# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=124 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 125 --- ## [Battery transmitter drain, maybe xdrip setting?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-transmitter-drain-maybe-xdrip-setting/6489)
**Author:** [@Chuck](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chuck)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 10:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/battery-transmitter-drain-maybe-xdrip-setting/6489 "2019-02-08T22:45:56Z")
My g5 transmitter is draining quickly. I can’t figure how to save the battery I have pixel 3 using xdrip Any ideas to fix ? --- ## [What food / snax should I bring?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-food-snax-should-i-bring/6113)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 10:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-food-snax-should-i-bring/6113 "2019-02-08T22:06:32Z")
My family is volunteering at a concert in a major arena. I’m type 2 and am allowed to bring in a soft sided cooler to cover my food and snacks. Will have no access to anything to heat food up. Will be there from about 4 … --- ## [When to record Finger Sticks -vs- CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-to-record-finger-sticks-vs-cgm/6496)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 7:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-to-record-finger-sticks-vs-cgm/6496 "2019-02-08T19:18:51Z")
Our Endo ONLY looks at the Clarity data when having discussions with us. And she’s always telling us that we need to work on our severe low percentage. And as much as I would love to have a severe low percentage of 0.0… --- ## [Is Standard Deviation more important than average BG or Time-In-Range?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-standard-deviation-more-important-than-average-bg-or-time-in-range/6479)
**Author:** [@John](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-standard-deviation-more-important-than-average-bg-or-time-in-range/6479 "2019-02-08T18:58:01Z")
--- ## [New way to inject insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-way-to-inject-insulin/6507)
**Author:** [@ckat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ckat)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 2:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-way-to-inject-insulin/6507 "2019-02-08T14:34:10Z")
--- ## [Diabetes: resources for PWD without insurance](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-resources-for-pwd-without-insurance/3315)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 6:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabetes-resources-for-pwd-without-insurance/3315 "2019-02-07T18:44:43Z")
Many PWDs are fortunate enough to have some form of health insurance. For those that don’t, care can be a challenge. Where do you turn to get the supplies to live? This community collectively has an enormous wealth of … --- ## [When you're having a rough day dealing with Diabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-youre-having-a-rough-day-dealing-with-diabetes/6493)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 6:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/when-youre-having-a-rough-day-dealing-with-diabetes/6493 "2019-02-07T18:11:38Z")
He uses a quote that I firmly believe in: “Life is as hard as you make it.” --- ## [High school son won't wake up to alarms: help!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-school-son-wont-wake-up-to-alarms-help/3328)
**Author:** [@mlg](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mlg)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 5:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-school-son-wont-wake-up-to-alarms-help/3328 "2019-02-07T17:46:25Z")
Hi All! I found this group at 1:30 this morning while treating my son for a low. Nine glucose tabs and 2 hours later, I finally went back to sleep. I promised myself to join this group today and try to get some support … --- ## [Type 1 & LADA wiki Table Of Contents](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/type-1-lada-wiki-table-of-contents/1038)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2017, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/type-1-lada-wiki-table-of-contents/1038 "2017-05-24T20:16:07Z")
Type 1 & LADA: Wiki Table of Contents . Type 1 diagnosis: antibody tests and C-peptides Diabetes: resources for PWDs without insurance End of wiki ---------- comments start here --- ## [Study: afrezza improved prandial glucose control over novolog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/study-afrezza-improved-prandial-glucose-control-over-novolog/6490)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 4:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/study-afrezza-improved-prandial-glucose-control-over-novolog/6490 "2019-02-07T16:55:02Z")
--- ## [Dexcom G6 and Xdrip+ and replacement issues](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-and-xdrip-and-replacement-issues/5328)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 11:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-and-xdrip-and-replacement-issues/5328 "2019-02-06T23:04:29Z")
