# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=77 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 78 --- ## [Treating a low on the road - what do you do?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/treating-a-low-on-the-road-what-do-you-do/10064)
**Author:** [@bostrav59](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bostrav59)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2020, 6:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/treating-a-low-on-the-road-what-do-you-do/10064 "2020-10-29T18:35:12Z")
When i’m exercising, I try to bring some kind of snack along, but sometimes I forget or get surprised. Do you have a favorite approach for handling an unexpected low? I was out walking the other night, before dinner, a… --- ## [\[FIRSTS\] - Liam's first time running out of Insulin before POD expire (10272020)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/firsts-liams-first-time-running-out-of-insulin-before-pod-expire-10272020/10404)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2020, 1:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/firsts-liams-first-time-running-out-of-insulin-before-pod-expire-10272020/10404 "2020-10-28T01:55:40Z")
We only fill each Omnipod with the minimum (85 units), but in the years he’s been wearing the PODs he’s never ran out of insulin before they expired (72 + the 8 extra hours). His POD currently has 3+ units left and he’s… --- ## [Shelf-Stable Glucagon Approved](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/shelf-stable-glucagon-approved/8292)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2020, 1:52am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/shelf-stable-glucagon-approved/8292 "2020-10-28T01:52:19Z")
It’s here seems. Although it’s not for mini-dosing yet. https://beyondtype1.org/gvoke-hypopen-fda-approval/ --- ## [Error when trying to connect xdrip to libre](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/error-when-trying-to-connect-xdrip-to-libre/10402)
**Author:** [@RobertM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/RobertM)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 9:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/error-when-trying-to-connect-xdrip-to-libre/10402 "2020-10-27T21:08:46Z")
Hi, my daughters xdrip disconnected again through out the night. And I went through the usual process, stop sensor ( don’t stop) resetting bluetooth etc. But nothing clicking this time. It was stuck.with the messa… --- ## [My T1D turned 21 this year!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-t1d-turned-21-this-year/10392)
**Author:** [@SBee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SBee)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2020, 2:24am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-t1d-turned-21-this-year/10392 "2020-10-25T02:24:02Z")
Hi :wave:t3: I’m Shauna. I was dx in 1999. I was living in Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, Australia. I was 22, and with hindsight I’d say I had symptoms for a considerably long time before diagnosis. I often … --- ## [Amazing Race](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/amazing-race/10390)
**Author:** [@Mikey417](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mikey417)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2020, 12:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/amazing-race/10390 "2020-10-25T00:43:36Z")
Not sure what category this falls under, but I found it interesting. My wife and I are fans of a reality show The Amazing Race. Contestants race against others around the world for 1x10\*6 million dollars. At times the… --- ## [Ugh! I didn't realize how much I relied on my CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ugh-i-didnt-realize-how-much-i-relied-on-my-cgm/10383)
**Author:** [@HippieNerdBabe](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/HippieNerdBabe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2020, 12:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ugh-i-didnt-realize-how-much-i-relied-on-my-cgm/10383 "2020-10-25T00:03:34Z")
I use a Dexcom G6 and the transmitter died yesterday after 37 days. I was on hold with Dexcom for about 25 minutes and then they told me that the replacement one would arrive within 4-6 business days. I told them that … --- ## [Looping and Apple Watch 6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-and-apple-watch-6/10396)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2020, 11:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/looping-and-apple-watch-6/10396 "2020-10-24T23:00:22Z")
Apple has the Watch 6 40mm on sale for $374.98 today here so I bit the bullet and bought it. For those of you loopers out there, what do I need to learn / know to to get it working on Monday when it arrives? I hear Loo… --- ## [Greetings to all and a smartwatch question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/greetings-to-all-and-a-smartwatch-question/10366)
**Author:** [@JakubC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JakubC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2020, 12:41am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/greetings-to-all-and-a-smartwatch-question/10366 "2020-10-24T00:41:18Z")
Hey guys. First of all a little intro. 44 yo t1 diabetic. Got diagnosed in 2012. I am on on iPod and cgm as well. Love those toys! Now, a question that’s been probably asked a lot… I am looking to buy a smartwatch and h… --- ## [Diversity awareness in diabetes care](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diversity-awareness-in-diabetes-care/10378)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2020, 3:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diversity-awareness-in-diabetes-care/10378 "2020-10-23T15:11:16Z")
