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Is It Ok To Fill Up A Bunch Of Tandem Cartridges And Keep Them In The Fridge When Traveling?
I would not recommend this. As insulin warms to room temperature it releases bubbles (a chemical reaction to the change in temperature), so you could end up with air in the line when you use a… read more
What To Do When Blood Sugar Goes High After A Meal And Stays There?
Another answer is to spread your insulin dose out over several hours. Whenever I have a high fat meal, I give my bolus over 3-5 hours, perhaps 90 minutes apart. Although my Medtronic pump is great… read more
Is There A Recommended Enzyme Supplement That Does Not Cost A Fortune? Something That Includes Protease, Lipase And Amylese.
Good luck Howard!
I Have Covid But Feeling Better Thankfully On This 3rd Day.
And, of course, my blood sugar has been higher than usual. Any ideas how to manage this while I am sick? I’m hesitant to put in additional carbs if I am not eating carbs???
Hi Kathy. I had Covid twice. I called my doctor to get his thoughts. I cut my carbs, drank tons of water and ate veggies and lean meats, along with chicken soup (loaded with veggies and small portion… read more
Iam Loosing Alot Of Hair After Iam Using Insulin, Does Anyone Experience This?
I lost a lot of weight and hair with Graves’ disease which is from the thyroid.
Dex Come G7. Who Is On This One, What Do You Think About It?
I started on a Medtronic sensor, and switched to Dexcom G4 back in the day. I love Dexcom and am now using the G7. It works well and is much more comfortable to wear than the previous models.
Has Anyone Else Had Problems With The Push Button On The G7? If So What Is The Cure?
I have had my husband help once or twice, but most of the time I can insert it myself. The trick that I found most helpful is that rather than reaching over my arm to put the G7 in, I lift my arm up… read more
What Are Your Top Tips For Dealing With Type 1 Diabetes In The Heat?
I like cheese nuts but I also like apples and pairs
How Do I Know I Am Controlling My Glucose Levels ?
levels are 70-140.
I'm 72 years old and have been diagnosed with T1D as a result of Whipple surgery where 1/2 of my pancreas was removed. At the onset my A1C was 9.9. I just had it checked 2 weeks ago and it is 6.7.
Anyone Else Have Liver Dump/feet On The Floor Syndrome?
BG 90 upon rising. Showered and finished packing for overnight trip. No food/water and BG was 160 after about 15 minutes (pump connected after shower)
Yes. It is a known issue with Diabetic 1's. The sunrise effect or the dawn phenomenon is a natural increase in blood sugar levels that occurs in the early morning, usually between 3 AM and 8 AM
It's… read more
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