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I’m Having A Lot Of Problems With My Dexcom G7. The Readings Are Way Off. Is Anyone Else Experiencing This?
I have had some issues also. One they don’t stay on and they are about 60 points off. I was in the ER and it was fine on my end but high when they manually tested me. So, I calibrated my G7. Do that… read more
Traveling To Ireland Next Week. First Time With Pod And CGM Outside Of The US Travel Always Stresses Me Out. Suggestions For Smooth Trip?
I second getting a pat down. I have a letter from my doctor saying my equipment can't go into the scanner to present if I ever get issues. I've noticed the last few years that TSA sees more diabetics… read more
Does Anyone Have Or Felt The "SOMOGYI AFFECT" Or "THE DAWN PHENOMENON" ??? Just Recently Learned About This Had No Idea Of Its Existence...
My pump and sensor controls this phenomenon. I wake up in normal range with no issues.
Update: Went For My 3 Mo. Endocrinologist Appt. Wearing Omnipod 5 And Dexcom 6
Went for my 3 mo. Endocrinologist appt Monday and got a GREAT report!! She said I have been in range with my BS numbers 73% of the time which they want you to be 70 % and said my overall numbers are better than they have ever been!!! 🤣👍👏she did tweak my insulin pump a bit more and said we would recheck it in 3 mos. A1C was 7.7
So we are happy!!!
I got the Omnipod in December so this is my first 3 months checkup on it
It's great to hear that you're keeping up with your appointments and using technology like the Omnipod 5 and Dexcom 6 to manage your Type 1 diabetes. How have these devices been helping you with your… read more
How Many Of You Are Tired All The Time Wether What Your Blood Sugar Levels Are?
I did (and still do) and it turned out to be a whole host of other autoimmune conditions and deficiencies, plus anxiety and depression. I'd start with getting blood work done to rule out vitamin… read more
Why Does My BG Climb Over 200 After Breakfast Even Of I Eat Less?
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I find if I just eat protein for breakfast my bg doesn't rise much.
Why Does My BG Climb Over 200 After Breakfast Even Of I Eat Less?
Your basal insulin might need adjusting. Talk to your Healthcare Team.
Why Is Insulin So Expensive Out Of Pocket? Any Suggestions On Where To Get It Cheaper.
GoodRx is a great tool to get insulin at a cheaper price. It's not perfect and sometimes you still pay a couple hundred for a month supply but it's better than thousands. In addition, depending on… read more
With Summer Coming, I Notice I Need To Do A Whole Overhaul To My Insulin Quantities To Adjust For The Warmer Temperatures.
When I'm staying active outside I notice that my #'s will spike more in the heat. Before in colder months, the same activity would lower my BS. Now I have to take more insulin before a workout.
It's great that you're proactive about managing your insulin during warmer months! Here are a few tips to help you adjust and store your insulin properly:
1. **Monitor Insulin Storage**: Insulin… read more
What Tips Do You Have To Help With Seasonal Allergies?
I have 3 dogs, 2 of which are huskies, and I gave up trying to clean their hair all the time so I just live with it. I used to take Loratadine every night until Medi-Cal stopped paying for it since it… read more
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