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    Hypo's

    yes i can, my nurses usually advise me on any changes but if i notice a pattern in the data then i can change it myself. im using the Accu-Chek Insight pump
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    Hypo's

    i have not really looked into the CGM things but i might bring it up at my next appointment. i dont drink so got no worries there thank you
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    Hypo's

    i do, last time i was at the nurses they changed my pumps hourly rates from 0.87 to 1.13 iv had 3 hypos since then in the middle of the night or early morning. iv since gone back to 0.87
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    Hypo's

    ah ok thank you. i was concerned for awhile there
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    Hypo's

    Hey there. recently iv noticed a few instances where i have been having a hypo (usually in the night) but ill fall back asleep and wake up fine? without taking anything for it. is this normal? Im a type 1 diabetic for 9 to 10 years now
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    Accu chek insight pump question

    the meter will say communication error if you turn on the display on the pump at the same time. the pump will display bolus stopped if there was a problem. you should be fine. id check your sugars again in an hour or so just too be safe
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    Call me skeptical....

    just a thought, i assume he wasnt wearing many clothes when he weighs himself at home right? at my local hospital i weigh around 58kgs, yet at home its 55kgs
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    Be honest, how -are- you doing?

    i developed autonomic neuropathy affecting my heart, lungs and digestive system
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    Type 1 Lantus not covering 24H

    split the dose to one in the morning and one at night, didnt really matter what time really
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    Type 1 Lantus not covering 24H

    from my own experience lantus only lasts for around 16 to 18 hours
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    End of honeymoon period

    From what i understand it varies from person to person. some will raise gradually where as others will suddenly jump (like me)
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    Be honest, how -are- you doing?

    usually a drop like that means your Hypo'ing a lot which is why they try to lower your levels gradually. Least thats what iv been told
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    Be honest, how -are- you doing?

    been type 1 for almost 10 years now, from what a doctor told me a few years ago i wont make it too the age of 30 (im 27 this year) and judging from my current health situation the doc is probably right about it. so physically and mentally im not doing great. due to some recent developments at...
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    Insulin Pump Clip

    as far as im aware you shouldnt need to even buy a new one, when mine broke i simply emailed the accu-chek people and they sent me a new one
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    Diabetes type 1

    when he starts acting this way you need to make him test his sugars, everything you have said so far indicates a Hypo. iv had instances where iv woken up with a hypo but not understood whats happening then after awhile iv just fallen asleep again. woke up a few hours later and sugars are normal
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    things are really tough right now

    things are really tough right now
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    Advice/tips needed for a newbie!

    Hi there. im also on the Accu-Chek Insight, i started in July 2017. Its really simple to use and when they start you up they should give you all the details you need. You can order a case to carry it around with you. the one i use just clips onto your belt or the waist band of your trousers...
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    Diabetic autonomic neuropathy

    Hi I'm a 21year old T1 diabetic. I have been suffering with dizziness light headed ness and tunnel vision when ever I stand up or excerpt myself in. Any way. I went to see my ruse for my annual check up and my pulse was over 140BPM and my blood pressure was extremely low. It feels like I'm key...
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    Diabetes & Benefits

    Hi, I'm 21 and am having severe problems with my diabetes and the effects it has on work. I have developed neuropathy In my feet and various other areas which I have been coping with. Until recently. I was admitted to hospital as my. Heart rate was over 140 bpm. My sugars have controlled a lot...
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    hit a wall

    im going to see my doc on monday, my sugars have been terrible since i got my own place, im shareing with two life long friends but things arnt going well. today i woke up feeling really weak and sick, i checked my bloods, they were 14.7, so i checked for ketones and it was 5.6. havnt been able...