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      kristina blake likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I am usually the one who asks about new tech. Or I explain the new tech that I am using to my endo.
    • 2 hours, 9 minutes ago
      kristina blake likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      To paraphrase a famous Ernest Hemingway line, it would be pretty to think so. 🧠
    • 2 hours, 49 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      the best one was when he recommended a CGM (Libre 2) for the first time. I said to him, "am I gonna scan myself like a can of peaches at the supermarket"? he got a laugh out of that one
    • 2 hours, 55 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I think I stay more up-to-date than my doc on what’s available for T1 treatment, but then I’m retired, have more time and more stake in the result than my doc does; further, he has to stay up-to-date on numerous other conditions/treatments, though an argument is true, it is his job. We still discuss settings/treatments/new offerings/changes in formulary of insurance coverage at each appointment a few times a year to go over blood work, update scripts, and check current treatments.
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      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I usually bring up new options and then we discuss the pros and cons.
    • 3 hours, 19 minutes ago
      Sarah Berry likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I think I stay more up-to-date than my doc on what’s available for T1 treatment, but then I’m retired, have more time and more stake in the result than my doc does; further, he has to stay up-to-date on numerous other conditions/treatments, though an argument is true, it is his job. We still discuss settings/treatments/new offerings/changes in formulary of insurance coverage at each appointment a few times a year to go over blood work, update scripts, and check current treatments.
    • 3 hours, 19 minutes ago
      Sarah Berry likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I usually bring up new options and then we discuss the pros and cons.
    • 3 hours, 57 minutes ago
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      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I usually bring up new options and then we discuss the pros and cons.
    • 4 hours, 41 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I am usually the one who asks about new tech. Or I explain the new tech that I am using to my endo.
    • 4 hours, 42 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      My first one always pushed me towards new tech, letting me try it and then letting me decide. When I moved from Baltimore, a better place to be sick besides NYC you probably can’t find, to Florida, I asked for an Endo recommendation. He suggested USF but that’s a 45 min drive from me, on a good traffic day. So this one is convenient but he is more interested in not being inconvenienced. We got into it the last time I was there and were pretty honest with each other and he told me my insurance was the major problem. I have Medicare and a gap, like I’m not going to use that…I paid for it! Medicare is good paying for most things but you have to fight with them to get even normal prescriptions filled, here at least. So, to drone on, we’ve cleared the air and he and his staff have worked hard this past 3 months to get me what I need. I’m grateful for that. It’s not easy being a doc.
    • 4 hours, 43 minutes ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      Does your T1D provider suggest new offerings (tech, medications, etc.) they think would be beneficial during your appointments?
      I usually bring up new options and then we discuss the pros and cons.
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      Do you live with depression or anxiety?
      Both. Been on medications for many years.
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      Do you live with depression or anxiety?
      I have both which are well managed with medication, lots of meditation and a focus on self compassion.
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      If you’ve used expired pump supplies (infusion sets, reservoirs, pods) in the past, did you have any issues with them?
      I don't believe I have ever used expired CGMs or pump supplies.
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      If you’ve used expired pump supplies (infusion sets, reservoirs, pods) in the past, did you have any issues with them?
      I have not use expired products.
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      If you’ve used expired pump supplies (infusion sets, reservoirs, pods) in the past, did you have any issues with them?
      I use a pump, but I haven't used expired pump supplies.
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      Have you ever been hospitalized for a type 1 diabetes-related issue? Please share more in the comments.
      I put no since the only time I was admitted was at diagnosis. But would that count as a yes?
