Diabetes: Discussion thread.

CoupeKing · 14-08-2021, 08:18 PM

prydey · 14-08-2021, 11:45 PM

I'm glad that family eventually got on top of the issues with their daughter, but I'm not sure what the point of the video was, or the point of it being posted here??

To me, it's something that would get posted by someone who has no clue about living with or managing type 1 diabetes.

**GasoLane** · 20-08-2021, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by prydey

I'm glad that family eventually got on top of the issues with their daughter, but I'm not sure what the point of the video was, or the point of it being posted here??

To me, it's something that would get posted by someone who has no clue about living with or managing type 1 diabetes.

It's CoupeKings way of saying that Pete Evans is alive and well.

CoupeKing · 22-08-2021, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by GasoLane

It's CoupeKings way of saying that Pete Evans is alive and well.

**DFB FGXR6** · 12-11-2021, 07:55 PM

I had my 6 month check in with my Endocrinologist earlier this week. I have never met the man in person as all our appointments have been via telehealth, but his approach to managing my diabetes has been refreshing after years of insensitive doctors who only look at the numbers in black and white. My endo is the head of diabetes research at Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, I was refereed to him a few years ago on the advise this man was be most helpful to my situation.

I went into the session this week with the intent of perusing an insulin pump, as I felt now was the time to make the step. My doctor thought I should start with a CGM first and see if I can get some better control from that alone and then assess if a insulin pump would needed later. The thought being here is that if I can get better control outside of the times when I do blood tests, then I may not need a pump. And this is why I like this doctor, past endo's were pushing me in a direction I wasn't ready for or needed. Again, the black and white mentality not suiting every patient.

I have used the Freestyle Libre before but was not especially impressed. Since then, the sensor has been updated so I feel like it's worth having another go at using them. I just need to find an efficient way to keep them attached securely. Due to my work outdoors, I was having issues with the adhesive peeling in hot conditions. These sensors last 14 days and cost $94 a pop, I don't qualify for subsidies, if the sensor falls off in that period, it can not be re-attached.

Anyway, I keep trying to manage this as best I can.

prydey · 12-11-2021, 08:14 PM

There are a few companies that do adhesive patches for the cgm's, due to the lack of suitable adhesive by the product itself, as you have discovered.

We use Rockadex
https://rockadex.com.au/

I think you can also get like a sleeve to wear over top too but these don't appeal to everyone.

My eldest loves her libre sensor (new version). Connects to her phone so very easy to scan whenever you like and provides good data throughout the day.

My youngest uses dexcom g6 as she has the new tandem t slim pump and that pairs with the g6 to be almost a closed loop system.

Real shame that you don't qualify for any subsidy. It doesn't sound right to me but I'm sure you've checked it out. Have you tried JDRF? They offer some support also if you can't get govt support.

Good to hear you've found a good Dr. Makes a big difference.

**DFB FGXR6** · 12-11-2021, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by prydey

There are a few companies that do adhesive patches for the cgm's, due to the lack of suitable adhesive by the product itself, as you have discovered.

We use Rockadex
https://rockadex.com.au/

I think you can also get like a sleeve to wear over top too but these don't appeal to everyone.

My eldest loves her libre sensor (new version). Connects to her phone so very easy to scan whenever you like and provides good data throughout the day.

My youngest uses dexcom g6 as she has the new tandem t slim pump and that pairs with the g6 to be almost a closed loop system.

Real shame that you don't qualify for any subsidy. It doesn't sound right to me but I'm sure you've checked it out. Have you tried JDRF? They offer some support also if you can't get govt support.

Good to hear you've found a good Dr. Makes a big difference.

Thank's for the lead on the adhesives.

I fall outside the eligibility for subsidized sensors, not being under 21 and not pregnant and I don't qualify for concessions.

**DFB FGXR6** · 15-11-2021, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by prydey

There are a few companies that do adhesive patches for the cgm's, due to the lack of suitable adhesive by the product itself, as you have discovered.

We use Rockadex
https://rockadex.com.au/

I think you can also get like a sleeve to wear over top too but these don't appeal to everyone.

My eldest loves her libre sensor (new version). Connects to her phone so very easy to scan whenever you like and provides good data throughout the day.

Got my sensors delivered today and I ordered some patches from Rockadex. Does your daughter use the patch with or without the hole? I went with H20 Black with the hole as I was led to believe that the Libre needs to be uncovered in the center of the sensor, or is the new second generation different?

**hawkgirl** · 19-08-2021, 11:54 PM

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Yeah sure. Not a qualified nutritionist, not even a medical doctor. A chiropractor. Even worse, a Scientologist. Bah humbug.

I have 2 siblings with T2 and had 2 with Pre T2 indicators. When i go home i am amazed at the crap they eat. I probably look like i eat a pie every day but thats thanks to 30 years of cortisone injections, yet my non fasting levels are in the middle of normal fasting range.

Health "professionals " and others need to stop making the false assumption high bmi = T2. BMI has been discredited for years anyway.