# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=107 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 108 --- ## [Supplements to help insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supplements-to-help-insulin/7953)
**Author:** [@arnolfo](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/arnolfo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2019, 1:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supplements-to-help-insulin/7953 "2019-08-14T01:20:46Z")
Anyone have thoughts on taking supplements to help with insulin absorption or resistance? --- ## [Afrezza stock pile](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/afrezza-stock-pile/8038)
**Author:** [@drpepper68](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/drpepper68)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2019, 1:34am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/afrezza-stock-pile/8038 "2019-08-13T01:34:35Z")
If there is anyone who has large out of pocket costs I have a few boxes of Afrezza to give away. Shipping costs only. Moving to tiny house and no room to store all my stock piled supplies. :slightly\_smiling\_face: PM me… --- ## [Basqsimi (new nasal glucagon)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/basqsimi-new-nasal-glucagon/8030)
**Author:** [@SFBob](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SFBob)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2019, 6:00am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/basqsimi-new-nasal-glucagon/8030 "2019-08-12T06:00:10Z")
What do you guys think, time to replace all our old glucagon emergency kits and load up on these? I said in another post about not wanting to take glucagon for just a normal low i guess i didn’t understand they were hit… --- ## [Xdrip question and help](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-question-and-help/8084)
**Author:** [@Jenniferdawn24](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jenniferdawn24)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 10:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-question-and-help/8084 "2019-08-11T22:09:59Z")
Hi! New here! I am trying to get set up with xdrip on my iPhone and having a difficult time. Here’s the thing… I have been using sugarmate for a long time which I love! But lately something is major wrong with it :weary: … --- ## [It was a weird day today](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/it-was-a-weird-day-today/8011)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2019, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/it-was-a-weird-day-today/8011 "2019-08-11T14:36:45Z")
Samson is at a new camp, where breakfast is biscuits and honey or oatmeal, lunch is pizza, fruit is just freely available to take in stations around the campus and snacks include yogurt parfait, popsicles and other carb-… --- ## [New Dexcom G6-unreliable](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-dexcom-g6-unreliable/8076)
**Author:** [@Perulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Perulz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2019, 9:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-dexcom-g6-unreliable/8076 "2019-08-10T21:44:26Z")
Just recieved my G6 last Tue 8/6. So far I have already gone through 2 sensors that were over 100 pts off, wouldn’t connect, gave false lows etc…now #3 is pretty much doing the same thing. Keeps asking to recalibrate, ca… --- ## [Lilly, The Insulin Doll](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lilly-the-insulin-doll/8052)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2019, 4:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lilly-the-insulin-doll/8052 "2019-08-10T16:31:02Z")
LILLY - the insulin doll. Created in celebration of the 77th anniversary of the discovery of insulin. Eli Lilly and Company was the first to make insulin commercially available. In the early 1920s, the company supplied … --- ## [Anyone Have Food Allergies?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-have-food-allergies/8064)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2019, 4:05pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-have-food-allergies/8064 "2019-08-10T16:05:16Z")
For the past (about) 6 months i have been living with a very uncomfortable abdominal belly bloating. i physically am very thin, but my belly literally looks like i am pregnant. i have not changed much of anything in my … --- ## [Using lag time](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-lag-time/8057)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2019, 3:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-lag-time/8057 "2019-08-10T15:36:18Z")
I have recently transitioned to the fsl and omnipod, have been on fsl 4+ months and pod 3 weeks. I feel like I have been chasing my sugar for a few months. Alot has to do with my eating habblit (terrible stomach issues) … --- ## [New pump (YpsoPump)!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-pump-ypsopump/8068)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2019, 5:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-pump-ypsopump/8068 "2019-08-10T05:17:05Z")
I got my new YpsoPump today, free through their SWITCH program! Training is on Wednesday. But of course I’ll probably have everything set up by then. The pump is TINY! Barely larger than a Contour Next ONE meter. I’m e… --- ## [Dexcom G6 issues](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-issues/7955)
