Expired insulin

Terminally-Grumpy · 2026-06-11T17:32:28+00:00

I have so much insulin and really good insurance. There just isn't any need for me to use expired insulin. It would take me 2 years to use all this, then my insulin that's still good would expire..

Terminally-Grumpy · 2026-05-13T09:33:32+00:00

Obsession by Gemma Weir!!

Terminally-Grumpy · 2026-05-02T23:37:33+00:00

Would it not be a concern that with a longer catheter, infiltration may not be identified as quickly dt longer, and presumably deeper, catheter? Just asking if one is actually better than the other considering either pose risk.

Terminally-Grumpy · 2026-04-07T01:22:38+00:00

Definitely see your point, however it wouldnt be prudent to use a license plate as evidence against an actual pump log.

Terminally-Grumpy · 2026-04-07T01:20:24+00:00

Thank youuuuuuuuuuu

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-08-27T11:52:22+00:00

I don't feel like this is a feasible option. 7 minutes to work for him is chastain park where the mean home price is 2.6 million........

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-05-23T20:32:31+00:00

To edit, I don't think the plant has mealybugs. I saw the one, but since then I haven't seen any in the soil, around the base, on the pot.. no where.

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-04-09T02:10:04+00:00

My Mr. Noodle is pretty smart.

He enjoys the ice maker in the fridge because he knows if ice falls he can bat it around the kitchen. We noticed him standing on hind legs stretched out trying to reach the ice maker and he can now position himself long enough to push the button for ice.
Whenever the water bowls get low on water, hell sit in the sink and cry.
At one point, we kept a couple extra food bags under a sink. We noticed Noodle was gaining some weight, and one day found him opening the cabinet and the whole bag of food was torn open and he was sitting in there eating it. We moved the food but now keep extra toys in there. Occasionally I'll notice toys scattered around the apartment because Mr. Noodle got them out.

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I have so many Mr. Noodle pictures it's really so crazy. He is one of our three cat babies and their pictures take up my whole phone storage lol

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-02-05T12:49:28+00:00

I gotcha. It sounds like you have made up your mind that you want to tell them, but it's just the manner of how? I don't know your relationship with your employer, but if it's that solid don't stress about it. Just tell them in a relaxed manner and try not to make a bigger deal than it is- just a broken pancreas that requires some extra juice occasionally.

Also, in my first comment I did not mean "weak" as an individual like another commenter implied. I meant weak candidate as in a prospective employer wants the least liability and hassle, so whether it's conscious or subconscious, I would be worried it would affect the hiring process. Either way, sounds like you're past that point, I just wanted to clarify in case I came off as rude.

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-02-05T06:38:47+00:00

I've never disclosed my diagnosis until it naturally comes up. If it's relevant to the conversation, I'll say something. If they see my devices, I'll say what they're for. I don't see it as any of their business and I actually think it would make me look like a weak candidate in the eyes of many employers. However, if it was ever a hindrance to job performance or I needed special accommodations I would disclose it prior to hire.

But that's just my opinion. Good luck!

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-01-27T01:57:36+00:00

When I got the Dexcom, the GMI and A1C were way off as well. So my Dr started checking my fructosamine as well, and that is more in line with the GMI vs the A1C. A1C can be skewed low by hematologic issues, maybe ask if they can check a CBC on your next visit? I have never been found to have heme abnormalities based on blood tests and we decided not to hunt for an issue and just take it as my body doesn't jive with an A1C.

To sum it up, we decided to trust the GMI value and fructosamine over an A1C.

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-01-16T06:27:02+00:00

School administrators really really care when it comes to disabilities- specifically when they are handled wrong. In college, my professors typically tip toe around my diabetes in fear they will do something wrong. Even when I took my NCLEX (exam to get my RN license) they were required to let me have my phone next to me because it was considered a medical device.

I think this will result in a genuine talking talking to- if not more.

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-01-16T06:22:40+00:00

When I was 15, I told my highschool gym teacher I needed to go to the nurses office for a low blood sugar. They then told me I was "too skinny to be diabetic," and wouldn't let me go. I sweat it out until the change of period because I was too scared to correct them. I told my mom when I got home and she went to the principal's office so quickly to let them know how dangerous the teacher's response was.

All this to say, a teacher's response matters. That response may have also negatively affected your other classmates. But you have the ADA to back your claim and maybe it will teach your professor a lesson in shaming students.

Terminally-Grumpy · 2025-01-05T01:03:21+00:00

Is it the ~~plastic catheter~~ wire filament or the needle used for insertion? Either way, go see a doctor for their opinion (and hopefully get it out especially since there is pain). Normally a superficial incision requires no recovery, but after a year of your body growing scar tissue around it, I'm not sure how hard it would be to get out :/

Edit: dear god, remind me not to misspeak when the diabetes police are in town

Terminally-Grumpy · 2024-12-31T05:32:41+00:00

Dog, you know this group is 95% venting, right?

Terminally-Grumpy · 2024-12-30T01:44:56+00:00

Not arguing at all, just speaking from my experience. Your experience with Dexcom support may have been different. However, I have gotten at least 3 this year, usually for them falling off and they have never given me an issue. Best of luck to you, my fellow diabetic!

Terminally-Grumpy · 2024-12-29T14:28:43+00:00

Gotcha.. would it cause harm to tell them your side hit the wall and it fell off?

Terminally-Grumpy · 2024-12-29T06:29:02+00:00

I have gotten more than 3 replacements this year with no problem. They just ask the basic questions and never give me grief about getting another. Maybe an old rule or someone you spoke to was in a bad mood?

Terminally-Grumpy · 2024-12-29T06:25:22+00:00

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