"I will say one thing I do NOT loose weight with low carb/high protein high fat diets. I actually gain. And I maintain very good control BY including some carbs in my diet. While I keep those serving sizes small, I just try for me to eat a balanced…"
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Has anyone noticed their blood glucose levels running lower on flexeril and ultram
Started this discussion. Last reply by christy Aug 19, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I've just recently started taking flexeril and ultram for chronic low back pain. I've noticed since I've started taking both of these meds I've really had to decrease my basal rates...a LOT. I've…Continue
TB Vaccine Promising as New Way to Fight Type 1 Diabetes
Started this discussion. Last reply by Trudy Aug 9, 2012. 16 Replies 1 Like
Clearing the memory of blood glucose reading from a meter
Started this discussion. Last reply by christy Aug 5, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone know if there is a way to do this. I have the One Touch meter that came from MiniMed. I think it is showing an inaccurate percentage of my hypo's. I mean when Im low, I'll treat, then Im…Continue
Lost my first infusion site
Started Jul 12, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
LOL i dont know how it happened. I imagine maybe my pump kept bumping into the site and just warm weather, maybe the adhesive didnt' stick as good, but at least it happened when I got home. Only…Continue
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christy replied to Zoe's discussion 'Weirdness in Extremities!'"I was going to say it sounds like Raynauds Syndrome to me too."
christy replied to Rose's discussion 'Type 1, 8 Months Pregnant - Non-stress Testing'"Yes its pretty standard monitoring for a type 1 diabetic. Even 18 years ago. Towards the end I was in the doctors office EVERY week and every week the results were all fine. I know it can seem like overkill, esp when everything is going well. But…"
christy replied to Katie's discussion 'Insulin Pumps?'"I have Medtronic Minimed Revel. Depending on what your insulin needs are they have varying sizes of reservoirs which is helpful if you don't require a LOT of insulin. I demo'd the omnipod and just found it horribly bulky, and I'm…"
christy replied to Linda G's discussion 'Meter Meter on the Wall...Who's the Fairest of Them All?'"Sorry I have no input either. I haven't had an Accucheck meter since mid to late 80's. For the last several years I've had a One Touch in some form or fashion. Just recently switched to the Bayer Contour Next since Medtronic switched…"
christy replied to pancreaswanted's discussion 'question about validity of basal testing'"I'm not a coffee drinker so much, but I do chug away at some Diet Pepsi, I haven't found caffeine for me to effect my BG readings at all."
christy replied to pancreaswanted's discussion 'question about validity of basal testing'"That's a great idea about the temp basal's AR. I might give that a try too, as I'm to lazy to be bothered with basal testing. LOL I'll admit it. But sometimes I think just that .25 +/- makes a big difference and smoother too than…"
christy replied to samsmom's discussion 'Stomach, Gastrointestinal Problems with Type 1'"Stomach and gastrointestinal virus can wreck havoc. Having worked in Gastroenterology I've seen patients with symptoms up to about 6 months, and then they just resolve. But definately have her evaluated especially with the diabetes. If she does…"
christy replied to samsmom's discussion 'Stomach, Gastrointestinal Problems with Type 1'"Zofran is a MUCH better drug for nausea and does not have the sedative effects."
christy replied to samsmom's discussion 'Stomach, Gastrointestinal Problems with Type 1'"I would go to the gastroenterologist. That is the ONLY definitive way to rule out Celiac. But, also keep in mind there are a lot of viral type infections that can mimic signs like this too. I used to work in gastro and we'd see this often.…"
christy replied to Lukas's discussion 'Problems after low BG reset'"When is your wife getting the lows at night...after eating, in the middle of the night, etc. Timing of lows can sometimes help to determine whether it is a basal or bolus issue...if she is getting lows 3 or 4 hours or later after eating, her basal…"
christy replied to netbadger's discussion 'Gastric Bypass - diabetes cure?'"The surgery can have great success IF you work at it. This is not a magic fix, and if you are not committed to life long dietary and physical activity changes, most likely then the surgery in itself will not be successful. People do have VERY good…"
christy replied to Annie's discussion 'Where do you draw the line?'"40 hour...if I do a minimum of 50 a week, its a slow week. I've been type 1 for close to 30 years...work in health care, exempt status, and you just do...whatever it takes to get the job done. I don't want any special favors, not looking…"
christy replied to Steve's discussion 'Ramipril'"My endo see's no need for me being on any ace inhibitor on cholesterol medications just because...my bp is excellent and so are my cholesterol and kidney function. I've been type 1 for close to 30 years."
christy replied to still_young_at_heart's discussion 'Beaten almost Broken'"Maurie, I manually insert my quicksets ALL the time. You do not need to use that barbaric inserter for them just pinch up some skin and inject at a 90 degree angle like you were giving yourself an injection. I have had absolutely no problems…"
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- At 4:06am on November 27, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Christy....
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
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 3:00am on November 27, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,christy. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 2:24am on November 27, 2012,
brokenpole said… - Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 3:19pm on December 26, 2011, Linda G said…
A featured member....
BRAVO!!!!
- At 4:36pm on December 20, 2011,
acidrock23 said… Thx for request!
- At 5:57pm on October 17, 2011,
Natalie ._c- said… - Just HAD to tell you I adore your Meezer!! If you go to my page, you can see my 2 Orientals and one Meezer, all of whom have since died. :-( I now have a new kitten, who is 3/4 Siamese and 1/4 American Curl, and while he is pointed (I think Chocolate Lynx Point), conformation-wise he's more like a straight-eared Curl. I actually prefer show-quality Meezers and Orientals, but, well, he needed a home..... :-)
- At 9:26pm on September 5, 2011,
Robyn said… - Hello and Welcome!
- At 8:27pm on September 5, 2011, Linda G said…
Welcome home christy....
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, 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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Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 5:57pm on September 5, 2011,
Doris D said… - WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!! Any questions? Just ask one of us or post it on our forum where you will get a diversty of answers.
Here's a link to help our new member's get to know us better: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 1:14pm on September 5, 2011,
Donna H said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out sme of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
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