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      Have you ever been hospitalized for a type 1 diabetes-related issue? Please share more in the comments.
      I said “No.” Perhaps I’m the luckiest person alive since I’ve navigated the diabetic road for 74 years. Have never had DKA, although symptomatic twice. Have had numerous hypoglycemic affairs, but no hospitalizations. I am also a bit determined. They may hospitalize me for dementia or other old age conditions. But not for T1D. ✨.•*¨*.¸.•*¨*.¸¸.•*¨`*• ¨*.¸.•*¨`*. ¸.•*¨*.¸¸.•*¨`*•.✨
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      Do you “soak” or insert a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensor before the old one expires?
      Yeah, somewhere between 1/2 to 12 hours ahead of time I insert a new G7 on the opposite arm. Only risk is -- and it's a big one -- I occasionally forget which is the new one and which is the old one. Sigh. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯?
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      Have you ever been hospitalized for a type 1 diabetes-related issue? Please share more in the comments.
      Before CGMs, I had a severe insulin reaction. In a blackout I walked about half a mile and passed out, falling flat on my face. Woke up on an operating table where doctors were working on stopping the bleeding in my mouth and trying to save my front teeth. Was hospitalized for four days.
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      Do you live with depression or anxiety?
      Depression is the condition I have lived with the longest and affects me the most. I am grateful that it seems to be improving as I age, even with additions of other medical conditions. I have anxiety unexpectedly for no reason when I have focal seizures that affect my amygdala. Otherwise, I seem to lack that emotion almost completely. I would love it if they could have sensors for neurochemistry.
    • 2 days, 4 hours ago
      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      Have you ever been hospitalized for a type 1 diabetes-related issue? Please share more in the comments.
      Back in the 80's, I had influenza, uncontrolled blood sugar, and was probably severely dehydrated that put me in the hospital. Maybe I had DKA, but that wasn't much talked about in those days. I think I was there for one to two days.
    • 2 days, 4 hours ago
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      Have you ever been hospitalized for a type 1 diabetes-related issue? Please share more in the comments.
      Twice, once in 1980 and another in 2024. I was dx'd Type 1 in 1976 while in my mid-20's. In 1980, I had been on a ski vacation, caught a bad cold and didn't know that I needed more insulin in times of illness. I wound up in ICU for 3 days because of DKA. I've learned a lot about properly managing my diabetes in the intervening years and have been able to keep my A1c's in the low 6's. At year-end, last year, I had 3 consecutive insulin pump infusion site failures in the space of 18 hours (Dec 29-30) which landed me in the ER with very high glucose levels that would not come down. I was diagnosed with early DKA and spent 2 days in ICU and another 2 days in the hospital before release. The first two infusion sites hadn't penetrated. I gave myself an insulin injection which reduced my glucose levels before inserting the third site. Once my glucose levels had reached 120 mg/dl, I then ate breakfast and bolused but my levels kept climbing and I felt nauseous and overall "crappy". My husband took me to the ER. It turns out my 3rd site resulted in a bent cannula. I had been using the Tandem Autosoft30 infusion sets. Since that hospitalization I've gone back to the Autosoft XC infusion sets and haven't had any more such issues. It was not the way I'd envisioned welcoming in 2025...but I'm happy that I was able to welcome it in!
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      Lawrence S. likes your comment at
      Have you ever been hospitalized for a type 1 diabetes-related issue? Please share more in the comments.
      My glucose went so high because the pump wasn’t delivering insulin without me being aware that my acidity level was off and I had to spend a week at the hospital.
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      Have you ever been hospitalized for a type 1 diabetes-related issue? Please share more in the comments.
      I was staying at a friends house on Fire Island. As with many beach homes, the bedroom was all in white. But when I woke, the windowsill, the wall, and the bed were all covered in my blood. It was still dripping from my head. Back then, there was no CGM, no alarm. My glucometer read 24 and I scarfed down the M&M's in my bag, followed by a glass of juice. I was fine, but the worried wife of my friend called an ambulance. The paramedic was great...he said, "stop with the sugar" and had me eat a cheese sandwich. Then sent me in a water ambulance, just to get me head checked out.
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    The last time you discussed adding a new device or medication to your T1D management routine with your health care provider, who initially suggested trying the new device or medication?

