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    • 5 hours, 18 minutes ago
      Sandy Norman likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      Somewhat satisfied with TSlimX2. Not because of pump shortcomings, but because of the sheer insanity of trying to get routine supplies through the American health care system. My current situation, to wit: "I am experiencing extreme frustration with Medicare that, 1) has an inoperable website, and 2) has an inoperable AI phone answering service. Consequently, I can no longer acquire needed supplies to operate the tSlimX2, particularly the T:Lock TruSteel 8mm 32.” This situation has persisted for 2 months. 😬
    • 12 hours, 44 minutes ago
      kristina blake likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      There are several conversations about this across social media. Many people chime in and vote for a new, more accurate name for type 1.. some of the popular alternatives- Pancreatic Autoimmune Disease, Beta Cell Destruction Disease, Autoimmune Diabetes, Autoimmune Insulin Failure, Autoimmune Absolute Insulin Deficiency (AAID)
    • 12 hours, 44 minutes ago
      kristina blake likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      In my experience people have heard of Type 2 Diabetes so if I say Type 1 that makes sense in that if there is a Type 2 there must be a Type 1 also. That is the extent of their understanding. In healthcare there is a bigger failure where "diabetes" or "type 2 diabetes" is used as a shorthand of a set of conditions often seen together. See any research paper by any cardiologist ever. This lack of precision leads to incorrect risk evaluations and incorrect treatment of people with diabetes caused by other factors including autoimmune aka Type 1.
    • 12 hours, 45 minutes ago
      kristina blake likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      The most common comment: but you aren’t heavy. That’s when we get into the differences. A relative tried to tell me that insulin makes you lose weight. But when we last discussed this, one of you said it best: if it isn’t in their circle of experience, why would they know or care?
    • 12 hours, 45 minutes ago
      kristina blake likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      In my experience the average person does not know the difference. It does not help that the commercials on TV just say diabetes and do not differentiate.
    • 14 hours, 57 minutes ago
      Kristi Warmecke likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      Somewhat satisfied with TSlimX2. Not because of pump shortcomings, but because of the sheer insanity of trying to get routine supplies through the American health care system. My current situation, to wit: "I am experiencing extreme frustration with Medicare that, 1) has an inoperable website, and 2) has an inoperable AI phone answering service. Consequently, I can no longer acquire needed supplies to operate the tSlimX2, particularly the T:Lock TruSteel 8mm 32.” This situation has persisted for 2 months. 😬
    • 17 hours, 30 minutes ago
      Lee Tincher likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      If I could get a CGM that is consistent and predictable I'd be very happy with the Twiist or the Tandem. The weak point with pumps used to be infusion sites, but now that we are relying on poor performing technology to support potentially great algorithms itis quite frustrating.
    • 19 hours, 24 minutes ago
      Beckett Nelson likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      My first reaction was Very Satisfied but there is always room for improvement. I’d like a pump design that wasn’t meant to be worn on a belt just for men. To wear a dress, I have to only get those with pockets (and on both sides because opposite sides cause the CGM to lose contact) and put a button whole in each. The clip shows horribly on blouses worn out. I’ve tried the leg attachments and they never stay secure. I’m not big enough to wear it in my bra. All minor inconveniences. I’d like one that doesn’t keep alarming 20 minutes after I’ve eaten, although I get it that it is there to save my life. Again minor. Ask about CGMs (probably tomorrow’s question): lately I’ve had trouble removing the sensor from my arm without actually ripping off a strip of skin or very bad bruising. I’ve read about using baby oil for removal. That does help. I’m a rip it off fast person, but that didn’t work so well.
    • 20 hours, 49 minutes ago
      John Barbuto likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      I have been using a insulin smart pen for the last 2 years; I find that it meets my current needs to ensure good management and results
    • 21 hours, 32 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      Somewhat satisfied with TSlimX2. Not because of pump shortcomings, but because of the sheer insanity of trying to get routine supplies through the American health care system. My current situation, to wit: "I am experiencing extreme frustration with Medicare that, 1) has an inoperable website, and 2) has an inoperable AI phone answering service. Consequently, I can no longer acquire needed supplies to operate the tSlimX2, particularly the T:Lock TruSteel 8mm 32.” This situation has persisted for 2 months. 😬
    • 21 hours, 33 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      My first reaction was Very Satisfied but there is always room for improvement. I’d like a pump design that wasn’t meant to be worn on a belt just for men. To wear a dress, I have to only get those with pockets (and on both sides because opposite sides cause the CGM to lose contact) and put a button whole in each. The clip shows horribly on blouses worn out. I’ve tried the leg attachments and they never stay secure. I’m not big enough to wear it in my bra. All minor inconveniences. I’d like one that doesn’t keep alarming 20 minutes after I’ve eaten, although I get it that it is there to save my life. Again minor. Ask about CGMs (probably tomorrow’s question): lately I’ve had trouble removing the sensor from my arm without actually ripping off a strip of skin or very bad bruising. I’ve read about using baby oil for removal. That does help. I’m a rip it off fast person, but that didn’t work so well.
    • 22 hours, 6 minutes ago
      Gerald Oefelein likes your comment at
      How satisfied are you with your current insulin pump brand/model?
      Somewhat satisfied with TSlimX2. Not because of pump shortcomings, but because of the sheer insanity of trying to get routine supplies through the American health care system. My current situation, to wit: "I am experiencing extreme frustration with Medicare that, 1) has an inoperable website, and 2) has an inoperable AI phone answering service. Consequently, I can no longer acquire needed supplies to operate the tSlimX2, particularly the T:Lock TruSteel 8mm 32.” This situation has persisted for 2 months. 😬
    • 1 day, 9 hours ago
      Kate Kuhn likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      In my experience the average person does not know the difference. It does not help that the commercials on TV just say diabetes and do not differentiate.
    • 1 day, 9 hours ago
      Kate Kuhn likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      What? We’re now advertising in this space? Delete this post!
    • 1 day, 11 hours ago
