# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=59 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 60 --- ## [Increased risk of hyperglycemia from post transplant drug therapy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/increased-risk-of-hyperglycemia-from-post-transplant-drug-therapy/12099)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2021, 12:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/increased-risk-of-hyperglycemia-from-post-transplant-drug-therapy/12099 "2021-11-27T12:59:47Z")
Sometimes I think that I have too much time on my hands. This morning I ran across that the combination of immunosuppressant drugs with or without corticosteroids after solid organ transplants increases the risk of diabe… --- ## [Low BG seizure](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-bg-seizure/11289)
**Author:** [@mike\_g](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mike_g)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2021, 5:52am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-bg-seizure/11289 "2021-11-27T05:52:19Z")
So my wife and I had a new experience Friday night. We attended a fundraiser gala which included dinner, auction, drinks, dancing, etc. It was fun, and ended too quickly for my tastes, but that’s always the case. At 1… --- ## [First Endo Appointment in....9 months?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-endo-appointment-in-9-months/12071)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2021, 8:10pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-endo-appointment-in-9-months/12071 "2021-11-26T20:10:13Z")
Same old same old. You guys are killing it - can I get you to coach other parents? I said…they’re welcome to come to our forums and we’ll give all the help they will ever need. (NOT) Shamlessly plugged our forums as a… --- ## [Thankgiving bolus suggestions](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thankgiving-bolus-suggestions/12083)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2021, 7:50pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thankgiving-bolus-suggestions/12083 "2021-11-26T19:50:34Z")
We have had this discussion on a few different threads here. If you search for the word “Thanksgiving” you can find some of the previous discussions. But since the day is coming up soon, we (@CatLady) wanted to bring it… --- ## [Novolog / Insulin Aspart](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-insulin-aspart/12097)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2021, 4:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-insulin-aspart/12097 "2021-11-25T16:45:38Z")
Basic questions, just checking cause I’m a “nervous Nelly” who has to switch from Humalog to Insulin Aspart. Insulin Aspart is the same as Novolog, just the generic version, correct? Does anyone keep the little orange … --- ## [Trick for changing cartridge but NOT site on Tslim?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trick-for-changing-cartridge-but-not-site-on-tslim/12075)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2021, 8:01pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/trick-for-changing-cartridge-but-not-site-on-tslim/12075 "2021-11-23T20:01:05Z")
Changed my son’s infusion set (TruSteel) last night, thought there was enough insulin in the cartridge for 2 days, but there probably isn’t. Is there a trick for changing the cartridge but not the site on the Tslim? He h… --- ## [After my acupuncture appointment, my Dexcom…](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/after-my-acupuncture-appointment-my-dexcom/12069)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2021, 3:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/after-my-acupuncture-appointment-my-dexcom/12069 "2021-11-23T15:55:35Z")
…did this: No worries, a fingerstick read 77. I have had acupuncture before and never had this happen! :crazy\_face: --- ## [Experience with Byram Healthcare or Edgepark Medical Supplies?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experience-with-byram-healthcare-or-edgepark-medical-supplies/3347)
**Author:** [@ned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ned)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2021, 9:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experience-with-byram-healthcare-or-edgepark-medical-supplies/3347 "2021-11-20T21:34:06Z")
My new insurance company won’t let me buy my Tandem infusion sets directly from Tandem; I have to buy from one of two resellers: Byram Healthcare and Edgepark Medical Supplies. Does anyone here have any positive or nega… --- ## [How to NOT spike (so much) after a meal?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-not-spike-so-much-after-a-meal/397)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2021, 9:19pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-not-spike-so-much-after-a-meal/397 "2021-11-19T21:19:41Z")
So I gather some parents have kids who don't spike after they eat (at least not above 250) and I'm wondering how the heck that's possible? Every single meal (well, 8 out of 10) he eats, he goes up over 250...sometimes a… --- ## [Covid Shot #1 for 7yo - Feedback on our Experience](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-shot-1-for-7yo-feedback-on-our-experience/12058)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2021, 7:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-shot-1-for-7yo-feedback-on-our-experience/12058 "2021-11-19T19:23:19Z")
