"I do not think there is a problem there since the pens do not have air in it. I have often forgotten to prime my pens (I use cartridges in an autopen) and have never had a problem with it."
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Diabetes, Testing and Insulin with dyscalcula!!!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jen Jun 1, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I am sure that there are others out there with the problem of dyscalucla (numerical dyslexia) and I wonder how others cope with having to write down times, dates, test results, etc, and having to…Continue
Adorn Handbags - where do you put the promotional code to get your discount?
Started Jan 25, 2011 0 Replies 0 Likes
I am trying to order an Adorn bag - on line, and I wonder if anyone could tell me where on the Adorn order page I should put the promotional code, Tu Diabetes?This is rather urgent as I only have a…Continue
San Francisco Diabetes Supplies
Started this discussion. Last reply by pinkyspurse Feb 14, 2011. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I am currently in Berkeley, San Francisco and am interested to see what supplies are available over here. Anyone near here who could tell me where the best places to go see? Many thanks in advance.
Diabetes and travel insurance
Started this discussion. Last reply by Type1 With Fun! Dec 16, 2010. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Sorry for so many questions but I am like a dry sponge for information having found this site.I am travelling to the USA (if my sister will still let me - she does not want me there if I suffer a…Continue
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latvianchick replied to Stuart's discussion '9 units AIR .... should I be afraid?!' in the group Type1 for 30 Plus Years
pincushion replied to latvianchick's discussion 'Glucose tablet key ring and other gadgets available in the UK' in the group United Kingdom Diabetics"I found a brilliant solution for carrying glucose tablets on my keyring in the Desang magazine online. See:- www.gluco-carry.com It's designed by someone who has diabetes to carry 4 glucose tablets, either clipped on to a key ring or attached…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"The teacher was probably just panicking and trying to help. Unless you have taught HER what to do and how much, then she is not likely to know. But try teaching her BEFORE another episode, when you are compus mentus and can remain calm!"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"I know about this! I am a carrier and my cousin, who was about the same age - only a few months older than me died of it at less than a year. Thankfully it has by-passed my sister and she has two healthy sons! Thank God for medical advances, but…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"I went to a church social this afternoon and they did not start eating until 3.30 by which time I was desparate but too polite to get anything. I had a woman come up to me and say very loudly that I should not be eating chocolates and raisins which…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"Well, mine IS down to a tumour on my spleen which they cannot reach to remove. It is benign. But I still get the classic, you have had too much sugar as a child. I was not allowed any pocket money and sweets were a very rare treat. And I was born…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"Well, she is right in a way - you have to stick lancets into your fingers to draw blood to check your blood sugar, but I wonder if she really thought you were haemophiliac!??? Not likely as your name suggests you are a female! And females only carry…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"Linda, I know that carbs are converted into glucose but what I am trying to say is that it is inevitable that people are going to be ignorant if they are not directly involved with diabetes.
The one's that do annoy me are the ones who have…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"It is, as I have said, down to ignorance. Not everyone who is thankfully diabetes free understands about carb counting - hey, I am diabetic, mathematically dyslexic and cannot count carbs! I just accept these gifts with a smile, and next time I go…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"Linda, carbs do not necessarily come from sugar, they can come from flour, rice etc. And yes, 50 grams is a lot, but it is the thought that counts and as I have previously written, I just accept them with a smile, store them and take them to the…"
latvianchick replied to Dolores's discussion 'Whats the most annoying comment you've ever gotten about diabetes?'"I can understand that that is a bit hurtful, it would have been nice if they gave you the choice, but nobody but you knows whether your blood sugars are within a range that you COULD have a biscuit or not, so they were not to know. The sugar free…"
latvianchick left a comment for Rachael M"I do find some help here from time to time, but I find it difficult to work out the levels - we in the UK measure in mmols so your numbers seem to be terrifying!!!! 9.9 is high - 120 or whatever is scary to me! Also there seems to be a lot of talks…"
Rachael M left a comment for latvianchick"Cool! I am type 1 as well, for 11 years. Sorry to hear that you are unstable, I'm not the greatest either. I hope you can find support and information here :)"
latvianchick left a comment for Rachael M"Ha, I went to Los Angeles many years ago after my stint at Camp America at Syracuse. My sister is now living with her husband and two boys in San Francisco - went there for the first time last January! They are enjoying it, despite the…"
Rachael M left a comment for latvianchick"Hey! I'm from California, born and raised in the outskirts of Los Angeles."
