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Silly questions???
Started this discussion. Last reply by lefty Jul 20, 2012. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hello all, It is so nice to be back on this sight and I am learning more everyday. I have had T1 for 27 years now. You would think that I would know most D lingo, however I am clueless. I must ask,…Continue
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lefty replied to earthling's discussion 'So much blood - What do you use to clean up after you prick your finger?'"Hi all, I just use a kleenex or whatever type tissue I have handy....fold it up and put it with my machine. usually last at least a few days!!!"
lefty replied to librarychick's discussion 'Overnight low battle - snacks?'"Yep maybe I mean corn starch, they call it corn flour here in Australia. Although I am from the U.S. I forget these things. It actually has no taste, however I have it in a warm chocolate (SF) milk drink and it gets me thru the night. If I lower my…"
lefty replied to librarychick's discussion 'Overnight low battle - snacks?'"Hi all, Read this one with interest. I have been having those yucky lows during the night (have had D1 for 27 years)...my GP suggested that I add a teaspoon of cornflower to my night time glass of milk. So far it seems to have worked great,…"
lefty commented on Kathy's blog post 'TD Chatroom to the Rescue!!!'"Has any one forgotten if they had already taken their fast acting? It seems I take insulin so often, I sometimes forget if I have taken it or not.....any simple tricks any one uses to remember? Kathy, I am glad the chat room was there for you. I am…"
lefty replied to lefty's discussion 'Silly questions???'"Thank you bsc, I actually have the book "Think Like a Pancreas"....good to know that it may take a bit of time for the changes to take effect. jrtpup, a list of acronyms/abbreviations/slang would be great. I too have had a look for…"
jrtpup replied to lefty's discussion 'Silly questions???'"I could have sworn we had a list of acronyms/abbreviations/slang, but I can't find it anywhere, so going to start a thread with the ones I can think of."
Brian (bsc) replied to lefty's discussion 'Silly questions???'"I like the description of basal testing from Gary Scheiner (author of "Think Like a Pancreas"). I would also add that as a veteran, you are "adjusting" your basal, not figuring it out from scratch. It can take days for a basal…"
lefty replied to lefty's discussion 'Silly questions???'"Thank you Terrie and Doris, I do the MDI and therefore bolus. I take 4 insulin injections a day. I am reading about the basal testing on the site you gave me Terrie. Thanks for your responses both of you! Cheers"
Doris D replied to lefty's discussion 'Silly questions???'"Yep Terrie's right. Took me awhile to learn that too! LOL!"
lefty posted a discussionSilly questions???
Hello all, It is so nice to be back on this sight and I am learning more everyday. I have had T1 for 27 years now. You would think that I would know most D lingo, however I am clueless. I must ask, what does MDI mean? Basal testing? and bolus? Probably silly questions but it sure would be good to know. Thank you all for sharing your D stories, it is good to not feel so alone.See More
lefty replied to dino's discussion 'Are you the chosen one? ... Type 1, that is.'"Yep that is me too!! I was diagnosed 27 years ago......only one in my family with D1 or type 2 for that matter....Plus I am thought of as the 'black sheep' in my family as well. My family don't know much about type1 and never really…"
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- At 3:21pm on June 29, 2012, Doris D said…
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- At 4:51pm on June 26, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home lefty! May 7th is but 1 1/2 months ago....how's it all going?
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".
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- At 2:25pm on June 26, 2012,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 1:02pm on June 26, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
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