Recent Content by Postleneo

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    Looking for comments on omnipod5 and dex g6

    In my experience - yes - definitely!!- Was on the dash and g7 but opted to go with the G6 as it is the only CGM currently compatible with the OP5. Been on the 5 for 12 days now and so far fantastic!!!!. Had 11 consecutively fantastic nights sleep - kept me perfectly at or just below my target of...
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    Omnipod 5 on NHS

    I have just (12 days back) moved over from the Dash to OP5 and self fund the Dexcom G6 but have been informed that in the 'not to distant future' the OP5 will be compatible with the Freestyle Libre 2 or 3. Must say that so far my monthly costs for the G6 is money very well spent!!! I have found...
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    Why pay pump insurance?

    Currently using the Omnipod and paying £7.50 per month for insurance. Have had 2 issues with the PDM both have been when changing the battery... After changing the battery PDM didnt switch on... Blank screen... Just gave up the ghost. After phoning Insulett and giving the serial number of the...
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    Snorkeling

    Thank you so much for the reply and the fantastic advice.... Ran a bit higher than normal beforehand and also gave a reduced temp basal... Worked a treat many thanks
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    Snorkeling

    Hi guys... Currently in Mauritius and have booked a days trip on a catermeran and snorkeling. Use an omnipod and just asking for any advice ie how bloods may be affected during and after, what I should consider etc. Many thanks
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    Received the Omnipod DASH

    Many thanks for the info
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    Received the Omnipod DASH

    Interested in the Dash when it becomes available. Just wondering how long the battery lasts following a full charge and if you are able to change the battery... Ie keep one charged and swap over when battery running low?
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    Omnipod basal variations

    Have similar issues myself... Been on the Omnipod now for about 5 months.... As soon as I think if cracked my basal requirements ii suddenly either start requiring more basal... Then after a few days start needing less!! Seems like I'm adjusting every 5 or 6 days no mater where I place the pod...
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    Diabetes Story.. what’s yours so far!

    Rushed in to hospital the night before flying home to UK following a two week fabulous holiday in Disneyland Florida 5 years ago. After 2 days in intensive care - diagnosed as T1- lived it up with a further weeks stay in one of the disney hotels feeling on top of the world Try to eat and live...
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    Pumping Fiasp... Unexplained highs

    Thanks all for you responses and advice... Just an update... Now 4 days in of high shugs and have spoken to my diabetic nurse who has stated my that my insulin requirements may have changed and recommended temp increasing basal rates and lowering ratios and isf. Now running at a temp basal of...
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    Pumping Fiasp... Unexplained highs

    Hi Kim Possible... Thanks for response... One vial usually lasts about 12 days and always keep it in the fridge it's only out when I fill up the pod
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    Pumping Fiasp... Unexplained highs

    This has happened a few times now... Been on an insulin pump a number of years.. Previously Animas vibe and since last year the Omnipod. Found I can have almost perfect readings then suddenly out of nowhere get unexplained high blood shugs for no apparent reason an no matter how much I correct...
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    Food plans

    Once you have your basal rates, insulin sensitivity and insulin/carb ratio sorted you can really eat almost anything as long as you pre bolus accordingly. For getting these as accurate as possible seek advice from your DN practitioner. I did basal tests first and adjusted accordingly, once...
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    What do you wish someone had told you when you were first diagnosed?

    I wish the consultant told me about carb counting rather than tak 6 units of insulin before every meal.... Would have save me a lot ov very severe hypos and anxiety.... Especially following a chicken salad!!!
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    Libre sensor

    Deffinately... Being able to see trends.... Catch lows before actual hypos....being able to scan multiple times a day.... Blood shrugs never been better! So much so I actually invested in the Miaomiao which is a transmitter that can essentially send your readings continuously to a smart phone or...