I’m currently on the Dexcom G6 and use Xdrip+ exclusively on my Galaxy S8+ phone. I had a sensor that I needed replaced, so I called tech support. He asked if I was on the app or the handheld device. I told him app. He … --- ## [US Federal HHS goes after medicine rebates to middlemen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/us-federal-hhs-goes-after-medicine-rebates-to-middlemen/6376)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 6:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/us-federal-hhs-goes-after-medicine-rebates-to-middlemen/6376 "2019-02-06T18:13:14Z")
We have often discussed the nefarious impact of rebates to middlemen, which is possibly the primary cause of inflated drug prices in the US. It appears that the US Dept of Health and Human Services is now targeting these… --- ## [So, I just started this new thing](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/so-i-just-started-this-new-thing/6447)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/so-i-just-started-this-new-thing/6447 "2019-02-06T17:16:15Z")
…and I’m interested in seeing if anyone does it. So, recently, since installing SugarMate and being able to see (on dual screens) the sugars ALL THE TIME, I have began “predicting” where I think the BG’s are going to be… --- ## [How to find a clinical Trial (2019 Update)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-find-a-clinical-trial-2019-update/6461)
**Author:** [@joshualevy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/joshualevy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-find-a-clinical-trial-2019-update/6461 "2019-02-06T17:16:09Z")
New blog posting: --- ## [SugarMate](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sugarmate/6215)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 3:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sugarmate/6215 "2019-02-06T15:06:34Z")
So I got to thinking about Sugar Mate and what configurations would be possible in order to see data remotely via the web portal and the Sugar Mate app and all the other methods possible for Sugar Mate. So I’m trying to… --- ## [What effect should sensor calibration have](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-effect-should-sensor-calibration-have/6375)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 1:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-effect-should-sensor-calibration-have/6375 "2019-02-06T13:15:26Z")
I use the enlite cgm sensor and freestyle libre, when I calibrate my enlite it has no difference on my readings. For example my cgm was reading 97 and my libre 112 when i entered the libre value it had no effect on my c… --- ## [Liam artwork and me messing with him](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/liam-artwork-and-me-messing-with-him/6455)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:27am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/liam-artwork-and-me-messing-with-him/6455 "2019-02-06T05:27:46Z")
Today Liam drew a couple “scary” pics on his tablet and showed me the first, then he showed me the second…he likes when I “jump” and pretend to be scared when he flashes the tablet in front of my face…I pretend to fall t… --- ## [DIY: replacing Dexcom G5 batteries?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diy-replacing-dexcom-g5-batteries/6456)
**Author:** [@ADiazENG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ADiazENG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:26am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diy-replacing-dexcom-g5-batteries/6456 "2019-02-06T05:26:06Z")
I have every dead g5 stored in a box. I’m contemplating changing the batteries myself a la youtube video instructions. One day. One day. Has anyone here done it? Hints. Tips, Tricks?! Please. :facepunch::sunglasses::+… --- ## [GMI versus estimated A1C on SugarMate -- How do I interpret this number?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gmi-versus-estimated-a1c-on-sugarmate-how-do-i-interpret-this-number/6438)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 10:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gmi-versus-estimated-a1c-on-sugarmate-how-do-i-interpret-this-number/6438 "2019-02-05T22:59:01Z")
Just noticed that GMI is listed on SugarMate rather than estimated A1C. How do I interpret this number? Is it any different than eA1C? --- ## [Feeling misunderstood by my doctor](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/feeling-misunderstood-by-my-doctor/6290)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 8:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/feeling-misunderstood-by-my-doctor/6290 "2019-02-05T20:52:49Z")
I just left my eye doctor appointment sobbing from the conversation with the head opthomalogist of the practice. He was trying to push corrective LASIK laser eye surgery and honestly I just wasn’t interested and was unde… --- ## [ISF varies by blood sugar?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/isf-varies-by-blood-sugar/6442)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 8:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/isf-varies-by-blood-sugar/6442 "2019-02-05T20:07:06Z")