      Neha Shah likes your comment at
      Have you had a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scan? (The American Diabetes Association suggests this imaging tool, depending on age and years with T1D, to assess heart risk by measuring calcium buildup in your arteries.)
      Yes, I had one done and the results were very high in the upper 400s. I have my wonderful cardiologist to thank for recommending it as even after a normal stress test that was still somewhat suspicious. He thought further testing was advisable due to my 65 years of diabetes. The complaints that I had been having for years were not terribly specific, but just overall being way more exhausted than I thought I should be for my age and a bit of shortness of breath, but no chest pain. My doctors had been just saying that I was probably out of shape and that was what was causing the symptoms but this doctor really was proactive. This test shows calcium buildup, of course, in the arteries which is somewhat different than fatty plaque buildup in the arteries that can only be seen at the Cath Lab. My next step was to go to the Cath Lab where they found four major blockages in my heart and thank goodness we found them. I eventually ended up having four stents put in during two additional procedures. The last one was very stubborn because of the amount of calcium and I had to go to the university of Washington where they were able to do a procedure to drill the calcium out of the artery before they could get in there to place the stent. Heart disease is a very real concern for those of us with long-term diabetes, and although I am a retired dietitian and have always eaten an excellent diet with yearly lipid panel results looking excellent this still happened. The procedure took less than an hour and they do put an iodine die in your vein to make everything easier to see. My Medicare Advantage Plan paid for it except for my copayment which I believe was around $300 which is similar to what I have to pay for things like an MRI. The doctor does have to justify this test by certain symptoms and other previous test results.
    • 1 day, 14 hours ago
      lis be likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      In my experience people have heard of Type 2 Diabetes so if I say Type 1 that makes sense in that if there is a Type 2 there must be a Type 1 also. That is the extent of their understanding. In healthcare there is a bigger failure where "diabetes" or "type 2 diabetes" is used as a shorthand of a set of conditions often seen together. See any research paper by any cardiologist ever. This lack of precision leads to incorrect risk evaluations and incorrect treatment of people with diabetes caused by other factors including autoimmune aka Type 1.
    • 1 day, 14 hours ago
      lis be likes your comment at
      How often do people confuse type 1 and type 2 diabetes in your experience?
      In my experience the average person does not know the difference. It does not help that the commercials on TV just say diabetes and do not differentiate.
    • 1 day, 18 hours ago
      KCR likes your comment at
      Have you had a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scan? (The American Diabetes Association suggests this imaging tool, depending on age and years with T1D, to assess heart risk by measuring calcium buildup in your arteries.)
      I have, and I do show calcium build up and hardening of the arteries. No action has been taken yet at this time. However, I am taking Repatha for better control of my cholesterol and it has been working great.
    • 1 day, 18 hours ago
      KCR likes your comment at
      Have you had a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scan? (The American Diabetes Association suggests this imaging tool, depending on age and years with T1D, to assess heart risk by measuring calcium buildup in your arteries.)
      Yes, I had one done and the results were very high in the upper 400s. I have my wonderful cardiologist to thank for recommending it as even after a normal stress test that was still somewhat suspicious. He thought further testing was advisable due to my 65 years of diabetes. The complaints that I had been having for years were not terribly specific, but just overall being way more exhausted than I thought I should be for my age and a bit of shortness of breath, but no chest pain. My doctors had been just saying that I was probably out of shape and that was what was causing the symptoms but this doctor really was proactive. This test shows calcium buildup, of course, in the arteries which is somewhat different than fatty plaque buildup in the arteries that can only be seen at the Cath Lab. My next step was to go to the Cath Lab where they found four major blockages in my heart and thank goodness we found them. I eventually ended up having four stents put in during two additional procedures. The last one was very stubborn because of the amount of calcium and I had to go to the university of Washington where they were able to do a procedure to drill the calcium out of the artery before they could get in there to place the stent. Heart disease is a very real concern for those of us with long-term diabetes, and although I am a retired dietitian and have always eaten an excellent diet with yearly lipid panel results looking excellent this still happened. The procedure took less than an hour and they do put an iodine die in your vein to make everything easier to see. My Medicare Advantage Plan paid for it except for my copayment which I believe was around $300 which is similar to what I have to pay for things like an MRI. The doctor does have to justify this test by certain symptoms and other previous test results.
    • 1 day, 18 hours ago
      KCR likes your comment at
      Have you had a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scan? (The American Diabetes Association suggests this imaging tool, depending on age and years with T1D, to assess heart risk by measuring calcium buildup in your arteries.)
      Thank you. Your write up is concise, cogent, and convincing. 🎀
    • 1 day, 18 hours ago
      KCR likes your comment at
      Have you had a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scan? (The American Diabetes Association suggests this imaging tool, depending on age and years with T1D, to assess heart risk by measuring calcium buildup in your arteries.)
      After 16 stents and a new aortic valve, I've had every scan imaginable and she just keeps on tickin'.
    • 1 day, 18 hours ago
      KCR likes your comment at
      Have you had a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scan? (The American Diabetes Association suggests this imaging tool, depending on age and years with T1D, to assess heart risk by measuring calcium buildup in your arteries.)
      Just googled it and most insurance plans including basic Medicare do not cover it. Said cost ranges $100-400 with out-of-pocket being $100-150 (although I don’t understand that if not covered by insurance).
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      In my experience the average person does not know the difference. It does not help that the commercials on TV just say diabetes and do not differentiate.
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    How familiar are you with the InPen™ Smart Insulin Pen from Companion Medical?

