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Well….time passed and according to my ENT, post covid syndrome takes time to resolve. It could be from post covid. Because at the same time I got foot paresthesia, hand numbness at night, hair loss, chronic congestion, etc, I also had smell/taste disorder. Lost my sense of smell….failed a...

I’m still not sure what caused my paraesthesia in my feet. One Neurologist said not neuropathy, one said it was likely B12 deficiency. Or, possibly post covid syndrome. Anyway, after getting B12 injections and reducing my BG substantially, the numbness in my feet has drastically reduced. Now...

I use a Medtronic 780g. The sensors can be problematic, unless you have Simplers, which I don’t, but it’s grest otherwise. It has changed my life. The best TIR I’ve had in over 20 years. I stay in Smartguard mode, which means it automatically adjust my insulin delivery. Set basal rates never...

That’s a lot to deal with. I understand your anxiety over the prospect of going low. It’s hard to temper my reaction when I can see I’m dropping rapidly. I have found my automated pump to be a big help with avoiding lows. It’s a lot of work, but worth it, imo. It also helps to share and get...

I just got my lowest a1c result in 10 years! It is 6.7%. I can barely believe it. All due to my Medtronic 780. I still have work to do. I believe that I can do much better….my goal is below 6. I think it’s doable.

I’d call Medtronic and ask for their input. And, finger stick to see your BG number first. Sadly, I don’t have Simpkera, but have G4. I’m not aware how they differ in function. I stay in Snartguard as much as possible. It’s my understanding that the basal will be delivered by the pump in the...

Has she decided what to do? I came here searching for some input in wearing my cgm during head CT scan. I definitely would leave my pump in another room. But, thought my cgm left on would be ok. I found some links that say it’s advisable to remove pump and cgm but that there were no reported...

You know to say suboptimal….omg. That really bothers me. How dare a medical professional use that kind of language to a patient who has literally saved their own life for over 30 years. It’s inexcusable. Hold your head high! Many could not do what you do. The goal of healthcare...

To what do you attribute your success?

Do you suppose it’s coming from something else?

I agree. I love the 780, however lately the sensor life has become unpredictable. I really wish they would get the Simplera going in the US. I’m having. way too many updating, change sensor too early….like on day 3, updating immediately after Warm up, Enter BG multiple times through the...

780g doesn’t bother me size wise. I clip it to my pj bottoms or otherwise lay it on the pillow. Some use long tubing and put it on the nightstand.

Congratulations LeafyArts! You truly are a warrior and champion! My goodness what an accomplishment. I bet people tell you how inspiring you are all the time. Enjoy the awesome feeling that being fit brings. This song has brought me a lot of inspiration on my journey. Pumps me up for a...

It’s in pump manuals, policy on all diabetes websites I’ve been a member and been advised by endo office.

Upthread you mentioned dawn phenomenon. I used to have that too. I bolused in the morning for my coffee, even if it barely had any carbs. Usually, 7 carbs. Also, I think there is a setting that limits the max number of units of insulin you can get within a certain amount of time. I can’t...

I was having the same problems! Last night, I didn’t though…. i stayed around 100, even though I didn’t sleep in Temp Target. I was staying around 70 and dipping lower for some unknown reason. But, with good results last night, I may just watch and see if it’s corrected itself. The theory is...

Right. My B6 was barely in normal range, but neurologist said to absolutely not take any.

I haven’t tried Libre, but have heard good things about it. With the way my BG is, I must have an integrated system with automatic delivery. I thought Dexcom worked that way with Tandem.

What did you decide to do? It’s 2:40 a.m. and I’m awake because of my pump. It’s the second consecutive night that my 780 has kept me awake with low alerts. There were more last week. Either, it’s a false low reading (I have finger sticked to ensure accuracy and it‘s actually 82 not 62) or it...

I’d check with your doctor of course, but also check vitamin B12 and B 6 levels. My neurologist diagnosed me with B12 deficiency last year and said it could be the cause of my foot paraesthesia. I’m on daily treatment for that. I am better. He also told me to a avoid taking B6, as too much...