"Mine fluctuates between 34 and 48 in total. Im trying to cut down as much as I can due to the possible links between Insulin and cancer. My basal is 20."
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Diabetes and LASIK Eye Surgey Do or Don't
Started this discussion. Last reply by KimKat Sep 13, 2010. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I am curious about LASIK eye surgery. When I mentioned it to my eye doctor she was horrified and immediately told me no... I have done some research and it can be done on diabetics if they have…Continue
Fashionable Medical Alert "Diabetic" Bracelets!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Gerri Jul 27, 2010. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Hey everyone, for the longest time I have never wanted to wear a medical alert bracelet because they are... well, ugly. I have seen a few pictures of some customizable ones but people are vague when…Continue
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MarkM replied to kalia502's discussion 'What are everyone's daily basal rates?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
Jay replied to kalia502's discussion 'Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"What did you decide on? Your research may help us all."
"My total daily basal rate is 16.476 using 3 basal rates."
Barb replied to kalia502's discussion 'What are everyone's daily basal rates?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"I've been diabetic for 39 years and mine seems low. I use .7/hr for most of the day and for 3 hours at night I use 1.0."
KimKat replied to kalia502's discussion 'Diabetes and LASIK Eye Surgey Do or Don't'"I had laser surgery on my eyes about 8 years ago (this was before I was diabetic - if I was diabetic at that time, I didn't know about it).
It was the best thing I ever did! I now have Superman eyes! LOL! Just make sure you get a really good…"
kalia502 replied to kalia502's discussion 'Diabetes and LASIK Eye Surgey Do or Don't'"Thank you very much."
carb101 replied to kalia502's discussion 'Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"When at the beach, water park, etc., we usually unhook not because the pump isn't water proof but to avoid any situation in which the pump might accidentally detach and sink to the bottom of the lake, water ride, etc., never to be seen again.…"
Jay replied to kalia502's discussion 'Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"From another Kentuckian, there is no real way to waterproof the pump. You have the tubing between you and the pump. Sealing the tubing is the pits. Also, you may be able to get a "sample" pen or two to use at the beach from your MD.
I use…"
Korrie replied to kalia502's discussion 'Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Regarding the Aquapac. The $70 was the best ever spent. I am still using the minimed, not waterproof, pump. (waiting for insurance to allow a change). I have "lived" at the waterpark (Schlitterbahn - New Braunfels, river water) or the…"
kalia502 replied to kalia502's discussion 'Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Oh wow, well there you go! That will work! Thank you very much!!!!! Vacation isn't until November, so I have plenty of time!"
Colleen in NH replied to kalia502's discussion 'Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"Animas will give you a back up pump to take with you.
I don't know anything about waterproof packs. I'm sure someone will have some info."
Bill replied to kalia502's discussion 'Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"While this will not address your immediate concerns about the pump being waterproof, one option to the shots is to request a vacation loaner pump from Animas as a fall back. The process is relatively simple, and is addressed on their FAQ page at…"
kalia502 added a discussion to the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
Waterproof Pack's, too expensive!
I am going on vacation and will be snorkeling and swimming. I know that animas pumps are waterproof, but a few years ago, I had a scare when it malfunctioned under water and they had to overnight me another one. This time I will be cruising and if it malfunctions, they won't be able to overnight me one. I do have a back up plan for shots with lantus and novolog in case something go's wrong, but when I switch back to shots I feel sick. I really want to enjoy this vacation and use my insulin…See More
drgizmo2002 replied to kalia502's discussion 'What are everyone's daily basal rates?' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users"1.4 U per hour from 6am to 12:00 am. 1.5 from 12:00 am to 6:00 am."
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- August 1, 1991
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- 8.0
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- At 7:55am on September 30, 2010,
Dan said… - My basal rate is 24. Bolus 32. range generally 40% to 60%
- At 10:37am on September 5, 2010,
Jim Roach said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes Kalia502!
- At 11:56am on August 20, 2010,
MyDiabeticHeart said… - Ah, OK. Either way, it's definitely good to catch up with you. Been a long, long time.
- At 11:25am on August 20, 2010, MyDiabeticHeart said…
- Hey Kalia! Thanks for adding me as a friend. Were you on the pump when we were in Pam's Algebra class together? Forgive me for being slow to remember. Having seen Megan's comment on FB about it going off in Alice's class, I'm starting to remember. :)
- At 3:19pm on August 1, 2010,
Will said… - Welcome to KY Diabetics
- At 8:07am on July 23, 2010,
Linda G said…
Welcome home Kalia....get out of the rain!!
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
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
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 1:58pm on July 22, 2010,
Doris D said… - WELCOME TO OUR REALLY BIG FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- At 11:46am on July 22, 2010,
Marie B said… - hi kalia, welcome to TuDiabetes! Here are some links to the new member guide and FAQs.
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
Leave a comment on my page if you have any questions about the community.
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