    Home > LC Polls > The last time you discussed adding a new device or medication to your T1D management routine with your health care provider, who initially suggested trying the new device or medication?
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    Of the people in your life, who (if anyone) makes you feel judged or criticized for your T1D management (for example, what foods you eat, where or when you check your blood glucose, etc.)? Select all that apply to you.

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    When you’re in a group setting, like having lunch with coworkers or at a gathering with friends/family, how often do you feel you are judged or criticized for your food choices because of your T1D? Please feel free to share more details of your experiences in the comments.

    Sarah Howard

    Sarah Howard has dedicated her career to supporting the T1D community 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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    27 Comments

    1. lis be

      Anxious to get a new (smarter) pump that lets me sleep without fear! or at least try one out. The endo nurse said they don’t let you test drive any of the Tandem pumps, new Medtronic or Omnipod’s etc. Such a massive decision to make and lock into for years without a test drive. But I’m simple and diabroke, so I’ll get the best one that my insurance covers and I can afford.

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      1. TEH

        I agree with your concern. I had that same reservation. This forum has been helpful for me to understand the “+” & “-” of the options. The only problem with that is different people have different results.

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
      2. AnitaS

        I really thought that you can contact the companies to get a test drive of their pumps for at least a few weeks. I could be wrong, but you may want to contact the companies and ask.

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
      3. Bob Durstenfeld

        Tandem will let you test drive. Contact them directly.

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
    2. Lawrence S.

      My memory is not the greatest. But, it seems that I usually ask a question about a subject and my Endo makes suggestions. Going to Control IQ is a good example.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    3. KIMBERELY SMITH

      I am hoping NEW MEDICATION

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    4. Amanda Barras

      Usually it’s me initiating but last time it was my Endo offering Ozempic. Only stayed on it 2 months due to intestinal destress and lack of weight lost.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    5. Jane Cerullo

      Endo was very against me going back to MDI. Thought would raise my A1c. I’m doing very well on shots. I find it easier especially traveling. When I decide to go back to a pump, I will investigate and suggest what pump I would like and we will discuss. My Endo knows I stay on top of things and listens to my opinion.

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    6. TEH

      I told my PA I wanted to change from Minimed to Tslim X2. We also discussed Omnipod but that was not an option because Medicare does not cover it because it is covered under prescription drug plan. My plan did not cover it so it was off the table.

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    7. Joan Benedetto

      We enjoyed a very collaborative relationship with our son’s first Endo. As of last May, we have a new Endo as in brand new out of school. In two weeks, we plan on requesting a script for the ILet. We’ll see how that goes.

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    8. Jen Farley

      I have sometimes changed doctors who do not stay up to date on the latest technology. When I wanted to use a pump for the first time I had to find a new endocrinologist. Then there was a time a pump was not working for me, that was the only pump that endocrinologist would fill out paper work for, so I changed endocrinologists again and paid for the new one out of pocket. I take my health care very serious, after 2 car accidents and being told there was a variance range of 70 on glucose readings from the CGM and actual readings I am not very trusting. That pump has been recalled and the CGM is no longer in use.

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    9. cynthia jaworski

      I was recently asked by the dr if I would be interested in trying inhaled insulin. When I learned the smallest dose was 2 units, I declined.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
      1. ChrisW

        2 units of Alfrezza does not equal 2 units of Lyumjev or Novolog. Talk to your doctor again.

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
    10. Marty

      I’m a bit of a technology freak so I tend to start scheming to upgrade my diabetes technology as soon as I see something intriguing on the horizon. On the other hand, I don’t like to add medications unless I’m convinced that the benefits strongly outweigh the drawbacks. I started taking Crestor only after several discussions with my endo about my cholesterol levels and cardiovascular risks associated with diabetes.

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    11. AnitaS

      I recently switched from Humalog to Lyumjev at the suggestion of my endocrinology caretaker. She gave me a sample bottle and told me to respond back to her if I would like to change to Lyumjev or to stay with Humalog. I switched to Lyumjev as my Time-In-Range was slightly higher with Lyumjev.

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      1. Kathy Hanavan

        Do you use it in a pump? I tried it for the quicker action, but I got really red insertion sites after about 24 hours, so went back to Humalog. I use Lyumjev pen to bring down a high and it does not burn.

