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Andy928

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Type of diabetes
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Does anyone receive Dexcom G7 or Freestyle Libre 2 PLUS or 3 on NHS? Thanks
 
Libre 3 for me.
Not sure how the funding works as not actually on my normal prescription.
They are issued direct from Abbott.
 
Hi @Zinadane same for my daughter, pumps and consumables delivered directly for many years, she currently uses freestyle Libre 2 and now she is a little disappointed as asked to use dexcom g6 instead to move to closed loop system, which is great (closed loop) and will help, but upset as sensors are much larger and appears a backward step she enjoys being discrete, and especially as more discrete sensors available and newer versions… do you use an insulin pump? Not ungrateful for getting a closed loop automatic system but for a young person, her thoughts are also day to day, placement and form factor, also the g6 has to be replaced every 10 days not 14, sad as better newer tech available and she feels as getting older stuff.
 
Art Of Flowers said:
See https://jdrf.org.uk/knowledge-suppo...-get-a-continuous-glucose-monitor-on-the-nhs/

If you have type 2 diabetes you probably won’t meet the criteria. If you want to self fund getting a CGM then take a look at … https://www.diabetes.co.uk/forum/th...with-a-continuous-glucose-monitor-cgm.204410/

The Dexcom One+ is the cheapest alternative if you get a monthly or quarterly subscription.
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Hi, thanks, I’m asking some questions for me reversible type 2, although nearly reversed already, but this question about my daughter who has type 1 since a teenager, hence posted in type 1 forum I hope, sorry if got that wrong!
 
Totally understand the size issue.
I'm 57 and the miniature size of libre 3 was the reason i pushed my team hard to get on it. I'm virtually unaware I'm wearing it!
I'm not looping (yet)
I believe libre 3 is compatible but I guess not with the system the NHS want to give you.
 
Talking about size. I am currently trying a dummy pump. You can email for one. Medtrum Nano. I think the smallest one available after some research.
I find it quite bulky, but it the first time I've worn a pump!
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Thanks for shared pic, that’s not so bad, in size tbh for a pump, my daughter has been using omnipods for a couple of years now, looks about same size, not perfect but she preferred that from using Medtronic pump which needed a cannula and pipe on top to connect to the pump… it’s personal preference. Some people I know of just use injections with pens, but pump treatment has been sooo much better for keeping her levels under control, these things will get smaller for sure.
 
You can also place on your stomach I believe, might hide a little more, but I totally understand you don’t want anything extrusive maybe, but think of the long term as well, you’re older than me, but things will shrink, look at the sensors, the pumps will too, I wouldn’t hold back, the technology is moving soo quickly, hence disappointed with my daughter older stuff, but there is a lot of comparison and competition in this industry atm… is moving very quickly but don’t let that stop you now of works fr you, could give you more time to live… it’s that important, which is why frustrated nhs sometimes a little slow, is there a forum for diabetes technology…? There should be @Administrator ? Thanks
 
Not a forum, but try dtn-uk.
(Diabetes technical network)
Libre geeks on FB, plus quite a few other groups.
 
Andy928 said:
You can also place on your stomach I believe, might hide a little more, but I totally understand you don’t want anything extrusive maybe, but think of the long term as well, you’re older than me, but things will shrink, look at the sensors, the pumps will too, I wouldn’t hold back, the technology is moving soo quickly, hence disappointed with my daughter older stuff, but there is a lot of comparison and competition in this industry atm… is moving very quickly but don’t let that stop you now of works fr you, could give you more time to live… it’s that important, which is why frustrated nhs sometimes a little slow, is there a forum for diabetes technology…? There should be @Administrator ? Thanks
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Sorry @Zinadane posted after you pic, you can wear on back of your arm as well, this is where my daughter wears most the time, does pop out a little, but can also wear on side on thigh, tbh was brilliant for her, and worked a treat with levels, not perfect but really helped her a lot. Also check apps for glucose monitor, she found one that displays on iPhone every minute, that really helped her tune levels… although I do think 1 min a little nuts, but to monitor trend apps good, hope my comments help somewhat, I know it’s not easy.
 
Zinadane said:
Talking about size. I am currently trying a dummy pump. You can email for one. Medtrum Nano. I think the smallest one available after some research.
I find it quite bulky, but it the first time I've worn a pump!
b4aa471cabe1fadd4887f2b7de570b68.jpg
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Zinedane, if you (or indeed anyone) are considering going on hybrid closed loop with the Medrum please speak to your diabetes team beforehand.

I'm sure you are aware there have been concerns raised recently about the efficacy of the Medrum system and hybrid closed looping: https://abcd.care/announcement/dtn-statement-regarding-use-medtrum-hcl-systems
 
BadaBing said:
Zinedane, if you (or indeed anyone) are considering going on hybrid closed loop with the Medrum please speak to your diabetes team beforehand.

I'm sure you are aware there have been concerns raised recently about the efficacy of the Medrum system and hybrid closed looping: https://abcd.care/announcement/dtn-statement-regarding-use-medtrum-hcl-systems
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Yep, that was the exact reply from my dsn after I made an enquiry.
Will be interesting to see what developments follow on.
Omnipod dash would be my next consideration I think. I'm quite interested in going down the AAPS route as well.
 
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Zinadane said:
Omnipod dash would be my next consideration I think. I'm quite interested in going down the AAPS route as well.
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Dash works well with AAPS - You'll need Juggluco to support the L3 (see link below)

AAPS Documentation

Android APS (AAPS) is an open source app for people living with insulin-dependent diabetes. It is an artificial pancreas system (APS) which runs on Android smartphones.
androidaps.readthedocs.io androidaps.readthedocs.io

AAPS is amazing for its flexibility and the control it allows for the users to make - quite a learning curve and there are objectives which must be passed to enable all functionality (might take 1 month to pass them all, very good training system (but can be a tad frustrating when you want to 'go live'))

AAPS also supports the Medtrum Nano though - so another option there if you particularly like the pump.
 
BadaBing said:
Zinedane, if you (or indeed anyone) are considering going on hybrid closed loop with the Medrum please speak to your diabetes team beforehand.

I'm sure you are aware there have been concerns raised recently about the efficacy of the Medrum system and hybrid closed looping: https://abcd.care/announcement/dtn-statement-regarding-use-medtrum-hcl-systems
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I have been using the Medtrum Nano since it was released and really like the pump.
I started using the Medtrum CGM a couple of years ago and am happy with that too.
About 18 months ago, I enabled the "EasyLoop" feature which auto-suspends before going low but does not do anything with the high readings. So a sort of hybrid hybrid semi-closed loop. This has helped me avoid lows but can be a pain as it can suspend the basal for too long resulting in a high, especially overnight.
I was looking forward to trialling their HCL until I saw this report so my HCL "dreams" are on hold for now.

AAPs looks interesting but my clinic will only fund the Libre 2. I have to self fund the Medtrum CGM even though the price is comparable, I have no chance to get any other CGM.

But I do like the size of the Medtrum (smaller than OmniPod) and the phone app which means I do not have to carry around a separate PDM.
 
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AAPs looks interesting but my clinic will only fund the Libre 2.
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AAPS works with the Libre 2 (thats what I use) however 'SMB always' is not currently available, but will be enabled in the next release (gives more control as it allows AAPS to use SMB at any time of day, not just when you've eaten - having said that the other algorithms in AAPS do a good job when SMB isn't there.
 
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