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  1. Steveee
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    Libre alarms not working.

    Alarms not working is a common complaint. Here’s my view on a few things. 1. Libre uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) which can be interfered with...
    Post by: Steveee, Apr 7, 2022 in forum: Type 1 Diabetes
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    Pump cost comparison for private funding

    I am a service user rep for my local NHS diabetes service. As such, I have worked with the diabetes service provider to agree policy on pump use...
    Post by: Steveee, May 19, 2016 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  3. Steveee
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    Long Haul Flight Advice

    I regularly travel long haul. The best advice I can give is set the pump time to match your destination time on departure. Then try to eat/sleep...
    Post by: Steveee, May 14, 2012 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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    Pump Replacement - at Warranty?

    Like kegstore found, my local PCT insists that I insure my pump as I am responsible for it. I haev not issue with this. It costs £20 extra per...
    Post by: Steveee, Aug 31, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  5. Steveee
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    airport security scanners

    Don't worry, all airport security teams now seem to be aware of pumps and there is little issue. The only airport I have had a problem with...
    Post by: Steveee, Aug 31, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  6. Steveee
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    Can I Get A Pump?

    I have been on a pump for 3 years. For me it works well, but I do not believe that it is a solution for everyone. :( To use the pump properly,...
    Post by: Steveee, Aug 31, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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    Conversion rate

    Hi Brian, As a T1 I have learnt that 10gms CHO will increase by BG by 3. So for me, a 250ml glass of orange juice would increase my BG from 14 to...
    Post by: Steveee, Aug 16, 2009 in forum: Food, Nutrition and Recipes
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    Pumps??

    Hi Gazza, Sorry if what I said about Dafne was misleading. :( Dafne is not just about carb counting. The other part that is important when...
    Post by: Steveee, Aug 16, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  9. Steveee
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    Pumps??

    Hi Gazza, There is a lot of NICE guidance on who can be put on the pump. It basically boils down to the requirement that the existing multiple...
    Post by: Steveee, Aug 8, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  10. Steveee
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    Pump Replacement - at Warranty?

    Hi, I am working with my local Primary and Secondary care teams on developing the insulin pump service in our local area. Insulin pumps are...
    Thread by: Steveee, Aug 3, 2009, 3 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  11. Steveee
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    Gym routines and pumping

    It all depends on how much work you are going to do :wink: For me, I do approx 15 mins hard cardio then a lot of weights - approximately 16 -...
    Post by: Steveee, Apr 21, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  12. Steveee
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    Blood from my cannula!

    Mike, I have had a cannula come out a few times, but that was more to do with too much sun tan lotion. :D Soon learnt to use soap and water.......
    Post by: Steveee, Mar 17, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  13. Steveee
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    Quick question - please help!

    Hi Katie, How did you get on? I have been using the silhouette set for 2 years. Yes the introducer does look scary, but you soon get used to...
    Post by: Steveee, Mar 12, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  14. Steveee
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    Insurance

    Broads, You have to notify DVLA when you go onto medication.
    Post by: Steveee, Feb 14, 2009 in forum: Ask A Question
  15. Steveee
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    stupid stupid stupid

    No, if I have to take say 10 units of insulin as a bolus, I will do either a square wave of 10 units for 30mins to 90 mins depending on the type...
    Post by: Steveee, Feb 14, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  16. Steveee
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    What is the minimum training time for a pump?

    I do not believe that there is a strict guideline, but most trainers will follow guidance from the pump manufaturers. After completing the CHO...
    Post by: Steveee, Feb 14, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  17. Steveee
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    What is the minimum training time for a pump?

    Most PCTs insist that before going on a pump, you go on a carbohydrate counting course such as BERTIE or DAFNE. My comments below are based on my...
    Post by: Steveee, Feb 12, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  18. Steveee
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    Pump Question

    It all comes down to what your PCT has budgeted for. It also makes the consumables more expensive. :( I did use a CGM a four years ago to...
    Post by: Steveee, Feb 12, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  19. Steveee
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    Why....?

    With the large variations you see, this suggest pump site. I started getting higher BG levels when the infusion set was on my left side as...
    Post by: Steveee, Feb 12, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
  20. Steveee
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    stupid stupid stupid

    Re: stupid stupi stupid My correction bolus is the same whatever my BG is. Generally for me, 1 unit of insulin will reduce my BG by 3 and 1 unit...
    Post by: Steveee, Feb 12, 2009 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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