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What to do about high BS that hasn't responded to insulin
Started this discussion. Last reply by girlygirl Dec 1, 2010. 8 Replies 0 Likes
I had a site insertion go bad, by the time I realized this my BS were already 250 I corrected w/a shot and they are still rising 2 shots later...... Any thoughts / suggestions
Help & advise with the Ping - Dexcom combo VS. MiniMeds integrated system.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian Sep 7, 2010. 16 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, I'm a newbie to the site and I'm hoping to get some thoughts and advise on choosing my next pump and my 1st CGM system. I'll be living with this decision for the next couple of years so I want to…Continue
Are the Ping and Dexcom systems compatible with Windows 7 ?
Started this discussion. Last reply by girlygirl Sep 4, 2010. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, I'm looking into getting a new pump. Currently I use the Deltec Cozmo, I think I'm leaning towards the Ping. I'm also thinking of jumping onto the CGM bandwagon with the Dexcom System. Hopefully…Continue
Hi I wanted to introduce myself.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Doris D Sep 4, 2010. 3 Replies 0 Likes
My name is Cyndi and I wanted to say thanks for all of the kind words of welcome I've recieved.I look forward to learning a lot from all of you and the different discussions.Continue
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Linda G left a comment for girlygirl"Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you girlygirl.... 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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Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users
For users of any model of the Medtronic Minimed Paradigm insulin pump.Please note: the exchange, sale or giveaway of items between members that require a prescription from a licensed practitioner, including insulin pumps and pump supplies, is not allowed on TuDiabetes.We encourage you to donate supplies to non-profits such as the Charles Ray III Diabetes Association and Insulin…See More
girlygirl replied to Cindy's discussion 'Swimming and the Animas Ping' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Hi Cindy,
I got my ping a year ago and I choose it over the others for one reason, I could swim with it. It has been great, I've never had a problem with it. When I swim, I'm in the water for over an hour at a time and it works like a…"
girlygirl replied to Progress Trumps Perfection's discussion 'Olympic Triathlon - High Blood Sugar and Leg Cramps' in the group Athletic Diabetics"So sorry it went down that way for you Jgos! I hope you were able to finish.
It does happen no mater how hard we try to plan and be prepared, I did my International this past Sat. PR"d the swim & bike, was spot on with my sugars in T2,…"
girlygirl replied to Progress Trumps Perfection's discussion 'Olympic Triathlon - High Blood Sugar and Leg Cramps' in the group Athletic Diabetics"I agree with Brad, please post how your Oct. OLY goes... it is so much trial and error that it is helpful to see what works for other people.
I too check my sugars repeatedly before the start, and like you, Progress I can operate with out to much…"
girlygirl replied to Progress Trumps Perfection's discussion 'Olympic Triathlon - High Blood Sugar and Leg Cramps' in the group Athletic Diabetics"Hi, I've done 2 Olympic Tri's and my first went just as you described except I cramped through the swim also. My nutritionist, who also specializes in Endurance diabetics, said it was the high #'s and with the high #'s there is…"
girlygirl replied to Med's discussion 'Another "How Do you Carry Stuff" Discussion.' in the group Diabetics who run Marathons!"I carry my meter and strips plus something for if I go low so I love any short w/pockets. Nike and Lululemon so far have the best ones, for me anyway.
I also like the spy belt, it's small and streamline."
girlygirl replied to Sue's discussion 'Me and my Ping...' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Your right about the bulky meter part....but I got to say I'm finding out that the freestyle test trips take way less blood to get a reading.
Also I'm having trouble getting used to the new alarms, you need to knock me over the head…"
girlygirl replied to Sue's discussion 'Me and my Ping...' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"I to have switched from the CozMore pump, miss that old pump.. I do like the ping to a point but as with any kind of change it's been different but as the cozmore is gone what choice do I have... I'm a swimmer so the ping being waterproof…"
girlygirl replied to FHS's discussion 'Rollercoasters' in the group FLATLINERS CLUB"I couldn't have said it better! until this group I was fine with bouncing around in the 250's didn't really get concerned till it would hit the 300's. Y'all have helped me to see it can be done and the added benefit is, I…"
girlygirl replied to Danny's discussion '12-24 Hour Flatline' in the group FLATLINERS CLUB"We are here to say it can be done!"
girlygirl replied to FHS's discussion 'Rollercoasters' in the group FLATLINERS CLUB"24 years!! Wow I have time yet then... :-)"
girlygirl replied to FHS's discussion 'Rollercoasters' in the group FLATLINERS CLUB"I hear ya Natalie, before I found this group, all of you are such great motivators, Danny's trend there would be a highlight for me...and Onesaints, just out of the question for me, now my whole way of thinking is different!
I have even closed…"
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- At 5:33pm on April 29, 2013, Linda G said…
Glad you're back in the loop....if you ever want to chat, I'd be glad to sit down with a coffee ;)
- At 4:42am on September 26, 2012, Linda G said…
Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you girlygirl....
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 12:51pm on August 29, 2010,
Jim Roach said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes Girlygirl!
- At 10:05am on August 25, 2010,
Doris D said… - WELCOME TO OUR REALLY BIG FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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 so we can distungish you on our forum.
- At 4:42am on August 25, 2010, Linda G said…
Welcome to the family girlygirl!
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
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes/index/show?noteKey=What_is_TuDiabetes%3F
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