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rivey replied to daydreamer630's discussion 'What happens when people notice your pod?' in the group OmniPod Usersrivey replied to cat's discussion 'bad absorption in all the right places :(' in the group OmniPod Users"My Endo told me that anywhere you have "margin"(fatty tissue) that to give it a try, she liked my moob area:) A1c legs and arms 7.0. alc moob area 5.9, I'm not going to argue with that! Good luck!"
rivey replied to cat's discussion 'bad absorption in all the right places :(' in the group OmniPod Users"I can't use my legs anymore, lost too much fat(that is a good thing for me:), but I did find a sweet spot that is no mentioned much(at least for guys). I use the right and left side pectorial area above my "moobs"(man boobs). I know,…"
rivey replied to Danielle's discussion 'Dexcom and Omnipod integration' in the group OmniPod Users"Interesting read, thanks for the link!"
rivey replied to Lauren Smith's discussion 'Trying out the Omnipod' in the group OmniPod Users"Did MDI for 10 years, A1c was 7-8 range, I looked at all the different pumps but the tubeless attracted me the most. Been on OmniPod since March '12, last 3 A1c's 5.9, 6.1 and 5.7, Endo pretty much speechless:). All pumps have their…"
rivey replied to markeeezy's discussion 'Actually Getting the New Pods!' in the group OmniPod Users"I did with mine, I have my basal set higher from 5-11am. I haven't used Lantus since I started on the pod, I only use Humilog."
rivey replied to RobAW's discussion 'Where have you found a use for the used Pod batteries?' in the group OmniPod Usersrivey replied to Pete Shaw's discussion 'Next gen Omnipods in use (UK)' in the group OmniPod Users"I may have missed this but to our friends "over the pond" using the new pods, which BG meter is built into the new PDM? Has the Freestyle been replaced? Thanks"
rivey replied to meh_mtl's discussion 'screamers and thinking you are crazy!' in the group OmniPod Users"I had a screamer not too long ago, it stopped when it met Mr.Size 13 heel of my right shoe:)"
rivey replied to Alisonisayoshi's discussion 'Starting Omnipod next week! nervous! Tips? Advice?' in the group OmniPod Users"It will change for the better! I was MDI for 11 years, bunch of lows, A1c 8.5 in Jan of this year. Started on the Pod in May, Results so far: Alc(Aug. 5.9, Sept 6.1),
4 bad pods(2 on filling, 2 while attached) and 1 occluded Pod. Insulin usage is…"
Pazman replied to rivey's discussion 'Question about heat' in the group OmniPod Users"Insulin does degrade with hieat, and it is dependent on how high the heat is, and the length of time of exposure. Brief modest increases in temperature may not have much effect ( 10 minutes in the sauna), but by 65-70 hours against your skin at…"
rivey replied to Barney Swank's discussion 'Basal Rates' in the group OmniPod Users"I have the same issue with BG dropping around lunch. I thought I was more insulin resistant in the morning, but my Endo told me the body can release "get up and go" hormones(adrenalin). Being a steroid it can really jack with BG levels. My…"
rivey added a discussion to the group OmniPod Users
Can a scheduled BG check be cancelled?
Is there any way of cancelling a scheduled BG check? I'll check my BG at 1hr 50min then 10 min. later my kids are yelling "Dad, your PDM is going off!!"See More
rivey replied to SandyG's discussion 'Fun with the Pod...' in the group OmniPod Users"I tell people that it's my "Running Man" pod, get outside of a certain radius and it explodes taking my arm with it:) or it could be my "Speed" pod, if I walk slower than 1.5mph it will explode.....I'm sensing a trend…"
Bradford replied to rivey's discussion 'Question about heat' in the group OmniPod Users"Went for a 40 mile ride yesterday. My cycling computer said the temp was between 111 and 113.2 the whole time for the two hour ride. I haven't noticed any degradation of the insulin's ability to keep my numbers where I want them. It's…"
ATRannals replied to rivey's discussion 'Question about heat' in the group OmniPod Users"My CDE said that the insulin should be good to 120 degrees. I have yet to use my hot tub, which I usually keep at 100-102, but I'll be sure to keep an eye out for any anomalies. I'll have to see if I can find more info on the temperature…"
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- Date diagnosed
- October 1, 2001
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Shots, Pump
- What pump model do you use, if any?
- OmniPod
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