    Home > LC Polls > How familiar are you with the InPen™ Smart Insulin Pen from Companion Medical?
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    Sarah Howard

    Sarah Howard has worked in the diabetes research field ever since she was diagnosed with T1D while in college in May 2013. Since then, she has worked for various diabetes organizations, focusing on research, advocacy, and community-building efforts for people with T1D and their loved ones. Sarah is currently the Senior Marketing Manager at T1D Exchange.

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    15 Comments

    1. William Bennett

      This sounds like a market research query. Is there remuneration involved? Raises some questions for me about what these daily queries are being used for. Fine if just to generate engagement, but if the data are used for commercial purposes, or even just research, it would be appropriate to have a disclaimer to that effect. Maybe it’s on the site somewhere and I’ve missed it?

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    2. Rob Smith

      Just started using recently after transitioning from pump to mdi. It’s great for monitoring iob and total usage automatically.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply
    3. connie ker

      Why don’t you educate us about this InPen Smart Insulin Pen from
      companion Medical???? Smart Insulin is what I have been waiting for, do you need a volunteer for a clinical trial?????

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      1. Ernie Richmann

        It is a smart pen that delivers stupid insulin.

        5 years ago Log in to Reply
    4. Greg Felton

      Smart pen? I want smart insulin.

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      1. Sherolyn Newell

        Me too!

        5 years ago Log in to Reply
    5. AimmcG

      This is another repeat question. Still haven’t heard of it.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply
    6. Jana Foley

      William raises an excellent question. I did answer that I’ve never heard of this insulin pen, but I do wonder why some of these questions are being asked and what the resulting data is used for.

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    7. Grey Gray

      Agree with the others about the questions. Wish we could ask what may seem like dumb questions but might help others. Like how much insulin does it take to cover my morning coffee? There are no carbs involved yet it definitely has an effect on my numbers.

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    8. Kim Rehtus

      I have been on MDI for years and have used the InPen for at least the last three. I LOVE it and would recommend that anyone on MDI check into it.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply
    9. ConnieT1D62

      Slightly familiar only because I have seen it demonstrated at diabetes conferences or trade shows. Have not used one.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply
    10. Maurine Bowser

      I use the In Pen and love it. It logs how much insulin is given at different parts of the day (among other things) and I often forget how much and what time. It is nice to see the differences from day to day. It has a great app that produces helpful graphs of insulin usage. In Pen is a great tool for analysis.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply
    11. Sally Numrich

      Slightly. I haven’t been on MDI in over 30 years, but I try to stay up on all new technology happening in the diabetes world.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply
    12. Linda Leaden

      I started using it last year and love it! I am using it for my fiasp and its great to see how much insulin I have on board and if I have taken insulin. Sometimes I’m forgetting if I gave a dose and can confirm that I have.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply
    13. Kimberly Starkey

      I did a brief search on the InPen, but didn’t learn enough to feel comfortable changing to it from my pump and cgm. If my current devices become too expensive, I might have to seriously consider switching to the InPen. I’d like to know more about it.

      5 years ago Log in to Reply

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