !
Posted on April 17, 2010 at 7:20am 4 Comments 0 Likes
To all of my friends that I’ve met and those I’ve yet to meet. I have read your posts, tips, suggestions, moral support and at times more than I could process. I’ve been officially on a pump (POD) for about 60 hours and just went thru my first POD change this morning (changed it early as wanted to get on a am change routine). I have to say that the first few days and the first change went off without a hitch. I even let my little guy hit the “launch” button as we are calling it—he thought that… Continue
Comment Wall (40 comments)
- At 9:05am on June 19, 2011,
lotsofshots said… - http://youtu.be/5IqCfxgKZd8
Hi there, hope you are well. A blog led me to your music player and I really like your playlist. Some of the artists I have not heard but love. Thought you would like this, you might already know it but I think it is nice. Have a nice Father's Day!
- At 7:47am on April 4, 2011,
Frankie Sloane said… - Thank you for the tip about the song, I will make time to listen to it later today!
- At 7:32am on December 12, 2010,
dannyboy said… Hey thanks for the reply, good to hear that you're killing it with your new pump!! Things have been still so confusing for me seems like i have to eat more than normal to keep my bg up. Everyone says I'm honey mooning and to enjoy it, so I have been except I'm back to work at a ski resort snowboarding as much as possible and burning through sugars fast while doing it seems like i always have to be munching on something ????
- At 7:25pm on October 28, 2010,
Mark Edwards said… - Hi Schmutz: I just saw your comment. I have only 1 dog right now. She is also a "british lab", and I run AKC and UKC hunt tests, UK style field trials, and the qualifying stake in US field trials. She has her HRCH UH and MH titles. I judge HRC and AKC hunt tests as well. I am your basic duck hunter and dog game junkie!
- At 6:52am on October 25, 2010,
870allamerican said… - Hi Schmutz, Yes the 870 allamerican is one of my trap guns. I've had it since 1976. My numbers usually run from 85 to 120 during the day except for when I eat. It goes up like a rocket and then falls almost as fast. My endo just shakes her head on that. My A1c's have always been good. I do not remember any over 7.5. Since pumping now for 2 1/2 years my #'s have been coming down. My last was 6.2 about 4 months ago.
- At 12:12pm on October 22, 2010, 870allamerican said…
- Sorry I messed up your username.
- At 12:11pm on October 22, 2010, 870allamerican said…
- Schmuzs, Good luck. I've been to South Dakota pheasant hunting 3 years ago. The guide was on a Minimed pump and that pushed me into getting one. I had problems with the minimed in 9 deg weather. My basal rate is so low (0.10/hr) that the insulin got affected. I researched the omnipod and went with it August 09. I works great in the cold under all my cold weather gear.
Ray
- At 6:10pm on August 16, 2010,
FHS said… - Hey Schmutz, yeah, I'm over this whole waiting thing!! Luckily for me, my endo has been ever so gently pushing me towards a pump for 9 months. It's just a matter of getting the goodies sent, setting up my training session, then doing it. Argghhhhh!!! >(
- At 8:51pm on May 4, 2010,
Robyn said… - OOOO I am so happy for you! Glad the Pod is working out so well. French Fries and Ice Cream? wow. And good BS's too??? That is just like a dream lol
Yes, I am going to my Primary doctor on Thurs of this week and he is putting in a referral to a Endo. then I will discuss the Pod. I will be a big chicken I just know it...it will take me some time to feel "safe" but, I really think it is time. Thanks for the offer to help....two more of my friends on TuD are on the Pod too. thanks again and I am so happy for you. Take Care
- At 8:37pm on May 4, 2010,
Roadpizza said… - Thanks Schmutz! Yes, I think the Pod is a better set up and I like everything about it. I just met with with the rep this evening and hope to get the ball rolling soon and be Podding along. I work with electricity....I don't play with it. I would not be around long if I did that. Yes, I would like to talk with a fellow lineman and get first hand information as to how it worked out for him......
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