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Comment Wall (34 comments)
- At 1:46am on February 24, 2012, Rachael M said…
Cool! I am type 1 as well, for 11 years. Sorry to hear that you are unstable, I'm not the greatest either. I hope you can find support and information here :)
- At 11:37pm on February 23, 2012, Rachael M said…
Hey! I'm from California, born and raised in the outskirts of Los Angeles.
- At 12:37pm on November 29, 2011,
Gunta said… Paldies! Pēc dažām dienām braukšu uz Diabēta kongresu Dubaijā. Tur siltāk nekā Latvijā. :).
- At 8:51am on September 25, 2011,
MelissaBL said… - Yes, apparently we are having some problems with Nutshell. I'll be posting a notice about it today. Sorry for your difficulties!
- At 11:01pm on July 31, 2011,
Peetie said… - Hi Latvianchick: I've been thinking about your discussion on the UK group. There is a group on here called "Geeks with Diabetes". They seem to love a tech challenge. I wonder if you posted your incompatability problem there if they could figure out a way that you could somehow get a free download or upgrade so you could get your computer to read the meter. Hope you are well. Joanne
- At 12:01pm on May 5, 2011,
pinkyspurse said… - I took my family to the First Southern Baptist church while we were on vacation in Las Vegas. We also passed out a bunch of gospel tracts to people while we were there. It was a family-oriented trip, so we avoided the sinful strip shows and most of the other spiritually bad influences there.
- At 10:06am on April 27, 2011,
Carsten said… - Hi latvianchick,sorry that i answer so late @ whitch school is she ? i don´t now her
From Carsten ^^
- At 11:16am on April 25, 2011,
Jan said… - I live in California.
Shall I assume that you're originally from Latvia? When did you move to the UK?
- At 12:45pm on March 27, 2011, pinkyspurse said…
Winter's frost and snow has come and gone
And Spring peeps its head out around the bend
Oh how thankful that the winter
Has finally come to an end
Soon baby birds wll be chirping and hatching
To greet a brand new world
Mama bird has sheltered them snug in their nest
Has watched over her babies and kept them warm
Safe from any predators that can cause them harm
She's gone now to find the fattest of worms
For her babies deserve only the best
Just look at the fields turning from winter brown to green
Isn't that just the prettiest sight you've ever seen?
See the wild flowers, with all the bright hues
Our Father created them especially for me and you
Ah, Spring... just smell the fragrant air
Look all around you, you can see God everywhere
Happy Spring to all my friends
This is where my little poem comes to its end.
God Bless All of You!
© 2005Gayle Alatia
- At 1:43pm on March 21, 2011,
Donna H said… - HI -- Saw your post about your depression and thought it was easier to respond here than on the wall. First, the drug she gave you is the generic for Zoloft. That takes a while to take effect and for a lot of people, they need to get up to 100mg before it really starts to have a result. But it is a good drug. It's just not at all immediate. I don't like that your doctor is so difficult to see. Is there anyone else? Clearly your doctor is not responsive enough for your needs and you need attention now. I've been where you are and I absolutely understand how terrible of a place it can be. Have faith that the Zoloft will ultimately take hold so you are on your way. Also be kind to yourself. I think sometimes the panic of depression setting in can just make the whole thing all the worse. But you're on track -- you're seeking help. You have medication started (I don't know about it giving stomach ailments -- can the pharmacist offer any info on that). Zoloft is an SSRI. If it causes stomach problems there are lots of other SSRIs your doctor could prescribe instead. Call her. Just know that this is not a forever place you are in. There is a way out. Breathe and be gentle with yourself.
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