Generally, I’ve found that when correcting for a higher high (\>200), I’ll flatten out slightly above my target (which is 100) to about 130-170 range. When correcting for a mild high (150ish), I’ll flatten out below my ta… --- ## [French Journalist looking for canadian insulin buyers](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/french-journalist-looking-for-canadian-insulin-buyers/6441)
**Author:** [@sisi](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/sisi)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 6:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/french-journalist-looking-for-canadian-insulin-buyers/6441 "2019-02-05T18:33:22Z")
Hi! My name is Céline Bruneau, i’m the US correspondent for France24 channel, broadcasted wordwide in French English, Spanish and Arabic. I’m shooting a 15 mn story about the insulin issue in the US and I would love to… --- ## [Freestyle Libre allergy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-allergy/6389)
**Author:** [@purplechrain](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/purplechrain)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 2:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-allergy/6389 "2019-02-05T14:11:03Z")
I just discovered this forum because the same thing happened to me. I’m also Canadian and developed T1D just under 2 years ago when I was 29. I was using the 14-day Freestyle Libre starting in April 2018 with no issues.… --- ## [Humapen Luxura HD pen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/humapen-luxura-hd-pen/6399)
**Author:** [@Nreid77](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nreid77)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 3:19am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/humapen-luxura-hd-pen/6399 "2019-02-05T03:19:59Z")
My daughter who is 5 has been using the Humapen Luxura half dial pen since she was 1. We buy the humalog cartridges and fill it in the pen. I was just notified tonight that the Humapen Luxura.HD has been discontinued. Do… --- ## [Have T1D, will travel: a trip to the Sahara](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/have-t1d-will-travel-a-trip-to-the-sahara/6065)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 5:07am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/have-t1d-will-travel-a-trip-to-the-sahara/6065 "2019-02-05T05:07:58Z")
We just came back from a long driving trip through parts of the Sahara. For obvious reasons, we chose to do it in winter. For safety, we decided to remain in Moroccan territory and in lands controlled by Morocco: we elec… --- ## [Man with T2 robs a bank to get health insurance](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/man-with-t2-robs-a-bank-to-get-health-insurance/6429)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 5:01am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/man-with-t2-robs-a-bank-to-get-health-insurance/6429 "2019-02-05T05:01:30Z")
This was an interesting story (and a long read). I’m guessing this is also a bit of a Rorschach test, where you see different takeaways, depending on how you feel about the state of healthcare/insurance and government sa… --- ## [Wondering about neuropathy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wondering-about-neuropathy/6350)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2019, 1:10am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wondering-about-neuropathy/6350 "2019-02-04T01:10:58Z")
I had neuropathy in my feet for a long time now, but its not painful; i just get numb, where i cannot feel my feet (cannot stand up, etc) recently, i’ve been getting it in my hands, and as well, i have been getting it i… --- ## [Sick Day Anticipation & Avoidance](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sick-day-anticipation-avoidance/6412)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2019, 4:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sick-day-anticipation-avoidance/6412 "2019-02-03T16:32:11Z")
My poor kiddo has started with diarrhea as of last night and added vomiting to it this morning. In addition to trying to help him hydrate and quarantine his brother away from him, I’m hydrating myself like there’s no tom… --- ## [Freestyle Libre Transmitter for selfmade CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-transmitter-for-selfmade-cgm/3594)
**Author:** [@jroth](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jroth)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2019, 4:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/freestyle-libre-transmitter-for-selfmade-cgm/3594 "2019-02-03T16:09:18Z")
Hi @all! @admin: it’s information and advertising. Please delete, if not wanted! Today I’ll report of a new transmitter for the freestyle libre. We all know about: Blucon Nightrider / Ambrosia.Sys, San Francisco, … --- ## [Great new cereal I found today!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/great-new-cereal-i-found-today/6408)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2019, 2:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/great-new-cereal-i-found-today/6408 "2019-02-03T14:13:22Z")
I saw this at the store today and had to take some pictures! Look at the nutritional info! Wow, how great is this?! And at least the company is honest about it. Now you don’t have to hunt for the marshmallows in… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=123) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=125)