**Author:** [@Miaary1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Miaary1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2019, 6:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-issues/7955 "2019-08-09T18:33:00Z")
Hello. I have had type 1 diabetes for almost 40 years. I decided to give the Dexcom 6 a try. I am at a loss. When it works it is wonderful but when it fails, which it seems to continually do I get overwhelmed. I have fol… --- ## [Today was, what I thought was our 504 meeting - General feeling afterward](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/today-was-what-i-thought-was-our-504-meeting-general-feeling-afterward/8063)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2019, 12:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/today-was-what-i-thought-was-our-504-meeting-general-feeling-afterward/8063 "2019-08-09T12:09:40Z")
Today we met with the Assistant Principal, the District Nurse, the School Nurse, and Liam’s teacher. I thought this was our 504 where we discuss our accommodations, but come to find out this was really just a meet-and-g… --- ## [News from the Tandem Q2 2019 conference call](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-the-tandem-q2-2019-conference-call/8019)
**Author:** [@bkh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bkh)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 3:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-the-tandem-q2-2019-conference-call/8019 "2019-08-07T03:17:45Z")
The Tandem Q2 2019 conference call was held on August 1st, and a transcript is available at https://seekingalpha.com/article/4280541-tandem-diabetes-care-inc-tndm-ceo-john-sheridan-q2-2019-results-earnings-call-transcrip… --- ## [Travel to Japan with Insulin pump and supplies - permit](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/travel-to-japan-with-insulin-pump-and-supplies-permit/8037)
**Author:** [@mariap](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mariap)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2019, 1:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/travel-to-japan-with-insulin-pump-and-supplies-permit/8037 "2019-08-05T13:43:18Z")
Hi, it looks like I will need a special permit to go through customs with my diabetes supplies (including syringes and pump). Has anybody applied for the permit called Yakkan Shoumei? I would like to know what I have t… --- ## [G6 Dexcom user, using xdrip+](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-dexcom-user-using-xdrip/8041)
**Author:** [@meowfish](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/meowfish)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2019, 11:48am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-dexcom-user-using-xdrip/8041 "2019-08-05T11:48:20Z")
Can someone help me, I don’t know my sensor code for Dexcom. I was away from phone for too long and I keep getting sensor errors. I erased the application, and re-downloaded it. I know my transmitter #, but not the sen… --- ## [Good docs, bad docs, and bad days](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/good-docs-bad-docs-and-bad-days/8007)
**Author:** [@katiereeder](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/katiereeder)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2019, 2:14am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/good-docs-bad-docs-and-bad-days/8007 "2019-08-03T02:14:31Z")
So, it finally happened. After 4+ years of saying proudly “nope, never been hospitalized since diagnosis, yeah I mean never” when various random medical persons asked, and getting that puzzled look like we were a unicor… --- ## [Giving a presentation on "Life with T1" at work](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/giving-a-presentation-on-life-with-t1-at-work/7901)
**Author:** [@glitzabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/glitzabetes)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2019, 11:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/giving-a-presentation-on-life-with-t1-at-work/7901 "2019-08-02T11:56:11Z")
So, as previously discussed a bit here, this summer I’m interning at a lab that is exploring one possible technique for protecting pancreatic islet cells from the immune system, and I am there through the JDRF internship… --- ## [News from the Dexcom Q2 2019 conference call](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-the-dexcom-q2-2019-conference-call/8020)
**Author:** [@bkh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bkh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2019, 3:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-the-dexcom-q2-2019-conference-call/8020 "2019-08-02T15:15:36Z")
The Q2 2019 Dexcom conference call was held on July 31, 2019, and a transcript is available at https://seekingalpha.com/article/4279982-dexcom-inc-dxcm-ceo-kevin-sayer-q2-2019-results-earnings-call-transcript They are c… --- ## [Dexcom: when it works, it's great, but when it doesn't it stinks](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-when-it-works-its-great-but-when-it-doesnt-it-stinks/4884)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2019, 12:24pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-when-it-works-its-great-but-when-it-doesnt-it-stinks/4884 "2019-08-02T12:24:49Z")
well its my second month on my new dexcom G5. it has not been 100% out of the starting gate. i’ve had it where it is spot-on with my meter readings, and then times where i have had to calibrate it myself. then i’ve had s… --- ## [Have hope here for newly diagnosed. What do u think?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/have-hope-here-for-newly-diagnosed-what-do-u-think/8015)
**Author:** [@ckat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ckat)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2019, 7:27pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/have-hope-here-for-newly-diagnosed-what-do-u-think/8015 "2019-08-01T19:27:14Z")
--- ## [ADA Issues Time-in-Range Targets for CGM Use](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ada-issues-time-in-range-targets-for-cgm-use/7701)
