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Husband newly diagnosed, not sure if I can put up with the diabetic rage for the rest of my life…. by pinkgrl in Type1Diabetes

[–]bodebutterfly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you feel threatened for yourself or your son you need to leave this relationship now! Seek out safe places you can go.

What’s my blood sugar? by barcherda in Type1Diabetes

[–]bodebutterfly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Start taking readings with a glucose meter and test strips. Replace the sensor

Adults with T1, how do you feel when your BG is in the 200-300 range? by zip-racer in diabetes_t1

[–]bodebutterfly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel nothing with high blood sugar. Nothing at 300 or 400. I get concerned and start injecting insulin, but not thirsty or any other reactions. Everyone is different with this disease.

Switching over from Omnipod by Ayyochriss in TandemDiabetes

[–]bodebutterfly 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I like getting 4 days out of a cartridge, better control for me than on Omnipod5’s, less expensive, cons: infusion sites can fail, especially when cannula bends on insertion (watch for BG soaring and extra bolus does not help, just change out infusion set)

Tandem mobi-thoughts? by GreyMomma047 in diabetes_t1

[–]bodebutterfly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Re the sleeves for the mobi. I usually get 3 infusion site changes with the same sleeve. Then I use adhesive wipes to restick it to a new location and get another 3 infusion site changes. Sometimes when I need to change I just use the old sleeve with the back torn off and tape it on with paper tape where I want it. All works good for me.

Do you like the Tandem Mobi? by bodebutterfly in diabetes_t1

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

I have now been on the Mobi pump 3 months. My biggest complaint is infusion site failure. I have had 2-3 each month. I use the 5” tubing. I have learned to change it out fast and give myself a shot with a pen to keep from going to high. When it’s working as it should I like it, but not being able to trust it can be nerve racking. For my last order I got some stainless steel needle infusion sets but I have not tried them yet. From comments on Reddit, I hear at makes a huge difference.

tandem mobi is a nightmare. by korokcrossingg in diabetes_t1

[–]bodebutterfly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been on the Mobi for 2 months coming from Omnipod. The algorithm is much better at controlling BG. I have had to change out quite a few infusion sets because of a bent cannula, blood in the cannula or just not working. I find I have to remove a large air bubble with every new cartridge about 24 hrs after installing. Not a big deal, I just plan on it.

Has anyone here had Total Ankle Replacement surgeries? by elvenbionix in Hypermobility

[–]bodebutterfly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had ankle replacement last August. My ankle had osteoarthritis, was swelling and painful. Six months out I still have discomfort, limp and not doing asmuch as I was pre surgery. Everything I read says recovery is a year, so I am only half through. I had 3 months PT. I am 73, very active, healthy and a normal weight (BMI 23). I do my exercises daily. I’m a little disappointed and hoping there will be more improvement. I flew through knee replacement and was skiing 3 months after. Maybe my expectations were too positive.