--- ## [Going back to the office](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/going-back-to-the-office/10357)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2020, 4:24pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/going-back-to-the-office/10357 "2020-10-22T16:24:46Z")
So I’m going back to the office. I’m not required to, my employer has opened the opportunity to return only if we want. Being at home since March has started to impact my mental health. I just can’t do it anymore and… --- ## [Vision Scare](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/vision-scare/10337)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2020, 3:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/vision-scare/10337 "2020-10-22T15:43:29Z")
Yesterday I had an uncomfortable scare with my vision. My Libre sensor failed on my way to church - thankfully I was planning to travel right after, so I had all my diabetes stuff packed with me. Unfortunately, I have to… --- ## [CGM Dexcom G6 sensor restart Calibration Error message](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-dexcom-g6-sensor-restart-calibration-error-message/10182)
**Author:** [@lh378](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/lh378)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2020, 2:55am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cgm-dexcom-g6-sensor-restart-calibration-error-message/10182 "2020-10-22T02:55:43Z")
I just restarted my sensor about 1.5 hours ago. I received this error message 3 times. The sensor has been accurate. This is my second restart (1 day earlier because it’s more convenient to do it today). Has this h… --- ## [Inpen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/inpen/10355)
**Author:** [@Maggie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Maggie)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2020, 6:19pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/inpen/10355 "2020-10-21T18:19:25Z")
Hi all … Does anyone use the InPen ? I’m just curious of the Benefits, or cons Please let me know your opinion Thanks --- ## [Omnipod DASH, G6 and Nuclear Stress Test](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-dash-g6-and-nuclear-stress-test/9844)
**Author:** [@egreen76](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/egreen76)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2020, 5:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-dash-g6-and-nuclear-stress-test/9844 "2020-10-21T17:16:10Z")
Saw Cardiologist the Thursday before Memorial Day for the first time. I’d been having chest pains since May 8th. First it was just general pressure plus I was staggering like a drunk person trying to walk into my kitchen… --- ## [Omnipod post 72 hours?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-post-72-hours/10367)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 8:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-post-72-hours/10367 "2020-10-19T20:29:27Z")
Accidentally put Samson’s medtronic pump in the wash, so we’re using Omnipod for now while we dry it out in a bag of rice. We’re supposed to approach 72 hours when he’s at his learning pod. So my question is, if we go p… --- ## [Water, Hydration and Kidney Problems](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/water-hydration-and-kidney-problems/2819)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 1:08am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/water-hydration-and-kidney-problems/2819 "2020-10-19T01:08:05Z")
just curious: whenever i have my 3 month blood work done, i get results showing that i am de-hydrated and am told i am not drinking enough water. i take a lot of medications which do indeed cause dehydration, and i do dr… --- ## [Dexcom G6 - restarting a sensor problem w/ 8Kxxxxxx transmitter](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-restarting-a-sensor-problem-w-8kxxxxxx-transmitter/10364)
**Author:** [@RT63](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/RT63)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 6:59am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g6-restarting-a-sensor-problem-w-8kxxxxxx-transmitter/10364 "2020-10-18T06:59:43Z")
I’m having problems restarting a Dexcom G6 Sensor. In the past, I’ve been quite successful with the remove transmitter, and start a new session with an existing sensor method to extend the use of a sensor. However, thi… --- ## [Overwhelmed (not just by D)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/overwhelmed-not-just-by-d/10298)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2020, 2:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/overwhelmed-not-just-by-d/10298 "2020-10-16T14:40:38Z")
It seems like all I do is fight these days. Everything is a struggle. And a lot of it is stupid stuff that I can’t control. I’m still figuring out what I can control, which is my regimen, what I need to do to keep my D i… --- ## [Team sports in a pandemic](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/team-sports-in-a-pandemic/10341)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2020, 9:48am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/team-sports-in-a-pandemic/10341 "2020-10-16T09:48:39Z")
