Recent Content by Gregoir

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    New to pumping - Question about hair.

    I just use SWMBO disposable razor while in the bath. I alternate sides of my belly and shave the anticipated sites. A couple of days of growth does not stop the canulla sticking. Just remember to rinse the bath afterwards_ I forgot!
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    Adjustments for exercise?

    After some experience of going hypo after exercise, will try 10% TBR next time. Been told to do this for an hour before, during, and an hour after exercise.
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    Adjustments for exercise?

    Been advised to start at 50% basal for one hour before during and after exercise. Will try tomorrow for the first time on a 6 mile walk.
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    Insulin pumps and illness

    I've been advised to go to 130% basal as a starting point when ill. My first day on the pump for real.
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    Have you done the DAFNE/DESMOND courses or anything similar?

    Re: Have you done the DAFNE/DESMOND courses or anything simi I am new to this forum and went on to a pump yesterday as I have dificulty with swings in my blood sugar. Getting multiple hypos when exercising. I went on the Chesterfield based ASPIRE course a few years ago. Gave me lots of...