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    Medtronic Veo and Quickset problems

    Has anyone had trouble with bent cannulas using the quick set? I have had a few "No Delivery" errors recently and when changed Set the cannula has been at 90 degrees. I rang Medtronic and they said if you are slim they can be caused by hitting muscle but I am no way slim! It can also be caused...
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    Finger pricking

    Hi, I have done my blood sugar testing by using my arms for a few years now as less painful etc. Recently started on a pump so had to go back to finger pricks. I'm on a Medtronic pump with a Contour Link meter and sensor. Recently noticed a difference between tests at the same time on...
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    pump and sensor sites

    Hi, I'm on my 2nd week with the Medtronic Veo pump and glucose sensor. So far I have just used my stomach and I'm a bit overweight (so plenty of it!) but still running out of "good" spots for both bits of sticky stuff. I know you can place them anywhere you would inject but am avoiding my legs...
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    what size tube?

    Hi, I am on first saline week with Paradigm Veo pump and am not sure which size to get. I am not sure if you have to pick one and stick with it or can get a choice. I currently have 60cm or 110cm. My thoughts are that 60cm is better in the day as less chance of it getting knotted or catching...
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    islet cell transplants

    Hi all, Has anyone had this or got any info about it please? Have lost my hypo symptoms and saw consultant today who said he will refer me to the nearest hospital to maybe get this done. Other options are a pump/try animal insulin/pancreas transplant. Currently and for the next couple of...
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    Lost hypo warning signs

    Hi all, I have, over the last couple of months, lost my hypo warning signs. Had 2 where I blacked out at home and another when I collapsed in someones house. Plus done a few tests where it has been below 4 but no symptoms. Been Type 1 since 1975. I do try to keep my levels low and check my BS...
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    tendons

    Hi, I wondered if anyone has any information about this. I have joint pain particularly in my hips and knees (had it for years). I am seeing a rheumatologist who said that it is linked to my diabetes and thinks it is caused by "sugar deposits in the tendon etc". I am insulin dependent and have...
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