My adult hockey league is talking about restarting next week based on some new policies from our state (WA) that seem to allow it. No, I am not playing despite a lot of happy talk about how easy it will be to stay safe. … --- ## [Reminder for those Omniloopers out there](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reminder-for-those-omniloopers-out-there/10352)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/reminder-for-those-omniloopers-out-there/10352 "2020-10-15T21:16:15Z")
We’re fast coming upon the deadline for the conversion (I think it’s the first part of Nov) from mLab to Atlas for the backend Database for NS users. Not doing the conversion will result in your NS no longer working. m… --- ## [Can’t log into Dexcom while using Heroku and Nightscout - Possible Solution Provided](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-t-log-into-dexcom-while-using-heroku-and-nightscout-possible-solution-provided/10159)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 7:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-t-log-into-dexcom-while-using-heroku-and-nightscout-possible-solution-provided/10159 "2020-10-15T19:08:21Z")
After the hassles I had today with getting a Transmitter/Sensor to work, I was finally able to reset the last transmitter and its working now. The problem I’m having now…and I’ve never had this issue before, is that I c… --- ## [G6 Sensor stops before 10 day auto shut off](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-sensor-stops-before-10-day-auto-shut-off/10351)
**Author:** [@westlight](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/westlight)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2020, 1:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-sensor-stops-before-10-day-auto-shut-off/10351 "2020-10-15T01:30:49Z")
I’m using the XDrip plus app. Started using it about 6 weeks ago and at least twice now my sensor has stopped before the 10 day auto shut-off period. Is there a setting I’m missing. Sorry, perhaps the wrong forum for th… --- ## [Omnipod gone rogue](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-gone-rogue/10323)
**Author:** [@katiereeder](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/katiereeder)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2020, 10:30pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-gone-rogue/10323 "2020-10-13T22:30:56Z")
Ok so this is interesting. After 5 years with my son on omnipod we know about failures, but last week we had a bizarre incident I’ll call an “anti-failure”. His PDM did that rare and wierd thing where it goes completel… --- ## [Savory low treatments?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/savory-low-treatments/10324)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2020, 9:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/savory-low-treatments/10324 "2020-10-13T21:47:22Z")
So, Samson has become sick of candy, glucose tabs, and the like. I’m wondering if anyone has ever heard of a savory low treatment that works well? I know it’s a long shot, but thought I’d ask! --- ## [Libre 14-day problems](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-14-day-problems/10340)
**Author:** [@Jubilee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jubilee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 8:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-14-day-problems/10340 "2020-10-12T20:51:28Z")
I’ve had all sorts of problems with this product, from “early dysfunctioning” (requiring me to terminate the sensor after 8-12 days), to vast number differences of nearly 100 between sensor and meters, but this one is ne… --- ## [Dexcom/Kevin Sayer Interview 4 Oct 2020](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-kevin-sayer-interview-4-oct-2020/10316)
**Author:** [@elver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/elver)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 6:14pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-kevin-sayer-interview-4-oct-2020/10316 "2020-10-11T18:14:55Z")
Kevin Sayer was interviewed by Diabetes Connections today. Of note is the discussion surrounding the G7 rollout, API integrations including live integrations, and adhesive issues. Additionally, the Dexcom Follow app is… --- ## [T1D prevented in mice by deleting gene in beta cells](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t1d-prevented-in-mice-by-deleting-gene-in-beta-cells/9548)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 2:29am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t1d-prevented-in-mice-by-deleting-gene-in-beta-cells/9548 "2020-10-11T02:29:41Z")
--- ## [Sporadic exercise and insulin use](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sporadic-exercise-and-insulin-use/10331)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 1:18am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sporadic-exercise-and-insulin-use/10331 "2020-10-11T01:18:09Z")
How soon after exercise do you find insulin use decreases? And how long after not exercising does insulin use increase again? Samson was using about 12-14 units of insulin, but we recently put him in an outdoor camp pod… --- ## ["Please don't bond with my kid over junk food."](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/please-dont-bond-with-my-kid-over-junk-food/10283)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 12:01am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/please-dont-bond-with-my-kid-over-junk-food/10283 "2020-10-11T00:01:40Z")
So I had a neighbor situation to deal with that brought up some T1D inspired lifestyle choices. As a reminder, I’m a mom with T1D. My youngest boy is getting more independent and loves to go around and hang out with the… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=76) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=78)