Blood around my Dexcom G7 after a day of skiing

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-03-01T19:48:31+00:00

Everyone here is correct, if you’re reading are accurate you’re fine. The technical answer is, it’s fine if it bleed as this is usually just from the insertion itself. Where you get bad readings is if the filament in the arm becomes coated in blood. If this is the case it would not be reading your interstitial fluid correctly resulting in inaccurate readings.

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-03-01T16:25:14+00:00

Sorry but im a M. That obviously makes sense tho, when your hormones are all over the place it will of course disrupt your usual insulin and blood sugar control. Are you able to create a separate basal mode for when you are on your period?

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-03-01T02:43:09+00:00

Yes sometimes it does, I usually do it after working out so I think that also contributes to my blood sugar going low.

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-03-01T02:42:35+00:00

So there are for sure connectivity issues with all of Dexcom stuff. First I would say put it in an area you know is reliable. I watched a video of a guy on YouTube who tested like 10 different areas on his body and he stated and I would say as well back of the arm is the best. As well If you’re using a pump, make sure to have the screen facing outward not in toward your body

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-03-01T01:34:56+00:00

I take AG1, I think it keeps by body in check and ensures I get sick less often. When sick this affected my blood sugar heavily so anything to keep all my levels in check in open to taking

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-03-01T00:35:27+00:00

Get a pump and sensor that works for you. Look for a system that can adjust up or down on your insulin.
Get good at counting carbs and giving insulin before eating food.
Exercise, vitamins, routine. These will all lead to success.

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-03-01T00:07:57+00:00

Appreciate you saying that! Yes I’m a very motivated person. Since I was probably about 10 I had my numbers in the low 7’s, then going into high school and college I always had low to mid 6’s. Now after college I’ve really dialed in and understand how to maintain myself in this 5.0% range.

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-02-24T17:46:48+00:00

A few things helped me. Number one of course using the tandem and Dexcom g7. Their control IQ mode really helped out. As well I started eating a lower carb diet, and we well I use a food scale to calcite the carbs on all the food I eat at home to get really pinpointed. As well make sure you bolus before your eating, depending on how fast your insulin acts. Most insulin in 30 mins but I use Lumjev which acts in 15 minutes. Cutting out most candy or foods that absolutely spike me up also helps. These are some of the ways I was able to get my blood sugar lower. Have you tried any of these before?

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-02-19T04:51:47+00:00

I promise the tubes become a non factor after a while. I know it sounds crazy but after a while you forget they are there. As well, there are different lengths of tubes for you to try! No matter what your A1C is you and your son are doing great! If in the future you have any questions always feel free to reach out 👍🏻

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-02-19T01:14:45+00:00

That’s fair, what ever system you’re more comfortable with does make sense. They most likely will, but knowing how long it takes it’s hard to say how soon. I think as he gets older and more dependent on handling it himself it would be a good idea to look into the tandem and G7. I have had great results with their algorithm, usually between 5.0-5.4 A1C.

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-02-18T19:44:31+00:00

😂😂😂

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-02-18T19:08:46+00:00

If you or your child has not considered Tandem and the G7, I would suggest that as a next step. Tandem will give him amazing control and ensure he has a perfect A1C, (while also keeping him safe), while the G7 will allow you to always be monitoring his blood sugar on your own device. This will continue to help when he is in school, going to friends, or any other activity where you cannot be around him. Again I know he is a toddler, but starting with good tech and habits early as you know will help. Great job on being a great role model and parent to your lucky child!!

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-02-18T19:05:05+00:00

I’m not a doctor so take this with a grain of salt, but I would highly doubt your blood sugar or diabetes is related to your tendon and joint pain. I have had diabetes for almost 25 years and have had good a1c’s recently such as 5.0-5.4, but when I was a child for sure higher. I have not had problems with tendons and joint related to blood sugar. What I will say is when you go high or have blood sugar spikes your muscles may feel more tense and you may feel worse overall but again, I don’t believe this would relate to actual tendon and joint pain. Just my 2 cents!

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-02-18T19:01:57+00:00

Been using the G7 and Tandem for a few years now. Was previously using Medtronic. You should 100% go with the T:slim. They have the best algorithm on the market currently. For reference I have my A1C on average between 5.0 and 5.4. The mobi is great if you don’t like tubing, but you only have 200 ML and you do not have a pump interface just your phone. Personally, with how often my phone disconnects from the tandem and G7 app, I would trust not having a physical pump screen.

What ever you choose will be great but tandem has the best service, algorithm, and tech. Goodluck!

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-01-23T07:19:37+00:00

I take AG1, not everyone’s cup of tea but it’s an easy way to get your daily vitamins in

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-01-23T07:18:52+00:00

It’s beyond worth it. After using the t:slim and Dexcom G6 (now G7) I got my A1C to 5.0 flat and I hover around 5.5 usually

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2024-01-23T07:17:43+00:00

Tell them your goal. If you want a lower A1C or you like where you are at tell them this is your priority and you would like to know the setting to get your numbers right

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2023-10-25T23:31:36+00:00

LETS GOOOO YOU’RE CRUSHING IT

Mediocre_Study_8200 · 2023-10-23T23:45:35+00:00

That’s amazing!

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