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I’m T1D And Researching Insulin Pumps. Does Anyone Have Any Experience And Advice Or Recommendations? TYIA.

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Thornton, CO
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Thanks for sharing. That’s awesome to hear.

Why Don't Type 2 Diabetics Have A Pump That Administers Insulin Based On Blood Sugar? That Would Save Us Finger Sticking And Control Blood S

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Fort Worth, TX
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Thanks

A1c Is 5.3

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Nebraska City, NE

Using insulin pump @1c 5..5

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Signs and Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Read Article...
A DiabetesTeam Member

That's a great A1C - good for you - that is "control"

With that number, like Mr. Spock used to say - You will live long and prosper 😁

Diabetic Pumps Sponsors

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Port Elizabeth, ZA

I just want to know i live in South Africa and i want to know what medical aid covers the diabetic pumps fully every month? And if thay do what brand of pumps do thay cover and is it the insulan pump as well or just the testing one?

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How Many T2D Are On A Pump And Are Using The Keto Diet?

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Indianapolis, IN
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That is amazing. Great work! I wish CGM were free, but you've already done all the leg work

How LOW Is Too Low For YOU?

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Inverary, ON

Particularly in those newly diagnosed or while you are making changes to "the way you eat" (diet really conjures up a different thought process), you may start to experience blood sugar levels that seem really Low to you

The basic rule is, low blood sugar starts at either 70 or 72 points/3.9 or 4.0 mmols

Low blood sugar becomes "deadly" once it hits 35 points or 2.0 mmols

There is a big grey area in between those upper and lower limits

Type 2 being a metabolic disorder means that sometimes… read more

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A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member it does and some get shaky in the mid-4's

The point I was making is there is a difference between "dangerous" levels and levels that cause us symptoms or discomfort

Pumps And Tresheab

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King, NC

my endo put me on Tresheba 100 units every 3 days. She wants me to go on a pump and I have an appt on Tuesday for a 7 day trial. Do any of you wear a pump and what kind? I THINK MY INSURANCE IS GOING TO GO CRAZY.

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I had a @pump for several years and went off of it as the supplies are 100 bucks every 3 months and the hose kept getting in my way at work and I work around heavy duty magnets which are a big no no… read more

Anyone Than Has Done Open Water Swimming That Is Using The Tandem T:slim Pump? Or Any Advice For A Type 1 Who Want To Do Open Water Swimming

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Pretoria, ZA
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For those using an insulin pump like the Tandem t:slim and considering open water swimming, here are some general tips:

1. Waterproofing: Ensure your pump is waterproof or use a waterproof case. The… read more

I Am About To Transition To A Omnipod Pump. Does Anyone Use A Pump? For How Long? Do You Like The Pump? What Are Your Pros And Cons?

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Philadelphia, PA
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I’ve been using a medtronic pump for 6 years very successfully. Best A1c’s in the last 25 years no diabetic complications and easy to travel with. About to commence CGM which should make my control… read more

Iam Now Retired Got Confirmed In 2015 As Type 2 .Does My Medication Increase My Weight ..by 4 Stone ??

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East Yorkshire
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Diabetes medications can indeed make losing weight more challenging. According to the American Association of Diabetes Educators, diabetes medications are vital for managing blood sugar but can be a… read more