"OK, stupid questions perhaps, but here goes.
If you use your thighs for your infusion site do you use your inner thighs or outer thighs?
Do you have to shave the area first?"
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musicman88 replied to Cocheze's discussion 'Has anybody put an infusion set in their thigh?' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Usersmusicman88 replied to Geoffrey Steinman's discussion 'Contour NEXT USB (Link Meter) pouch' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I've found that if you put the strip container in so that the cap is toward the inside of the pouch it works better. It also seems to get looser over time."
musicman88 replied to Amy's discussion 'CGM Insertion Site Issues'"Wow. I've never had that particular problem, but if I did I would try calling MM to see if I needed a new inserter. I don't think the issue is your skin, I think it's the (lack of) speed of the needle travel.
The other comments are…"
Stemwinder replied to musicman88's discussion 'Oramed sends request for phase two trial of oral insulin to FDA' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Sounds interesting, at an earlier stage would have tried it. But after I started MDI and then my pump I think I am past the point where it would help. Seems that this med could only work as basal insulin and I need bolus insulin too."
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Oramed sends request for phase two trial of oral insulin to FDA
Check out this article about a new oral insulin... Would you use it?http://www.diabeteshealth.com/read/2013/01/16/7756/type-2-oramed-sends-oral-insulin-test-request-to-fda-/See More
musicman88 replied to Jtausch's discussion 'infusion sets' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I called Medtronic and they sent me a couple mio sets (4) free. I tried them and went back to the quick-sets. I don't know why but the mio sets sent my blood sugar way up. I went back to the quick set and they immediately went back down."
musicman88 replied to Brent.Allsop's discussion 'Let’s Jail Break this RTGM Pump!' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I don't know if it is jail breakable, but it does have a firmware version on it. Has anyone every had their firmware updated?"
musicman88 replied to Cindy's discussion 'Tubing- switch from Omnipod' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I find that the MM CGM is not terribly accurate the first day I wear the sensor. After it gets calibrated it is usually withing 5 - 10 points of my BG. Can't really say this has been a problem for me."
musicman88 replied to musicman88's discussion 'Insulin to carb ratio' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"The answer I want is probably not the one that will fix the problem. I learned a long time ago that I have to deal with the issues though. The good news is that Thanksgiving came and went I did not have a high BG issue and I didn't stuff…"
Anne replied to musicman88's discussion 'Insulin to carb ratio' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"In my experience how I react to carbs depends on if they are processed foods or high glycemic index foods. While medtronic wants us to treat all carbs the same, if I eat black beans 15 gms it is way different than 15 gm of whole wheat bread.
Lots of…"
musicman88 replied to Leotha Fleming III's discussion 'IV TAPE FOR SENSOR' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I bought some on amazon.com - I think they were $29 for a box of 100."
musicman88 replied to musicman88's discussion 'Insulin to carb ratio' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I visited my Endo today and they changed my basal at breakfast, my sensitivity ratio at lunch and my carb ratio in the afternoon. We will see how it pans out."
musicman88 replied to musicman88's discussion 'Insulin to carb ratio' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"You are right Natalie, my primary concern is preventing complications associated with diabetes. I have an appointment with my Endo on Thursday and it will be a topic of discussion."
Natalie ._c- replied to musicman88's discussion 'Insulin to carb ratio' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"OK, I just looked at your page, and I see you've written that you're T2. I don't know what your circumstances of diagnosis were, but whatever, it seems apparent that your pancreatic function is deteriorating, and that you may well…"
musicman88 replied to musicman88's discussion 'Insulin to carb ratio' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"I usually bolus just before I eat. I will try bolusing 10 minutes prior and see what happens. I do tend to return to baseline eventually, but it seems to be taking longer and also requires a correction bolus (even when I know exactly how many carbs…"
Natalie ._c- replied to musicman88's discussion 'Insulin to carb ratio' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump Users"Yes, it seems like if you are shooting up after eating carbs, you need more insulin, not less. But another important question is, are you returning to baseline after 3 or 4 hours? If that's the case, then it's not more insulin you need,…"
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- At 12:17pm on July 10, 2012,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
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- At 1:35am on July 10, 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 4:11pm on July 9, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home musicman!
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 3:22pm on July 9, 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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