Recent Content by CartaX2

Hi Scott, Thanks for the reply, and for the information. I am starting to try the pre-bolusing thing. It is a relatively new concept to me but I am definitely going to give it more time. I remember a time that I purposely lowered the amount of carbs I ate for a 1-2 month period in an effort...

Having been on pre-mixed insulin and injections for 5 years then switching to a pump, I can say that I would not be able to go back to injections. It is not a miracle machine however. You will still have highs and lows occasionally, and all the other stuff that you need to take care of is...

Hello everyone, Thank you for the kind words and support. This disease never really bothered me at all until I had children. Then, of course, taking care of myself became not only about me, but for my children as well. I am in the process of speaking with professionals about it, and have...

Hello everyone, Thank you for the welcome! Yes, it is a small world Scott. I agree 100% regarding the CGM. I was given a set of sensors and the transmitter with the most recent pump I got. Unfortunately, once the sensors were no longer usable, paying out of pocket because the reality...

Hello everyone, I posted an introduction in the appropriate forum, but I wanted to talk about what brought me here in the first place. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I was 16, so I have lived with the condition for 15+ plus years. Generally speaking, I believe I am taking care of...

Hello everyone, My name is Chris and I am a 33 year old Canadian living in Newfoundland at the present time. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I was 16, so I am pushing 15+ years with the disease. I am currently using an insulin pump, and have been for some time. I look forward to...