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    12. Kristine Warmecke

      My endocrinologist suggested switching to Dexcom 4 from Medtronic, it took a lot of convincing because of my experience with Medtronic, I asked about switching to Tandem pump because I was done with unknown blouse of Medtronic much, much happier now. No accidental bolus have happened since then. I am interested in learning more about the new Omnipod system.

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    13. Jim Andrews

      When I went on Medicare my doctor (internal medicine, not an endo) filled out the paperwork for the same Medtronic pump I’d been on for 12 years. After researching other pumps I had him rewrite the order for a T:slim X2.

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    14. George Lovelace

      T1 almost 60 years and my Endos have worked with me to get me up and running on Pumps for 25 years and now on to the Tandem w/CIQ which is like the CURE promissed so many years ago. With her help my A1c is Always in Control and getting Zero Hypos

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    15. Steven Gill

      I purposely looked for a local doctor, initially he suggested sending me to a local clinic although I told him I’d be happy to work with him. Twice he’s upgraded my pump system, and he’s added metformin to my care. I bring up ideas, we discuss the “rest” of my needs, and he gets all my literature.

      I’m my own “amateur endocrinologist,” by research and learning. After 4 doctors I’m not comfortable with I’m happy with my care now.

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    16. Louise Robinson

      I asked my new endo about using steel cannula infusion sets because, for the past 4 years, I’d been experiencing deteriorating glucose values into day 3 of my 9mm plastic cannula sets. (Type 1 since 1976 and insulin pumper since 2011.) I had changed endo back in January 2022 because my former endo of 13 years had been unable to obtain Medicare approval for more frequent site changes. (Medicare norm is site change every 3 days.) My new endo did get that approval to change sites every 2.5 days but with the plastic cannulas I continued to have absorption issues into Day 3 AND Medicare would revert to the every 3-day site change parameter after 9 to 12 months. When this happened, it would take several months to get the approval for more frequent site changes. I have been using the Tandem Tru-steel 6mm cannula sets now for 3 months and find my insulin absorption to be much better.

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      1. Louise Robinson

        I forgot to add that I DO need to change the Trusteel site every 2 to 2.5 days.

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    17. Janis Senungetuk

      Usually, I’ve initiated the subject. In the past my endo has been willing to actually discuss the pros / cons and her thoughts or to do research for more information. Now she’s so overloaded with patients she has very little time to even discuss my lab results and no time for two-way discussions. If I use MyChart to ask her a question I’m now charged for an appointment. Not sure how much longer I’ll be able to see her.

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    18. pru barry

      Switched a long time ago to Tandem/Dexcom from Minimed because of improved and more automated control, and haven’t looked back. Still wishing for a cure, but know it’s not going to happen for dinosaurs like me. I’ll just be glad when young people will will one day experience that magic word: cure.
      It’s too easy to sit around and complain, but it’s high time for a cure, and way past time having us depend on treatment that is pretty much a money maker for big Pharma when it seems as if there’s a cure waiting in the wings. Filling up landfills with used pump supplies, etc., makes our society look nothing but incompetent and greedy.
      Sorry to rant…….

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    19. Jeff Balbirnie

      They do too often. Why I ask? Well because it will help long term…. oh how do you know that it will help? It’s a brand new medication, never been used by the D community, except for the shortest term study mandated in order to get it to market, and sell. Long term has never been achieved… its NEW. Let’s revisit/wait a couple years… if its MAGIC medicine, sure I’ll try it. But unless it’s got magic properties, guarantees magic results why would I want it, until it’s been used for a decent while??? Oh well… yeah, guess that does makes sense….

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    20. Joindy23

      I wish my Endo was more knowledge/experienced, but since moving to a rural area there is a severe shortage of Endos so I’m forced to make do.

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    21. Becky Lamont

      My doctor and I were discussing my diabetes regimen & an insulin pump came up but I cannot afford it.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply

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