# Type 1 & LADA **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-type-1-lada/7.md?page=38 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 39 --- ## [How to test and set ICR, CF and ISF](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-test-and-set-icr-cf-and-isf/6999)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 8:24pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-test-and-set-icr-cf-and-isf/6999 "2019-03-18T20:24:04Z")
@Michel how did you go about calculating the new ratios, or did you just do.a.swag with incremental changes? I am currently finding myself in the unusual situation of having to recalculate ICR, ISF, and duration after … --- ## [Samson's 3-year diaversary](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsons-3-year-diaversary/7000)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 2:56pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsons-3-year-diaversary/7000 "2019-03-18T14:56:39Z")
March 17 marks Samson’s 3 year diaversary. I’m not sure if we should mention it to Samson or if the whole concept would go over his head. How do you celebrate this milestone, if at ll? --- ## [Is there a data analysis app that overlaps dexcom and medtronic data?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-there-a-data-analysis-app-that-overlaps-dexcom-and-medtronic-data/6826)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 12:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-there-a-data-analysis-app-that-overlaps-dexcom-and-medtronic-data/6826 "2019-03-18T12:38:35Z")
I use my medtronic 670g: without the guardian sensor about 1/4 of the time and with the guardian sensor about 3/4 the time. I use dexcom g6 nearly all the time. Is there an app that I can use to see BOTH my pump and dex … --- ## [What is this feeling in my skin? It’s a diabetes thing, but that’s about as much as I’ve figured out](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-is-this-feeling-in-my-skin-it-s-a-diabetes-thing-but-that-s-about-as-much-as-i-ve-figured-out/6979)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 2:09am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-is-this-feeling-in-my-skin-it-s-a-diabetes-thing-but-that-s-about-as-much-as-i-ve-figured-out/6979 "2019-03-18T02:09:43Z")
I used to only get it when my blood sugar went very high— like 400 or 500 kind of high— so I thought of it as a symptom of severe hyperglycemia and just settled on that for years. Then, when I started on the 670G, I did… --- ## [Blood sugar running low](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blood-sugar-running-low/6988)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2019, 1:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blood-sugar-running-low/6988 "2019-03-18T01:30:45Z")
Have had a problem lately that has me scratching my head, almost as big a problem as writing this, have a new great dane puppy and she is all puppy and all teeth. Anyway, i realize my t1d is fluid and I go with the flow… --- ## [Teens: variability in Correction Factor and Insulin to Carb Ratio](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/teens-variability-in-correction-factor-and-insulin-to-carb-ratio/3554)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 3:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/teens-variability-in-correction-factor-and-insulin-to-carb-ratio/3554 "2018-02-25T03:54:20Z")
We have always seen a lot of variability in both Correction Factor (CF) and Insulin to Carb Ratio (ICR) when my son’s basal needs change. Possibly because we are looking at it so carefully, we are now noticing significan… --- ## [Type 1 With Insulin Resistance](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/type-1-with-insulin-resistance/6985)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2019, 7:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/type-1-with-insulin-resistance/6985 "2019-03-16T07:16:34Z")
I was diagnosed with diabetes in 1945, when I was 6. I used animal insulin. My doctor told my parents I could eat anything I wanted, and as much as I wanted, as long as it did not contain sugar. I lived on a small farm, … --- ## [Dexcom g6 ...new user old diabetic](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-new-user-old-diabetic/6855)
**Author:** [@Tbjones](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Tbjones)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2019, 12:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-new-user-old-diabetic/6855 "2019-03-15T00:43:29Z")
I am new to the Dexcom. I have been brittle type1 diabetic for over 50 years. Just sharing my experience. I have sensor loss quite often. I was told this may be because I am very thin with little body fat. I was told to… --- ## ["Diabetes Care from Parent to Child: Passing the Torch of Care" by Kerri Sparling](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-care-from-parent-to-child-passing-the-torch-of-care-by-kerri-sparling/6960)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2019, 12:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-care-from-parent-to-child-passing-the-torch-of-care-by-kerri-sparling/6960 "2019-03-14T12:59:09Z")
--- ## [Safe to use 3 month 'Insulex R'?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/safe-to-use-3-month-insulex-r/6966)
**Author:** [@Israel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Israel)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2019, 5:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/safe-to-use-3-month-insulex-r/6966 "2019-03-13T17:25:29Z")
When I got out of the hospital last December for DKA, I was given the vial of ‘Insulex R’ which is Insulin R (recombinant DNA) which was what they were giving to me among all other liquids in the bags… since I got out … --- ## [Leftover G5 sensors to donate](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/leftover-g5-sensors-to-donate/6937)
