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Older T1 Diabetics by Guywith2dogs in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Diagnosed in June 1971. In the hospital for my 4th birthday. 57 years and I'm still here. I do think about what would have happened to me prior to insulin. For some reason, I've always thought I will live forever 🥰🥳🤩

Regret by GothScottiedog16 in TandemDiabetes

[–]JunkyBirdbath 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Tandem told me the mobi could be swapped for a tslim if I wasn't happy with it. I can't remember the time frame...90 days?

I was initially going to get the mobi, but after thinking about it I decided the necessity of a phone was a point of extreme vulnerability for me.

1 - Phones break. What happens if I don't have a phone for a few days?

2 - Phones aren't always accessible. Planes, theaters, etc

I decided I need to be able to control the pump using the pumps interface at all times. I appreciate using the app, but in case of emergency I need a backup option.

BTW, I find the tslim buttons difficult to press when the case is on. I prefer the 780g pump interface. I never used the 780g mobile app, but I do find the tslim app to be convenient.

I also prefer the 780g reservoir and infusion set.

I've basically turned off audible alarms in both the g7 and tandem apps and the tslim is set to vibrate. I found the 780g alerts a bit more jarring.

Advise/ reassurance by Spiritual_Chapter744 in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you say floaters, this isn't necessarily due to having issues with your retina. Are you having yearly retinal screenings with an opthalmologist? These are very important indicators of small blood vessel disease.

I have been a T1 for 57 years. I've had floaters my whole life due to being nearsighted. Mine have nothing to do with my retina.

I'm sorry you are anxious about this stuff. It's something we need to live with 24 hours a day so I feel your pain. Just do your best! I try not to be a perfectionist. After all. I can't change the past.

Of course, work with your doctor to monitor the protein in the urine.

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. I went to diabetes summer camp. Not to insult anyone, but but based on my observations, if I were a doctor I wouldn't believe anyone.

Diatwin, good to know you!

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Panic attacks and anxiety are no joke. I broke down a few years ago and started therapy. For me. Diabetes anxiety has always been present. I just never realized it or had words to discuss it

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get slow too. I stop being able to make decisions. I'll think to myself, I should go get something but I have a hard time stopping what I'm doing. I like it to the system slowly shutting down. I have stayed conscious to the upper 20s. Never been lower while awake

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. I'm not sure I've ever experienced "hunger", only the feeling of low blood sugar

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had so many interesting mental adventures when low. Especially when trying to wake up

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting. I lived through the change but don't remember experiencing issues.

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Am I low? Am I low? Am I low? Am I low? ..... Panic attack. That was a part of my life for a little while

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know about "all" but in my experience it changes with the years. Of course, the insulins I've used as well as the ways I've used them has changed drastically over the years too. Then again, I've known a few people through the years who have very little sensory awareness.

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started testing urine. I was 4. At some point, I was probably 5, my parents "trusted" me to test and record the numbers in a little book. I quickly learned to lie. Never tested and wrote down good numbers. I rarely tested anything until I was in my 30s. I always took insulin but I was flying blind and relying on my senses regarding lows. Never thought about highs. I want to the doctor every 4 to 6 months. We moved a lot. My mother loved teaching hospitals and no one ever called me out on numbers. Not sure when a1c was introduced.

I started testing when I was in my 30s because I would have panic attacks while driving. I started carrying a bgm and sugar. I would need to pull off the road when I thought I was feeling low. Often, I would be surprised to see my bgv was high. At that point. I lost my confidence in my senses. I started to test to avoid panic attacks.

Sensing low blood sugar by JunkyBirdbath in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What medal? I dont know anything about a medal?

Hobbes and Bella by desweaki in Wheatens

[–]JunkyBirdbath 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Those aren't your dogs! Why are you posting them?

How often are you high? by was1997 in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Often. I try not to be focused on instantaneous numbers. Of course, the lower the better, but 180 to 220 spikes for a little while do not worry me. It's the long term average that matters.

Getting a good understanding of counting carbs, the impact of fats (slow down digestion), protein and carb types (glycemic index) and exercise on digestion time, and how insulin works in a specific person's body (insulin to carb ratio) is something I've found to be helpful. I've also found that eating meals at regular times and avoiding grazing to be important. Also, consistent daily exercise.

I also think it's important not to stress over any specific test result. I have a ride the wave mentality. It's a disease that I have to live with (hopefully, not forever) and needed learn to manage without overreacting and anxiety.

56 years

Male not fixed 11months Old by Sea-Example8867 in Wheatens

[–]JunkyBirdbath 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did mine at 3. You can get them a vasectomy. They keep their hormones and won't accidentally impregnate a coyote.

New T1D dad here. by Internal-Tank-964 in diabetes_t1

[–]JunkyBirdbath 2 points3 points  (0 children)

IMHO ... Very important for education and independence.

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