[Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User

Sat Aug 12 22:19:09 UTC 2017


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> On Aug 12, 2017, at 4:56 PM, Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Actually, I've had so much experience dealing with Prednizone that my blood
> sugars were great then. I find that severe pain will mess up my numbers more
> than the Pred. Well okay, that last night when I ran out of cartridges, we
> won't talk about those numbers. <grin> 
> But even with the short walks I'm doing now I do see BG benefits. I'm really
> getting tired of the pain though. At least I can get my shoe all the way on
> now. Sheesh! 
> Veronica
> 
> 
> "Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
> iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
> To learn more, visit:
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>                 Veronica Elsea, Owner
> Laurel Creek Music Designs
> Santa Cruz, California
> Phone: 831-429-6407
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Wednesday, August 09, 2017 8:40 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Jamie Gurganus
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Veronica,
> 
>     Glad you were able to finish training and come home with Ricotta.  I
> can't imagine walking as far and often as we do in training with a sprained
> ankle.  You are a real trooper!    I can only imagine what your blood sugars
> were like on the prednisone.  
> 
>                Jamie
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Tuesday, August 08, 2017 5:12 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Hi Jamie and all!
> Well, I did just come back from guide dog school with a spunky little yellow
> lab named Ricotta. And boy did my diabetes gear get tested!
> Oh lucky me, I managed to seriously sprain my foot and ankle on our second
> walk! I tell you, I hope I never know that much pain again. I ended up at
> urgent care and getting put on a short stint of prednisone. This meant that
> not only was I closely watching my Dexcom, but I got to play with temp
> basals on the stupid Animas. Man, what a piece of junk! I couldn't tell you
> why sometimes those various okay buttons didn't take and had it not been for
> the KNFB reader, I would have never known whether or not I'd set a temp
> basal. It didn't help that the temp doesn't go as high or for as long as the
> Cozmo did or what I actually wanted. It kind of made me feel like I was
> always fussing with diabetes garbage. But I did successfully manage to get
> myself out of various jams without having to ask for help from instructors.
> Sheesh! 
> Upon coming home, I got another round of pred as well as an injection in my
> knee on account of messing everything else up trying to walk on the bad foot
> and finish class. Last week, I did nothing but lie around and cry. <grin> So
> we're starting to move around a bit more this week and my pred routine is
> dropping. I will be so glad when I'm done monitoring temp basals. What a
> pain! 
> But at least with the Dexcom I know what's happening. I can't say I'm one of
> those with perfect readings right now but at least I can react to what
> happens. And on top of that, man, I really thought I'd brought plenty of
> cartridges with me. But I wasn't counting on so much extra pred. Would you
> believe, I ran out of cartridges on my very last night. I had to rely on my
> backup pen so that I'd have enough insulin in my pump for the trip home.
> Boy, sure showed me how lousy my control is with a pen. Oops!
> But it is nice to have a wicked smart dog around again.
> Veronica
> 
> 
> "Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
> iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
> To learn more, visit:
> http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
>                 Veronica Elsea, Owner
> Laurel Creek Music Designs
> Santa Cruz, California
> Phone: 831-429-6407
> 
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jamie Gurganus via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 8:55 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Jamie Gurganus
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Veronica,
> 
> How is your new pup doing?  
> 
>                Jamie
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 9:42 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Daniel, your insurance company is full of it. I use my iPhone exclusively
> for my readings. The latest app update even says that the app has now been
> cleared by the FDA for making dosing decisions. Forget their inaccessible
> receiver and just plan to use the app on your phone and you'll be fine. And
> you can tell 'em I said so. <laughing!> Veronica
> 
> 
> "Guide Dogs, First Hand", Veronica Elsea's classic album is now available on
> iTunes, along with other music from her and from the Guide Dog Glee Club. 
> To learn more, visit:
> http://www.laurelcreekmusic.com
>                 Veronica Elsea, Owner
> Laurel Creek Music Designs
> Santa Cruz, California
> Phone: 831-429-6407
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Daniel C via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 7:16 PM
> To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind
> Cc: Daniel C
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] DXCom G5 First Time User
> 
> Good day list:
> After much fighting, I appear as if I will be getting my new Dexcom system
> after all.
> Last time I wrote, I asked about the sensors, etc. However, I am writing to
> ask about the receiver for the decks calm G5 this time.
> From what I'm told from Dexcom, you cannot use your smart device for your
> readings, due to insurance restrictions. So how would I be able to use my
> iPhone, plus the receiver? In other words, if I have to use my iPhone, would
> the results eventually be sent to the receiver, when it too, is in range?
> 
> 
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> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org/jamielgurganus%40gmail.com yes, pain and any kind of stress really cause my blood sugars to go bonkers. Again, I give you so much credit for persevering through the pain to train with a new and spunky guy dog!


    Jamie