So Liam got his first Pfizer shot this past Friday and he is experiencing no noticeable side effects OTHER THAN, he has gone low like 3 times now and it’s been very hard to bring him back up. Normally, he’ll dip low onl… --- ## [New process grows insulin-producing Beta cells from stem cells](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-process-grows-insulin-producing-beta-cells-from-stem-cells/6713)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2021, 12:14am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-process-grows-insulin-producing-beta-cells-from-stem-cells/6713 "2021-11-19T00:14:25Z")
This is really cool, and a step I have been waiting for for years: finally, scientists have been able to differentiate stem cells into beta cells that efficiently produce insulin. The process works in vivo (i.e. within a… --- ## [Guardian connect with a smart watch](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/guardian-connect-with-a-smart-watch/10281)
**Author:** [@drgymnast](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/drgymnast)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2021, 11:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/guardian-connect-with-a-smart-watch/10281 "2021-11-18T23:48:55Z")
Hi there, can I pair thr new guardian connect to a smart watch directly for a child who is not using an insulin pump? --- ## [Veteran's Day](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/veterans-day/12038)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2021, 2:48am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/veterans-day/12038 "2021-11-18T02:48:13Z")
I know there are Veterans here, and I want to say THANK YOU! Thank you for your service! ( and a belated Happy Birthday to all my USMC friends :slight\_smile: ) --- ## [Keto & diabetes type 1](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/keto-diabetes-type-1/12029)
**Author:** [@RavynsMom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/RavynsMom)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2021, 2:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/keto-diabetes-type-1/12029 "2021-11-18T02:39:10Z")
T1D for 34 years. I just got a Dexcom G6 about a month ago. #lovingit. I was using Medtronic Guardian 3 with my Medtronic 670. Lately, I have been trying really hard with low carb. I just realized I won’t bottom out with… --- ## [Help With DexcomG6, NY Medicaid and Type2 Insulin Dependent](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/help-with-dexcomg6-ny-medicaid-and-type2-insulin-dependent/12042)
**Author:** [@HughW2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/HughW2)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2021, 4:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/help-with-dexcomg6-ny-medicaid-and-type2-insulin-dependent/12042 "2021-11-14T16:33:26Z")
Hi I am new to this group and really happy I found it! I am a 62 YO Male with Insulin-Dependent Type 2 Diabetes. I live in Long Island NY and I am on Fidelis Managed Care Medicaid Insurance. I have been using the Dexc… --- ## [Control IQ in action](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/control-iq-in-action/11391)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2021, 4:50pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/control-iq-in-action/11391 "2021-11-13T16:50:56Z")
Not perfect, but for initial release dang good. --- ## [Dexcom g6 multiple failures rant](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-multiple-failures-rant/12011)
**Author:** [@3cTim](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/3cTim)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 11:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-multiple-failures-rant/12011 "2021-11-12T23:37:59Z")
In the last 2 days I have gone through 6 dexcom sensors and have yet to get an accurate reading… 50+ points off from my meter readings every time I test…constantly saying “calibration error” recalibrate at (x time). cri… --- ## [New blood glucose meter…](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-blood-glucose-meter/12034)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 9:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-blood-glucose-meter/12034 "2021-11-12T21:18:40Z")
…but kinda pricey. --- ## [World Diabetes Day 2021](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/world-diabetes-day-2021/12039)
**Author:** [@3cTim](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/3cTim)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 3:19pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/world-diabetes-day-2021/12039 "2021-11-12T15:19:18Z")
I didn’t know this was a thing…but here it is https://worlddiabetesday.org/ --- ## [Does anyone get their Dexcom supplies from Edge Park?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-anyone-get-their-dexcom-supplies-from-edge-park/11891)
**Author:** [@Suesa1c](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Suesa1c)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 3:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-anyone-get-their-dexcom-supplies-from-edge-park/11891 "2021-11-12T03:39:41Z")
Since Dexcom stopped fulfilling supply orders and my insurance switched me to Edge Park for distribution, I continue to have difficulty getting sufficient supplies of sensors and transmitters. When I placed my first orde… --- ## [Supplies?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supplies/12005)
