# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=68 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 69 --- ## [New study for eye complications show improvement using Eylea](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-study-for-eye-complications-show-improvement-using-eylea/11234)
**Author:** [@Trying](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Trying)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2021, 3:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-study-for-eye-complications-show-improvement-using-eylea/11234 "2021-04-15T15:35:57Z")
A new study was released showing that Eylea does seem to improve eye complications using Eylea. https://diatribe.org/latest-eylea-leading-treatment-diabetes-related-retinopathy I had injections of Eylea (not via this s… --- ## [COVID Vaccine Impacting Cycles](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-vaccine-impacting-cycles/11231)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2021, 6:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/covid-vaccine-impacting-cycles/11231 "2021-04-14T18:47:33Z")
Every woman I’ve spoken to who has been vaccinated with the Pfizer vaccine has then gotten her period early…and usually crazy heavier plus clots. In light of the J&J vaccine causing blood clots in some women of child … --- ## [Allergic reaction to new sensor tape](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/allergic-reaction-to-new-sensor-tape/10723)
**Author:** [@mawmawned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mawmawned)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2021, 10:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/allergic-reaction-to-new-sensor-tape/10723 "2021-04-13T22:55:02Z")
I am T1 LADA…I am a pumper for many years…started with the Paradigm…I use the Medtronic 670G now and the Dexcom g6 sensors. Both work great and my A1c is 6.8. I say the work great…UNTIL Dexcom decided to change the adh… --- ## [Finally got my pump!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/finally-got-my-pump/11233)
**Author:** [@eilatan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/eilatan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2021, 6:44pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/finally-got-my-pump/11233 "2021-04-13T18:44:31Z")
After five months of fuckery from the DME–seriously, the company I got stuck with for the pump order is genuinely terrible–I finally got my Tandem pump a month ago and started using it two weeks ago and–oh my god. Y’all … --- ## [Error too much data on xdrip+](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/error-too-much-data-on-xdrip/11222)
**Author:** [@Peckernuts](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Peckernuts)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2021, 2:49am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/error-too-much-data-on-xdrip/11222 "2021-04-13T02:49:32Z")
Im super new to this. After weeks of trying to get xdrip to connect to my miaomiao2, I finally have it connected!! I feel so close! But now Im getting a Error Too Much Data…? If I do a new version, everything goes hay… --- ## [Vaccine card protector recommendation?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/vaccine-card-protector-recommendation/11220)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2021, 6:22am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/vaccine-card-protector-recommendation/11220 "2021-04-12T06:22:25Z")
I just ordered a cheap little vaccine card protector, since I guess you may need to bring it with you for various events or travel or whatever. I am sure what I ordered is functional, but if anyone has a recommendatio… --- ## [Am I Banana's? Bolusing for food you don't how to bolus for](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/am-i-bananas-bolusing-for-food-you-dont-how-to-bolus-for/11170)
**Author:** [@irrational\_John](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/irrational_John)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2021, 10:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/am-i-bananas-bolusing-for-food-you-dont-how-to-bolus-for/11170 "2021-04-10T22:36:32Z")
Do you pre-bolus for them? --- ## [Newly Diagnosed 5yo- Exhausted Parents](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/newly-diagnosed-5yo-exhausted-parents/11128)
**Author:** [@Dusty\_19](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Dusty_19)\ **Replies:** 94\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2021, 3:52am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/newly-diagnosed-5yo-exhausted-parents/11128 "2021-04-10T03:52:47Z")
Hello all- Fortunately, but unfortunately I have found myself here, searching through the forum looking for advice on caring after my newly diagnosed 5 year old son. His birthday is tomorrow, and today marks day number… --- ## [Lisinopril cough](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lisinopril-cough/11192)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2021, 9:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lisinopril-cough/11192 "2021-04-09T21:54:56Z")
How many of you were automatically prescribed a low dose ace inhibitor like lisinopril just because you have diabetes (without clinical hypertension)? (They also want me to start statins next year at 40 even with very h… --- ## [Samsung S21+ and sDrip Bluetooth Connection Problems](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-s21-and-sdrip-bluetooth-connection-problems/11214)