**Author:** [@katiereeder](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/katiereeder)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2019, 8:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/leftover-g5-sensors-to-donate/6937 "2019-03-11T20:33:38Z")
We have two boxes of G5 sensors left over after our switch to the G6. We’re looking to donate them to someone who has a real need especially someone who has gaps in monitoring because insurance doesn’t cover enough senso… --- ## [Scouting trip to Matamoros, Mexico for Novolog / rapid-acting pens = successful (~$67 with tax for 4 pens)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/scouting-trip-to-matamoros-mexico-for-novolog-rapid-acting-pens-successful-67-with-tax-for-4-pens/6936)
**Author:** [@MNTexan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MNTexan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2019, 5:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/scouting-trip-to-matamoros-mexico-for-novolog-rapid-acting-pens-successful-67-with-tax-for-4-pens/6936 "2019-03-11T17:18:57Z")
Hi - so I’m following up on my thread from before that morphed from - “hey let’s talk about Humulin/Novolin 70/30” to the general unaffordability of being able to buy what you need here in the U.S. and other options. In… --- ## [Fascinating new approach to diabetes cure: stopping cell senescence](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fascinating-new-approach-to-diabetes-cure-stopping-cell-senescence/6783)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 9:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fascinating-new-approach-to-diabetes-cure-stopping-cell-senescence/6783 "2019-03-08T21:03:23Z")
This direction was fascinating to me because it is the first time I see it applied to diabetes—I also see some great potential! This brand new study, also out of UCSF (the third in a week!), looks at a radically differe… --- ## [New technique could remove need for immunosuppressants in Beta cell grafts](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-technique-could-remove-need-for-immunosuppressants-in-beta-cell-grafts/6707)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 9:01pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-technique-could-remove-need-for-immunosuppressants-in-beta-cell-grafts/6707 "2019-03-08T21:01:55Z")
Warning: this technique has only been tried with mice so far :slight\_smile: Scientists at the University of California San Francisco have developed a new method to minimize the likelihood that a person’s body will re… --- ## [New connection with diabetes onset](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-connection-with-diabetes-onset/6923)
**Author:** [@ckat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ckat)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 8:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-connection-with-diabetes-onset/6923 "2019-03-08T20:47:43Z")
--- ## [Hypoglycemia-related injuries](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hypoglycemia-related-injuries/6906)
**Author:** [@cardamom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cardamom)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 7:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hypoglycemia-related-injuries/6906 "2019-03-08T19:53:37Z")
So we all know the serious short-term risks of hypos, and we’ve talked about whether there are longterm risks on here too. I just encountered a new one though—chipped my tooth on a smartie of all things last night when s… --- ## [My Five Year Old's Increased Awareness of my T1D - Not Sure How I Feel About This](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-five-year-olds-increased-awareness-of-my-t1d-not-sure-how-i-feel-about-this/6627)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 4:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-five-year-olds-increased-awareness-of-my-t1d-not-sure-how-i-feel-about-this/6627 "2019-03-08T16:51:49Z")
As a mom with T1D, my personal goal is to never ever need my children’s assistance with my bg. I do not want them to feel responsible for my well-being. I do not want them to feel like they have to keep an eye on me. May… --- ## [Medtronic Carelink and Mac](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medtronic-carelink-and-mac/6505)
**Author:** [@Keefe67](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Keefe67)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 7:02pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/medtronic-carelink-and-mac/6505 "2019-03-06T19:02:50Z")
Does anyone know a work around to NOT being able to upload the pump data/reports on a Mac? Apparently my computer is to “new” for the most advanced pump they offer … --- ## [Dexcom Receiver question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-receiver-question/6878)
**Author:** [@DDunn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/DDunn)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 3:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-receiver-question/6878 "2019-03-06T15:46:46Z")
Hi All, Thank you for this wonderful forum and resource. I am a parent of a T1D child, and this community has made dealing with issues related to T1D that much easier to handle. I am extremely appreciative for all of y… --- ## [Dexcom discussion on customer services and products](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-discussion-on-customer-services-and-products/6876)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 1:22am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-discussion-on-customer-services-and-products/6876 "2019-03-06T01:22:05Z")