**Author:** [@EdD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/EdD)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2019, 6:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ada-issues-time-in-range-targets-for-cgm-use/7701 "2019-08-01T18:49:02Z")
Nothing revolutionary but I find it helpful to read updated versions of these papers Happy to see 3 of the pages of references and acknowledgements. Press Release Report (.pdf) --- ## [Update 7 (with photos): Blood blister... Pop it?... Change your lancet](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-7-with-photos-blood-blister-pop-it-change-your-lancet/7883)
**Author:** [@Israel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Israel)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2019, 5:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-7-with-photos-blood-blister-pop-it-change-your-lancet/7883 "2019-08-01T05:40:20Z")
It first started after poking my finger but instead of the normal poke I used like 6 points instead of 3 by accident (poke depth) It got a little swelled but then I pinched it… it bled and then after couple of days it b… --- ## [Pen seems leaky?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pen-seems-leaky/1945)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2019, 11:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pen-seems-leaky/1945 "2019-07-31T23:18:27Z")
I know there was a discussion somewhere recently about that extra drop of insulin on the needle after injecting with a pen (which was helpful to know about). What I’m experiencing is a bit more than that, though - starte… --- ## [An Open \[Breakup\] Letter to My 670g](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/an-open-breakup-letter-to-my-670g/7969)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2019, 7:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/an-open-breakup-letter-to-my-670g/7969 "2019-07-31T19:17:20Z")
Dear 670g… P.O.S… my dearest P.O.S., I’m sorry if this comes as a surprise to you, but I feel as though I’ve been open and honest all along about my disappoint in you and your behavior in the last several months…well th… --- ## [Diabetes and dry skin?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-and-dry-skin/7637)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2019, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-and-dry-skin/7637 "2019-07-31T18:34:49Z")
So, Samson has really dry skin. Like, really, really dry, leathery knees and his arms are also dry and patchy. We’ve been moisturizing his knees twice a day but they’re still rough. My other two kids have the typical bab… --- ## [Need Discussion Questions for Local Support Group](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/need-discussion-questions-for-local-support-group/7991)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2019, 12:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/need-discussion-questions-for-local-support-group/7991 "2019-07-29T00:56:55Z")
I’m starting a local moms w/type 1 support group in my area. Technically it’s already started; at least the online group. I’m trying to compile a list of discussion questions (not necessarily just related to mom life - l… --- ## [Omni Loop: import/export settings?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omni-loop-import-export-settings/7989)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2019, 12:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omni-loop-import-export-settings/7989 "2019-07-27T00:54:02Z")
I’ve been using the free side of developer for omni looping and finally have the paid developer. Is there a way to back up / export the settings like you can in Xdrip+ so that when I build the real paid development vers… --- ## [Lab Day](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lab-day/7979)
**Author:** [@mike\_g](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mike_g)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2019, 5:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lab-day/7979 "2019-07-26T17:37:41Z")
Monday was my first lab since February, testing for A1C, lipids, kidney function, thyroid, etc. It was a pretty good day overall, thanks to things I’ve learned from you guys. I’ll try to keep it somewhat brief: A1C : 5… --- ## [New app to control your bolus](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-app-to-control-your-bolus/7983)
**Author:** [@SandraUK](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SandraUK)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2019, 2:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-app-to-control-your-bolus/7983 "2019-07-26T14:53:12Z")
Dear all, I am new here and happy to share tips :slight\_smile: I am dealing with a type 1 diabetes since I am 15 and I have been under bolus/basal treatment for 3 years now. Fonctionnal insulinotherapy was really givi… --- ## [Gabapentin Side Effects... Is this just how it’s gonna be?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gabapentin-side-effects-is-this-just-how-it-s-gonna-be/7967)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2019, 6:28am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gabapentin-side-effects-is-this-just-how-it-s-gonna-be/7967 "2019-07-26T06:28:59Z")
So after a good long stretch without it, I’ve started back on Gabapentin because of some very annoying symptoms that are really getting on my nerves (baddum bum) :smiley: Sorry. On a serious note, my nerve stuff is firi… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=106) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=108)