**Author:** [@LauraBetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LauraBetes)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2021, 6:12am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/samsung-s21-and-sdrip-bluetooth-connection-problems/11214 "2021-04-09T06:12:58Z")
Hi! First Timer here. I recently got myself a Samsung S21+ phone, and became fast aware that the Dexcom App will not work on this phone. (Thanks Dexcom). I’m running a G6 currently. I have downloaded xDrip, however I … --- ## [G6 Review (using NO sensor code + calibrating)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-review-using-no-sensor-code-calibrating/11208)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2021, 2:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-review-using-no-sensor-code-calibrating/11208 "2021-04-09T02:36:08Z")
So, we are 2 hours away from a full 10 day session with Liam’s second G6 sensor session. All I can say is WOW…a vast improvement. Noticable differences that mean something TO ME. I was able to calibrate anytime the … --- ## [Who here is still using Loop?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/who-here-is-still-using-loop/11212)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2021, 2:00am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/who-here-is-still-using-loop/11212 "2021-04-09T02:00:53Z")
I have been using loop for over a year now and absolutely love it and don’t have any plans to switch. Just wondering who here is still looping? What version / branch do you like and why? I just re-did mine and chose au… --- ## [Help with bedtime snack/bolus](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/help-with-bedtime-snack-bolus/11088)
**Author:** [@diabeatit2020](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/diabeatit2020)\ **Replies:** 109\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2021, 8:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/help-with-bedtime-snack-bolus/11088 "2021-04-08T20:31:30Z")
Hi all, Let me briefly introduce us. My son was diagnosed with T1D in October, roughly 6 months ago. He’ll be 8 at the end of this month. We are still currently on MDI and do have Dexcom G6. I’ve been pulling my hai… --- ## [The Crazies Are Out - Covid 19](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-crazies-are-out-covid-19/9439)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 363\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2021, 1:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-crazies-are-out-covid-19/9439 "2021-04-08T01:30:07Z")
Our pediatrician is having to check her waiting room security camera to see who stole her hand sanitizer pump out there. And now you have to turn in your phone to get a roll of toilet paper to use in the waiting room bat… --- ## [Zealand's shelf-stable glucagon formulation is approved](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/zealands-shelf-stable-glucagon-formulation-is-approved/11201)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2021, 1:29am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/zealands-shelf-stable-glucagon-formulation-is-approved/11201 "2021-04-07T01:29:55Z")
Story here: Here’s hoping a microdose option and a pump option become available soon! --- ## [First time Android APS, Omnipod, Xdrip+ G6 Config](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-time-android-aps-omnipod-xdrip-g6-config/11159)
**Author:** [@MarkP](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MarkP)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2021, 3:57am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-time-android-aps-omnipod-xdrip-g6-config/11159 "2021-04-05T03:57:43Z")
Hi All, I’ve done my best to follow the directions on AndroidAPS Omnipod Insulin Pump Driver Documentation — AndroidAPS 2.8 documentation and AndroidAPSdocs/xdrip.md at master · openaps/AndroidAPSdocs · GitHub to try to… --- ## [A primer on cortisol and adrenaline and blood sugar](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-primer-on-cortisol-and-adrenaline-and-blood-sugar/11149)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2021, 9:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-primer-on-cortisol-and-adrenaline-and-blood-sugar/11149 "2021-04-03T21:23:57Z")
Blood sugar and hormones have been discussed a million times here, but I couldn’t really find a single post that gives a simple explanation or simple summary for how and why certain hormones cause your blood sugar to ris… --- ## [Dexcom G6 sensor shelf life moving to 18 months vs 12?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-sensor-shelf-life-moving-to-18-months-vs-12/11181)
**Author:** [@irrational\_John](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/irrational_John)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 4:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-sensor-shelf-life-moving-to-18-months-vs-12/11181 "2021-04-02T16:40:41Z")
More a question than a statement since at the moment all I have is an anecdote to pass on for whatever it’s worth. In the short time (4 boxes or 12 sensors) I’ve been using the G6 the difference between manufacturing da… --- ## [Upgrade Insulin Container Day](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/upgrade-insulin-container-day/11182)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 4:12pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/upgrade-insulin-container-day/11182 "2021-04-02T16:12:28Z")
So, last prescription fillup as I was putting away the insulin, I noticed the old container was bursting at the seams so I ordered some new containers. They’re very big and nice and still fit in the fridge. Here’s some… --- ## [Dexcom 7 trial recruiting participants](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-7-trial-recruiting-participants/11160)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 10:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-7-trial-recruiting-participants/11160 "2021-04-01T22:37:43Z")
