"I feel your pain. two or 3 years ago I shaped up and got tight BG control. I went on a pump & CGM and did wonderfully. In the process, I gained about 20 lbs. Last summer I got pregnant, gaining about 20lbs total. I dropped the pregnancy weight…"
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numbness in toe
Started this discussion. Last reply by Cinderfella Mar 4. 1 Reply 0 Likes
yesterday I noticed that it felt like I had something between my toes and thought it might have just been a loose thread on my sock. This morning I realized the feeling was still there so I checked…Continue
cereal
Started this discussion. Last reply by kphil06 Jun 28, 2012. 39 Replies 0 Likes
I love cereal. I never eat it since it makes me spike. Today I thought might be different.Nope!I weighed it out, measured every drop of milk, gave myself a generous 4.7 U, and then I get the two up…Continue
Frustrated with Dexcom software!
Started this discussion. Last reply by xirian Jun 23, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I don't understand why their DM3 software is not Mac compatible. I am trying to download my data onto this tiny windows netbook that I own and am having a terrible time. It says "please attach…Continue
Low carb diet & high cholesterol
Started this discussion. Last reply by Alan Feb 27, 2012. 19 Replies 0 Likes
Hello everyone,So I've recently made the jump into a low-carb diet after tapering down for many many months. I'm trying to knock off some of this weight I've gained over the past year or so. My…Continue
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kphil06 replied to hello123's discussion 'PAST DIABETES MANAGEMENT BLUNDERS'"I smoked for 5 or 6 years, drank a lot, ate complete garbage, and, worst of all, didn't take my insulin consistently or test my blood sugar. For me, I had to prove to myself that I was stronger than diabetes and that it wouldn't keep me…"
kphil06 replied to Steve's discussion 'Ramipril'"If you have high (or even borderline high) BP, I would take it. You seem healthy by what you are saying. Personally, I am against taking drugs unless you have to. It's expensive and can lead to side effects and other things. Even relatively…"
Cinderfella replied to kphil06's discussion 'numbness in toe'"It could be the beginnings of some neuropathy. I first had the feeling like my sock was bunched up under my foot. I kept checking it in my shoe but such was not the case."
kphil06 posted a discussionnumbness in toe
yesterday I noticed that it felt like I had something between my toes and thought it might have just been a loose thread on my sock. This morning I realized the feeling was still there so I checked it out. My toes look fine, no weird toe nail or anything between my toes. I did notice that one side of my 3rd toe is completely numb. My second toe can feel it, which gives me the feeling that there is something stuck between my toes.I made an appointment for next week with my endo, so hopefully I…See More
"Congrats!!! Good job on your control as well! You said you could not understand why your baby's sugar was on the low side. Your story is so much like my birth story with my daughter. I too could not push her out and ended up with a c-section.…"
Megan Ritter replied to kphil06's discussion 'Baby is here!' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Congratulations! It sounds like a really difficult time, but that you and your husband did well given the circumstances. Don't forget to be kind to yourself! We all stretch ourselves to give our all to our new babies that we forget to care for…"
Lauren replied to kphil06's discussion 'Baby is here!' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Congratulations on your sweet baby girl! Giving birth to a healthy baby is a HUGE success for us T1's, and you have MUCH to be proud of despite the fact that the birth didn't go exactly as planned. Good job mama! :)"
kphil06 added a discussion to the group Oh! BABY!!!
Baby is here!
Peyton Ann was born 2/6/13 at 6:00pm. She was 8 lbs 2 oz and 20" long.Throughout the pregnancy, my A1C's were consistently in the 5's and overall control was excellent. My perinatologist said I was his best patient. Insulin needs skyrocketed to 150-200 units a day via my Ping pump. I used a cgm too until I lost the transmitter (preggo brain??).I was scheduled for induction at 39 1/2 weeks based on my having Type 1 diabetes. The OB put in a cervical balloon last Tuesday afternoon for cervical…See More
kphil06 replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"exact quote from my MFM: "you will stay on your pump during the delivery. the hospital staff doesn't know what they are doing."
Be firm in your decision. They can't treat you against your will. Have your MFM write a note to your…"
kphil06 replied to Roop's discussion 'Were you induced?' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"I am 39 weeks today and am getting induced this week. Tuesday I go in for a foley bulb induction, which works to ripen your cervix without drugs. From what I've read, this sometimes is enough to start labor. Wednesday morning I check in at the…"
kphil06 replied to lizzistardust's discussion '"Your A1c is 6.4 & the Doctor is VERY Concerned About That."' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"great job handling this situation. I think a lot of OB's unfortunately see the worst in their patients with diabetes. My perinatologist is always telling me how most of his patients on the pump are constantly seeing BG numbers in the…"
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- The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes is
- me
- The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
- How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
- place to chat with PWD
- Date diagnosed
- June 6, 2002
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 5.4%
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Pump, CGM, Diet and Exercise
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- one touch ping
About Me
My name is Katie, I'm 27 and have been living with diabetes since June 2002, when I was diagnosed at the age of 17. For the first few years after diagnosis, I did the best I could with what little info I had to manage such a chronic illness. College got the best of me and I wound up in ICU with DKA 4 times! Now, I am calming down a bit and want to live a long and happy life, so I've worked really hard to get a pump and stay on track. I just had my lowest A1C ever with a 5.7%. I am very grateful to the DOC and tudiabetes for being there to give me a place to share, vent, and feel that I am not alone in this fight.I just recently quit my job to go back to school for nursing. I hope to one day be a certified diabetes educator to help empower the lives of other patients living with diabetes.Other than that diabetes stuff, I enjoy working out, reading, cooking/baking, and spending time outside with friends. I also enjoy traveling, but that's on hold for a while until I graduate! Also, I am expecting my first child February 2013 and we are so excited!
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My "coming out" story
Posted on October 2, 2011 at 4:02pm 7 Comments 4 Likes
So, I've had T1 for over 9 years. I've never been very open about it, largely because I was unwilling to accept it myself. About a year ago, I decided that this was going to catch up with me and my health sooner or later and I decided to take better care of myself. Six months ago, I got a pump, which was a huge step for me, considering that it is the first time I've ever had a real visible marker of my invisible disease.
After I got my pump, I've always kept it clipped to my belt.… Continue
After I got my pump, I've always kept it clipped to my belt.… Continue
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- At 10:26am on June 24, 2012,
Jacob's mom said… i just read your "coming out" story. good for you. YOU will be a great nurse! best of luck! amy
- At 10:04am on August 3, 2011,
Brian (bsc) said… - OMG!!! You have a picture of Ik Kil cenote, right outside Chichen Itza. I was just swimming there 2 weeks ago. I had a great time. Wow, what a small world.
- At 3:22pm on July 7, 2011,
acidrock23 said… - Thx for friend add! Nice to meet you!!
- At 3:37am on April 17, 2011,
Jenny said… - Welcome to our group!
- At 2:25pm on April 12, 2011,
Linda G said… 
What a BEAUTIFUL profile photo!
Welcome home kphil.....
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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http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 9:42am on April 12, 2011,
Donna H said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 8:45am on April 12, 2011,
Doris D said… - WELCOME TO OUR REALLY BIG FAMILY! MY FRIEND!!!!!! We are here to give you some advice and be by your side anytime you need us! We're like any family though sometimes we agree, sometimes we don't. Famlies though huh?
Here's a link with loads of info on it to help our new member's get to know more "About Us": http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 7:49am on April 12, 2011,
SEAGATOR said… - Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. WELCOME!!!
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