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    Skin irritation from dexcom sensor

    Ps I did contact dexcom and they were not much help. I also have a doctors appointment next month but wanted try something in the meantime if possible. :)
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    Skin irritation from dexcom sensor

    Has anyone else had skin irritation from the dexcom sensor tape? For the first few months my skin was fine but now my skin is becoming itchy under the sensor and around it, and also small bumps along the outside of the tape, symptoms usually start on the 3rd day of wearing it. I change my sites...
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    How long did you think you had diabetes before diagnosis?

    Dx when I was 20 and was in good shape and health at the time. I did not have any symptoms and it does not run in my family. I found out through a pre employment drug screen and was advised that I maybe had it for only 3 months or so before being dx. I did have a trauma/accident about 3-4...
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    How to stay healthy during cold and flu season

    @Bluetit1802 Thank you for the advice! I will have to try Vicks First Defence. I work in a doctors office and am actually more healthier than most of my work mates, even with a weakened immune system lol. But I was just curious what others do and I am always looking for new tips and tricks...
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    How to stay healthy during cold and flu season

    Unfortunately, I work in a doctors office so there is always stuff going around from patients and or staff. But I do practice washing hands thoroughly, no face touching and anti-bacterial gel is my friend. I also take daily vitamins and during the cold season I add an emergency drink (Vitamin...
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    Medical Bracelets

    Thank you!
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    How to stay healthy during cold and flu season

    Cold and flu season is right around the corner, so what are your favorite things to boost up your immune system? Always looking for new tips and tricks :)
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    Refuse to take my insulin

    @Jaspreet I'm so sorry. I have been there as well, I was done. I was at my lowest of lows in life and threw in the towel. That ended me up in the hospital for about a week. I am lucky to still be here, it was my wake up call. I did not realize at the time how my health was affecting my family...
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    Medical Bracelets

    I have a old school medical bracelet that I sport but I recently got tattoo....The tattoo doubles as an alert & a daily reminder that I AM greater than my highs and lows [emoji173]️
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    Hypo treatment

    I have glucose tabs but sometimes that's not enough for me so my main go to is a Juice box :)
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    What do you miss most from being diabetic

    Being able to just sit down and eat.
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    Dexcom sensor

    @TorqPenderloin, I hear ya! I felt the same as well but they advised me that if your in pain or its uncomfortable to take it out and they will be more than happy to replace it. I would find myself leaving it in even if it was painful due to not wanting to waste it. Sadly, my insurance will only...
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    Dexcom sensor

    @TorqPenderloin I have also wasted a few sensors due pain, inserting issues and trying to find the "right" spot. But dexcom has been pretty awesome about replacing each of those sensors. Did you get your sensors replaced? If not it's for sure worth a call.
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    Diabetes burnout

    Thank you and will look into that book @MrNiceGuy
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    Dexcom sensor

    Thanks for the info!
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