"They will set it up for you in terms of the specific doses and basic settings so don't worry too much about that. Pay most attention to the how to connect the device and maintain it and also how to use the bolus wizard which is very simple.…"
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Smithy replied to Magnifmeggers's discussion 'How's the pain?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Hi Mag,
I could give you the 'soft' answer and tell you that it will never be painful but the truth is that it's the same as inserting any type of needle into your body - Some hurt and some just don't. Over time you will…"
Smithy replied to Sarah Jane Greenshields's discussion 'Diabetes accessories.' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Oh sorry ... and for the long trips I carry a glucose needle as well!"
Smithy replied to Sarah Jane Greenshields's discussion 'Diabetes accessories.' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"This is an interesting one ... I have two strategies. For long outings (one full day) I carry a bag (still looking for one that doesn't look too 'girly') with a few small bottles of glucose drink, maybe an apple or something, a tester…"
Smithy replied to Anonymous Jim's discussion 'OK thinking of switching to a pump'"Here is a tip for anyone using or planning on using the MM CGM ... insert it the night before you intend to use it. I guarentee you that the the accuracy will improve. All CGM have accuracy issues we all know that ... but I can assure you that this…"
Smithy replied to Anonymous Jim's discussion 'OK thinking of switching to a pump'"It's been 6 months for me on MM Veo with CGM ... It takes some work to get it right but my adice is simply this. Take the plunge and then don't give up when things get frustrating. Once you get your basal and bolus measure right and you…"
Smithy replied to Kati *'s discussion 'Quick Sets' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Hi, I have had this problem also and I can tell you that the problem is not the connector (attached to the tubing) but the set attached to your body. I know this because I have had the issue about 4 times in 4 months of pumping and I've…"
Smithy commented on Manny Hernandez's group 'Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users'"I met with a medtronic representative for a sensor start about 2 months ago and asked this very question of him "Why can't I use lithium batteries"? The answer was this ... because you won't get a warning that the battery is…"
Smithy replied to Stuart's discussion 'Yes or No: cured in your lifetime?'"Until the pump arrived for general consumption (which was not that long ago) the progress made was a needle disguised as a pen.
I’m a glass half full kind of person but given the huge consumables business riding on the coat tails of our…"
Smithy replied to adam nash's discussion 'Medtronic pump with CGM users'"Hi Everyone,
I just started on MM and CGM and have found it very useful. Good for trending information, and if you set the alerts a little higher than an hypo you can get fair warning before going low. The best thing I've found so far is that…"
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- At 3:50am on June 9, 2011,
SEAGATOR said… - Happy,Happy Birthday,Smithy. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 12:49pm on September 26, 2010,
Linda Gauvin-Miller said…
Welcome to the rabble Smithy.....
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.
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- At 5:46am on September 26, 2010,
Emily F said… - Hey , what's shaking? welcome to TuDiabetes, good source for getting to know other diabetics and feedback on some problems... hope we can get to know you better, and hopefully help you out!
- At 5:06am on September 26, 2010,
Marie B said… - hi there Smithy, welcome! I invite you to join our Australia Group
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- At 9:06pm on September 25, 2010, Doris D said…
- WELCOME TO OUR REALLY BIG FAMILY THAT SEEMS TO GROW BY THE MINUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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