--- ## [Ios 14.4](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ios-14-4/11122)
**Author:** [@bhy33](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bhy33)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 5:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ios-14-4/11122 "2021-04-01T17:45:44Z")
Anybody upgrade their iPhone to 12 with IOS 14.4.1 with a Dexcom G6? Does it work? --- ## [Another easy-to-use glucagon product soon available](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/another-easy-to-use-glucagon-product-soon-available/11161)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2021, 6:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/another-easy-to-use-glucagon-product-soon-available/11161 "2021-03-31T06:17:46Z")
--- ## [Hilariously spot-on med videos](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hilariously-spot-on-med-videos/11165)
**Author:** [@cardamom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/cardamom)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2021, 12:12am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/hilariously-spot-on-med-videos/11165 "2021-03-31T00:12:54Z")
So this guy is pretty hilarious in general with his academic medicine videos, and I thought I’d share his endocrinology one: https://twitter.com/DGlaucomflecken/status/1373360742489989121 Also a particularly spot-on one… --- ## [Dexcom sensors](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-sensors/10696)
**Author:** [@Danam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Danam)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2021, 8:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-sensors/10696 "2021-03-29T20:34:31Z")
Firstly, wanted to give thanks to this forum and those who have shared such a vast knowledge and information about the main topic of diabetes which includes sharing thoughts and concerns! Im currently still using dexcom … --- ## [G6 Review (using sensor code + calibrating)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-review-using-sensor-code-calibrating/11103)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2021, 1:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-review-using-sensor-code-calibrating/11103 "2021-03-29T01:54:21Z")
So, last night at 4AM, the G5 transmitter battery died and I had no other transmitters (with functioning batteries) that I could use so it was time to pull out the G6 supplies. It was super easy to put on him (he loved … --- ## [Which part of this is the weird part? Barefoot, Maskless, Kilted Parrot Man](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/which-part-of-this-is-the-weird-part-barefoot-maskless-kilted-parrot-man/11033)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2021, 1:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/which-part-of-this-is-the-weird-part-barefoot-maskless-kilted-parrot-man/11033 "2021-03-28T01:54:13Z")
So I decided to take my family on a spur of the moment trip to the St. Louis Arch on Sunday. As in, I decided we should go at 10:30AM and we were on the road in 15 minutes. And it’s about four hours away… Anyway. We get… --- ## [Moving to the US with a D-Child - so many questions](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/moving-to-the-us-with-a-d-child-so-many-questions/11137)
**Author:** [@Mirjam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mirjam)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2021, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/moving-to-the-us-with-a-d-child-so-many-questions/11137 "2021-03-27T18:34:10Z")
Dear community, I have been reading quietly in this forum to prepare our move from Luxembourg to the US (Research Triangle area, NC) in August (for one year, to begin with). I’ve learned quite a bit (and I loved The “P… --- ## [Parents! The oxygen mask](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/parents-the-oxygen-mask/8992)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2021, 5:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/parents-the-oxygen-mask/8992 "2021-03-27T17:38:34Z")
Put Your Own Oxygen Mask on First Whenever you fly, the flight attendant always tells you that in the event of an emergency, if the oxygen masks drop, you should put your own oxygen mask on first before you attempt to he… --- ## [Starch Fermentation](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/starch-fermentation/10984)
**Author:** [@lh378](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/lh378)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2021, 2:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/starch-fermentation/10984 "2021-03-26T02:16:01Z")
Hi All, I wanted to share this video with you. I found it to be educational and informative. Hungry Microbiome: Starch Fermentation - YouTube Maybe beans and fiber are beneficial to us because they are fermented in t… --- ## [Empagliflozin added to automated insulin delivery could eliminate the need for carbohydrate counting](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/empagliflozin-added-to-automated-insulin-delivery-could-eliminate-the-need-for-carbohydrate-counting/11134)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2021, 9:32pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/empagliflozin-added-to-automated-insulin-delivery-could-eliminate-the-need-for-carbohydrate-counting/11134 "2021-03-25T21:32:42Z")
Interesting article for pump users: Empagliflozin May Allow Patients With Type 1 Diabetes to Forgo Carbohydrate Counting - Endocrinology Advisor\](Empagliflozin May Allow Patients With Type 1 Diabetes to Forgo Carbohydra… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=67) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=69)