Just found this, thought it was interesting. --- ## [Traveling: Don’t forget extra meter batteries!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/traveling-don-t-forget-extra-meter-batteries/6827)
**Author:** [@Katers87](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Katers87)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2019, 10:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/traveling-don-t-forget-extra-meter-batteries/6827 "2019-03-03T22:49:56Z")
I’ve been on a few trips to Europe in the last few years. I’ve been careful to pack all the supplies I thought I’d need, but I also felt secure in the knowledge that there were decent health care systems in these countri… --- ## [Wine/alcohol slows digestion](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wine-alcohol-slows-digestion/6848)
**Author:** [@Scotteric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Scotteric)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wine-alcohol-slows-digestion/6848 "2019-03-03T19:43:49Z")
I learned something new tonight. Whenever I have a large/fatty meal/high carb meal, I always struggle with delayed spikes that hit me in the middle of the night, but one thing I never thought about was the effect of alco… --- ## [Going through customs](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/going-through-customs/6767)
**Author:** [@kalle](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/kalle)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2019, 10:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/going-through-customs/6767 "2019-03-02T22:07:54Z")
Tomorrow I’m flying to Singapore on a one-week trip for work, my first since diagnosis. I feel well prepared and have found some good advice in other topics. I’m also confident that the airport security thing will work o… --- ## [Interpreting overnight basal test](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interpreting-overnight-basal-test/6346)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2019, 3:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interpreting-overnight-basal-test/6346 "2019-03-01T15:44:03Z")
I’m in the process of establishing all of my pump settings (starting with basal rates, then ISF, then I:CR). I basal tested my overnight basals last night; to give you all the info, I finished exercising (ran 1.25 mi) a… --- ## [Low Carb for Type 1? Not Me!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-for-type-1-not-me/6829)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2019, 7:33am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-for-type-1-not-me/6829 "2019-03-01T07:33:52Z")
Low Carb for Type 1? Not me!! I have read that many type 1 people eat very healthy, low carb meals. That certainly helps with the control of blood sugar levels, but I do not find that to be necessary. For so many years,… --- ## [Missed Basal Dose - Novolin N](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/missed-basal-dose-novolin-n/6817)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 12:09am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/missed-basal-dose-novolin-n/6817 "2019-02-28T00:09:44Z")
I have a friend who’s newly diagnosed w/type 1 (LADA), after many years misdiagnosed as a type 2. She’s currently using Novolin R for meals and Novolin N twice a day for basal. She missed her morning 9AM dose and took it… --- ## [Sugarmate.io not displaying all BGs](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sugarmate-io-not-displaying-all-bgs/6742)
**Author:** [@Trying](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Trying)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2019, 10:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sugarmate-io-not-displaying-all-bgs/6742 "2019-02-26T22:37:46Z")
I’ve started using sugarmate.io on my Mac in the menubar, at the recommendation of so many here on FUD, @ClaudnDaye at Sugarmate thread. I use it similarly to @docslotnick, in conjunction w/ xDrip+, Nightscout and Dexco… --- ## [Adult T1D Camps this Year](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/adult-t1d-camps-this-year/6791)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2019, 2:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/adult-t1d-camps-this-year/6791 "2019-02-25T14:40:43Z")
These are scheduled in June and September in New Jersey, I believe. http://www.campnejeda.org/surviveandthrive/ http://www.campnejeda.org/survive-thrive-plus-1-weekend --- ## [How often do you see your endocrinologist?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-often-do-you-see-your-endocrinologist/6781)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2019, 10:27pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-often-do-you-see-your-endocrinologist/6781 "2019-02-24T22:27:43Z")
--- ## [Diabetic beer olympics: advice on alcohol use?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetic-beer-olympics-advice-on-alcohol-use/6631)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2019, 11:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetic-beer-olympics-advice-on-alcohol-use/6631 "2019-02-17T11:55:43Z")
I love drinking :slight\_smile: And I really don’t know what to do with diabetes when I’m drinking. What I’ve done in college and post-college drinking is just not bolus for any drinks, have lots of drinks, go up to 400i… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-type-1-lada/7.md?page=37) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/c/diabetes-type-1-lada/7.md?page=39)