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Hair loss
Started this discussion. Last reply by Pastelpainter Jan 27, 2012. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone noticed hair loss or thinning from having a high a1c? I don't know what is going on with me and my dermatologist says I am fine. Continue
Dexcom
Started this discussion. Last reply by Leo2 Sep 15, 2010. 7 Replies 0 Likes
My endo really wants me to get a Dexcom monitor. Can anyone that uses one or has in the past tell me more about it. Is it a nuisance? I already have a love hate relationship with my pump because I…Continue
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brokenpole left a comment for blondie55"Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day."
Pastelpainter replied to blondie55's discussion 'Hair loss'"I think you should have your thyroid checked too, hair loss is a symptom of thyroid problems."
Aislin replied to blondie55's discussion 'Hair loss'"I noticed hair loss when my glucose was running high a few months back. Since dropping my A1C significantly, my hair has started growing at a quickened rate, and the density has gotten a lot better. I hope yours does the same!"
Annie replied to blondie55's discussion 'Hair loss'"Did you ever find the cause of the hair loss? Did it grow back? I was diagnosed in July and that was one of my symptoms: hair loss. I've been on insulin for 6 months now and am hoping it goes back to the way it was before!"
onesaint replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"Im with you on this. The MM insertion devices are build so much anticipation for me I hate it and tis worse than the pain that comes from the injection itsself. The Dex was large and funny looking, but I didnt even notice it was inserted till I…"
FHS replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"The insertion device is much more intimidating than a syringe or pen. Overall, I feel like injections probably generate less of an overall sensation than inserting a sensor. When you insert a Dexcom sensor, there's just a lot more going on,…"
Jay replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"After the circle with a Sharpie pen, I watch the site. I have never had this happen but a CDE shared this procedure with me. If the wire does not come out in about 48 hours, the circle is like an "X" marks the spot on a pirates treasure…"
etta amy replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"Hi,
I'd encourage you to lose the stigma of letting someone see your sensor. In hot yoga class (where I also wear a sports bra), I wear it on my side, just over the hip, or on the back of my upper arm.
It makes for interesting (and…"
etta amy replied to blondie55's discussion 'Dexcom shutoff' in the group Dexcom Users"There is an out of range alert, but it would not be activated unless you chose to do so. I would not shut it off. Once you're back in range, it will pick up your transmissions again."
Lorraine replied to blondie55's discussion 'Dexcom shutoff' in the group Dexcom Users"It won't likely beep far away from you. Sometimes it will stay in range, but beyond a few feet it's very inconsistent. Do you want the information, or are you preferring it to be silent?"
blondie55 added a discussion to the group Dexcom Users
Dexcom shutoff
What should I do when I don't have my receiver with me while I'm at dance? Should I shut it off? Will it beep if it's far away from me?
Amy replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"but what happens if the sensor doesn't come out?? I saw that you put a circle around it but then what?"
Jay replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"When you take the sensor base off, look for a wire about twice the size of a coarse human hair about 1/2 inch long."
Jay replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"Try some pieces of tape about the same size as the sensor tape. Look at the places that move the least over the area. One place is on your side between your waist and where your thigh ends coming up. Some athletic trainers would call it the gluteous…"
Jay replied to blondie55's discussion 'inserting the sensor' in the group Dexcom Users"I find vertical mounts are not tugged on etc when I roll from side to side as I sleep. Horizontal is the Dexcom way but I found I can get two weeks out of a sensor if it is not pulled loose by my tossing and turning at night."
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- At 6:19am on October 20, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you blondie...
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
(You haven't been on in a while...I hope everything is OK)
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
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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- At 3:11am on October 20, 2012, brokenpole said…
Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 1:19pm on September 27, 2010,
NOLA said… - hello and welcome
- At 11:46am on September 21, 2010,
Pat said… - Hi! and WELCOME to TU nice to see you found all of us here, Jump into one of the many discussions or start your own. There's all kinds of info and help here about the D just ask or wonder around yourself. Your welcomed to all the help, advice and friendship you need.. It's great to see ya here by the way :)))
- At 7:53pm on September 19, 2010,
Jim Roach said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes Blondie55!
- At 5:52am on September 15, 2010, Marie B said…
- hi there and welcome! let me know if you have any questions.
- At 7:32pm on September 14, 2010, Linda G said…
Welcome home Blondie!
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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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for. Here are a few useful links to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/group/minimedparadigmusers
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes/New_Member_Guide
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and I also wanted to invite you to enter your A1c through the TuAnalyze application:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/profiles/profile/apps
so we can light up the TuAnalyze map:
http://www.tuanalyze.org
I wanted to make you aware of the TuAnalyze application we've launched on TuDiabetes, which is now mapping averages of A1c values in the US and Canada.
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If you click on "About Us" on the top banner, you will find the explanation of the founding of TuDiabetes and the name
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 7:14pm on September 14, 2010,
Doris D said… - WELCOME TO OUR REALLY BIG FAMILY THAT KEEPS GROWING BY THE MINUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Here's a link to help our new member's learn more "About Us":http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
Also please put up a picture of something so we can tell you from other's on our Forum
- At 5:26pm on September 14, 2010,
Don Kelly said… - Blondie, Welcome to our online family. We are a caring and helpful gang of people who are always around to listen and help. Take some time to browse the different groups that have formed and join in ! Be sure to introduce yourself too. Hey one of the first groups you should join is the Calif. Diabetics gang. They will keep you in the loop of events and meets in your area !
Again welcome and if you have any ?? JUST ASK !
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