@Javierlandez dijo: How many of us with DM1 live alone?...it doesn't seem like there's anything special about this...but it seems interesting to me, (and today I don't need care of any kind)...Would a…
Thank you for sharing this so honestly. Behind every statistic there’s a real life, real effort, and real emotions. We can’t live in fear, but staying aware and supporting each other truly makes a dif…
Having a supportive endocrinologist and keeping blood sugar in check are really important. Going through adoption or managing a pregnancy with diabetes can be challenging, but it’s definitely possible…
Thanks for sharing this — really helpful! It’s a great reminder that being diabetic doesn’t mean missing out on Christmas meals. The tips and recipe ideas are very practical and reassuring. 😊 @fer dij…
A friend recently suggested trying a CGM from Sibio. Just wondering if anyone here has experience with it? I’ve had some problems with my Dexcom recently and might be looking to switch. Would love to …
@juanen_ dijo: What a disaster of a sensor, the application does not work well.I scan myself and the reading comes out for my wife but not for me.I'm sorry you don't read continuously. Piece of 💩 Not …
Congratulations on both your birthday and 27 years of living strong with diabetes! 🎉💪 Your journey and perseverance are truly inspiring. Wishing you continued health and happiness!
@Carussa dijo: I have used it this tomorrow at breakfast away from home, as said @dani_gt, that is, uploading a breakfast photo.And it's very good.I have also told him the blood glucose I had before b…
With the help of my CGM, I’m now able to manage my blood sugar really well. I feel no different from anyone else, and as for the terminology, I’ve come to accept it calmly.
FreeStyle worked fine for a while, but now it keeps pausing readings and throwing sensor errors — not what you want from a device that tracks your glucose. Honestly, I’m thinking it’s time to switch t…
I’ve been using a CGM lately, and it’s great because it shows my sugar in real-time and even gives little tips automatically. Kind of feels like having a mini-AI helper for my diabetes!
I feel you on the Christmas sweets! 🍰 I enjoy a few, and my CGM lets me see my sugar in real-time so I can adjust if needed. Makes it way less stressful!
Thank you for sharing this! 💙 I completely agree—diabetes is much more than numbers, it’s a daily journey that connects us and challenges us. Being part of this community really makes a difference. Te…
As a Type 2 Diabetic looking to buy a sensor without insurance coverage, the cost is a real burden. I’m curious about long-term user experiences and cost-effectiveness,whether it’s the Dexcom G7, GS3,…
Learning there are new deaths tied to G7 sensor failures, on top of the ones before, and knowing the FDA already pointed out quality issues… Hope they’ll give a clear explanation soon.
I particularly agree with the point about "no distinction between types", Whether it’s Type 1 or Type 2, the experience of having to constantly monitor your body and adjust your life is quite similar.…
Ugh, 4 sensors in 9 days sounds very frustrating. I've also had some bleeding from my sensors before, but never this much. That low reading could totally be due to the bleeding affecting it.
DM 1...and you live alone.
@Javierlandez dijo: How many of us with DM1 live alone?...it doesn't seem like there's anything special about this...but it seems interesting to me, (and today I don't need care of any kind)...Would a…
Read comment →People with diabetes have a 73% higher risk of suffering a heart attack
Thank you for sharing this so honestly. Behind every statistic there’s a real life, real effort, and real emotions. We can’t live in fear, but staying aware and supporting each other truly makes a dif…
Read comment →Diabetes and pregnancy
Having a supportive endocrinologist and keeping blood sugar in check are really important. Going through adoption or managing a pregnancy with diabetes can be challenging, but it’s definitely possible…
Read comment →Recipes for diabetics at Christmas
Thanks for sharing this — really helpful! It’s a great reminder that being diabetic doesn’t mean missing out on Christmas meals. The tips and recipe ideas are very practical and reassuring. 😊 @fer dij…
Read comment →Experiences with Sibio CGM? Considering a switch from Dexcom
A friend recently suggested trying a CGM from Sibio. Just wondering if anyone here has experience with it? I’ve had some problems with my Dexcom recently and might be looking to switch. Would love to …
Read comment →Freestyle libre 2 does not work
@juanen_ dijo: What a disaster of a sensor, the application does not work well.I scan myself and the reading comes out for my wife but not for me.I'm sorry you don't read continuously. Piece of 💩 Not …
Read comment →I celebrate my birthday and 27 years with diabetes
Congratulations on both your birthday and 27 years of living strong with diabetes! 🎉💪 Your journey and perseverance are truly inspiring. Wishing you continued health and happiness!
Read comment →ChatGPT for diabetes: The new Diabetes Advisor
@Carussa dijo: I have used it this tomorrow at breakfast away from home, as said @dani_gt, that is, uploading a breakfast photo.And it's very good.I have also told him the blood glucose I had before b…
Read comment →Is the change between "people with diabetes" and "diabetics" relevant?
With the help of my CGM, I’m now able to manage my blood sugar really well. I feel no different from anyone else, and as for the terminology, I’ve come to accept it calmly.
Read comment →This reader will read my new sensors?
Continuous glucose monitoring has been a huge help for me – no more finger pricks!
Read comment →Free Freestyle 2 plus glucose readings in pause
FreeStyle worked fine for a while, but now it keeps pausing readings and throwing sensor errors — not what you want from a device that tracks your glucose. Honestly, I’m thinking it’s time to switch t…
Read comment →AI and diabetes
I’ve been using a CGM lately, and it’s great because it shows my sugar in real-time and even gives little tips automatically. Kind of feels like having a mini-AI helper for my diabetes!
Read comment →Diabetes and Christmas
I feel you on the Christmas sweets! 🍰 I enjoy a few, and my CGM lets me see my sugar in real-time so I can adjust if needed. Makes it way less stressful!
Read comment →After World Diabetes Day… what does November leave us this year?
@fer dijo: @LuaRodriguez there is an english version of the book in amazon here is the link: Link Thank you！
Read comment →After World Diabetes Day… what does November leave us this year?
Thank you for sharing this! 💙 I completely agree—diabetes is much more than numbers, it’s a daily journey that connects us and challenges us. Being part of this community really makes a difference. Te…
Read comment →13 Dexcom G7 users die after sensor failure
So scary… I honestly don’t even know what CGM is safe to use anymore.
Read comment →Type 2 Diabetics：Which sensor
As a Type 2 Diabetic looking to buy a sensor without insurance coverage, the cost is a real burden. I’m curious about long-term user experiences and cost-effectiveness,whether it’s the Dexcom G7, GS3,…
Read comment →13 Dexcom G7 users die after sensor failure
Learning there are new deaths tied to G7 sensor failures, on top of the ones before, and knowing the FDA already pointed out quality issues… Hope they’ll give a clear explanation soon.
Read comment →Can remission be achieved in type 2 diabetes?
I particularly agree with the point about "no distinction between types", Whether it’s Type 1 or Type 2, the experience of having to constantly monitor your body and adjust your life is quite similar.…
Read comment →QUESTION SENSORS
Ugh, 4 sensors in 9 days sounds very frustrating. I've also had some bleeding from my sensors before, but never this much. That low reading could totally be due to the bleeding affecting it.
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