**Author:** [@Uselesspancreasowner](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Uselesspancreasowner)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 3:23am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/supplies/12005 "2021-11-12T03:23:41Z")
Does anyone know of places I could donate unused syringes to?? I have 50cc&100cc and I don’t need them anymore and am at a loss of what to do with them. I hate throwing supplies away, plus syringes in the trash is just T… --- ## [Is it possible to replace an Omnipod PDM's Internal Battery (Eros system, not Dash)? If so, how?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-it-possible-to-replace-an-omnipod-pdms-internal-battery-eros-system-not-dash-if-so-how/12025)
**Author:** [@BrightSide](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/BrightSide)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 1:09am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/is-it-possible-to-replace-an-omnipod-pdms-internal-battery-eros-system-not-dash-if-so-how/12025 "2021-11-12T01:09:00Z")
I have been using an Omnipod Insulin pump for about 5 years, and in that time have gone through about 5 PDMs that work with Eros pods (the generation the predates the new Dash pods). What seems to cause them to fail eac… --- ## [Lowest A1C in 13 years?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lowest-a1c-in-13-years/12007)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2021, 4:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lowest-a1c-in-13-years/12007 "2021-11-09T16:40:43Z")
This isn’t a woo-hoo look at my low A1C post. This is a I so don’t get my A1C results. I got my A1C today and received a result of 5.0. The lowest in the 13 years I’ve been keeping record and maybe my lowest ever. Fr… --- ## [New pump/cgm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-pump-cgm/12019)
**Author:** [@2maus](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/2maus)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2021, 3:07am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-pump-cgm/12019 "2021-11-09T03:07:53Z")
Hi I’m new to this forum. I’m looking for info on cgm/pump combos. Which ones people use & why do you like them. --- ## [Insulin Middlemen take more than 50% of the net insulin revenue (2014-2018)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-middlemen-take-more-than-50-of-the-net-insulin-revenue-2014-2018/12023)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2021, 3:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/insulin-middlemen-take-more-than-50-of-the-net-insulin-revenue-2014-2018/12023 "2021-11-09T03:56:54Z")
Sad to see that as the manufacturers and the insurers make less on a vial of insulin the middlemen (Pharmacies and PBM’s) have filled the gap and take home an unconscionable amount of the insulin revenue diabetics need t… --- ## [Does omni work for everyone?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-omni-work-for-everyone/11994)
**Author:** [@Uselesspancreasowner](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Uselesspancreasowner)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2021, 6:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-omni-work-for-everyone/11994 "2021-11-08T18:54:21Z")
I’m on day 3 of omnipod. Had to change a leaky sensor on day 2. Now my sugar has cruised its way to 200 like it did with leaky sensor and work come down. I’ve taken an injection in case, but this one does not seem to be … --- ## [ADA and EASD report on T1D management](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ada-and-easd-report-on-t1d-management/12009)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2021, 4:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ada-and-easd-report-on-t1d-management/12009 "2021-11-08T16:07:36Z")
This is a brief summary on the joint report with references at the end. --- ## [t:connect-Android](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-connect-android/11890)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2021, 11:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-connect-android/11890 "2021-11-07T23:36:41Z")
Anyone else having issues with t:connect requiring you to constantly log back into the App when you’ve been out for awhile? Earlier this week, I took the most recent app update. Wasn’t sure if this might be a new secur… --- ## [Does TicWatch E2 work as standalone watch?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-ticwatch-e2-work-as-standalone-watch/9915)
**Author:** [@kernel7](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/kernel7)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2021, 9:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/does-ticwatch-e2-work-as-standalone-watch/9915 "2021-11-07T21:17:06Z")
Hi , I’m looking for standalone watch that is compatible with xdrip+ and android (no need for mobile to be nearby) I heard about TicWatch watches but I’m not sure if they are work as standalone and if they, what version… --- ## [Once-a-week Ozempic, GLP-1 receptor agonist, now EU/US approved](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/once-a-week-ozempic-glp-1-receptor-agonist-now-eu-us-approved/3486)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 11:34am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/once-a-week-ozempic-glp-1-receptor-agonist-now-eu-us-approved/3486 "2018-03-12T11:34:02Z")
Ozempic is a GLP-1 agonist, similar to Trulicity, that requires one injection per week. It was recently approved by the EU, after having passed the FDA hurdles in December: we all missed that:-) Because it was approved a… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=58) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=60)