Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Hi : The strip will stop accepting blood when the recepticle is full. No need to worry. This is true for every talking meter I know of today. Chris > Can you get a reading if you have too much blood? I understand that it won't work if you don't have enough, but what happens if you have too much? As you can tell I've not learned to do this yet? I'm still waiting to get my machine. Then I go to a private counseling session next Friday. > > > " " If you want to make enemies, try to change something " " -Woodrow > tracyduffy@... > (that's also my messenger contact) > Skype: trace.type.girl > twitter.com/todayinbraille > > > Introduction > > Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My > diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came > along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day > ever since. > My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger > stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime > scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is > much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Hi Tracey I have been useing the voice Prodegy, and till now I have had no problems. I just keep adding blood until I hear " now testing " and so far it's been fine. My A1C's have been great, actually right now I am at 5.6, where just a few weeks ago I was at a 5.9,. The doctor tested my A1c with several meters two weeks ago " accu check, one touch, Solo, and it all came out to the same numbers. Think what I'm saying is that everyone is diffferent, when dealing with the diabeties, and I want to tell you, that you do what makes you feel comfortable, and at the end, getting checked, is better, than not being checked at all. blessings Sugar 'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not keep you ~Sugar Introduction Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day ever since. My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Hi Tracey I have been useing the voice Prodegy, and till now I have had no problems. I just keep adding blood until I hear " now testing " and so far it's been fine. My A1C's have been great, actually right now I am at 5.6, where just a few weeks ago I was at a 5.9,. The doctor tested my A1c with several meters two weeks ago " accu check, one touch, Solo, and it all came out to the same numbers. Think what I'm saying is that everyone is diffferent, when dealing with the diabeties, and I want to tell you, that you do what makes you feel comfortable, and at the end, getting checked, is better, than not being checked at all. blessings Sugar 'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not keep you ~Sugar Introduction Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day ever since. My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Well that's good to know, although I suspect I'll have more of the opposite problem. I usually don't bleed easily and they even have a hard time when they draw blood or run I.V. on me. Ah well, I'll learn to cope. " " If you want to make enemies, try to change something " " -Woodrow tracyduffy@... (that's also my messenger contact) Skype: trace.type.girl twitter.com/todayinbraille Introduction > > Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My > diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came > along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day > ever since. > My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger > stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime > scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is > much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Well that's good to know, although I suspect I'll have more of the opposite problem. I usually don't bleed easily and they even have a hard time when they draw blood or run I.V. on me. Ah well, I'll learn to cope. " " If you want to make enemies, try to change something " " -Woodrow tracyduffy@... (that's also my messenger contact) Skype: trace.type.girl twitter.com/todayinbraille Introduction > > Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My > diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came > along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day > ever since. > My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger > stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime > scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is > much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 What I find works is, I touch the area of my finger that I have pricked to the tip of the strip, and if it doesn't beep immediately, I move my finger a little. If after moving it around with no response from the meter, I wipe off my finger, and squeeze it again. I repeat the above. If it takes too long for it to beep, I will either pull the strip out to cancel it, or listen to the number and make an assessment based on several factors. With me, and where many of us could be, is that I am very consistent with my readings. I try to maintain consistency, and if I have a reading where I'm a little unsure, and the number is way out of wack, I can be pretty confident that the reading is incorrect. If you have too much blood, as Sharon so vividly described, you won't get that bubble that is so desirable. If you feel the tissue and discover lots of blood, wipe off your finger and then squeeze it again. Hold your finger as low as you can, with the blood dripping onto a tissue. Then, keeping your finger down, get it to the tip of the strip. Again, practice will help this exercise to get easier and more reliable. Dave Visit: http://www.bardtalk.com and find answers to commonly asked questions concerning BARD. Join the online discussion list, and discover many other resources to help make your digital talking book experience more enjoyable! Introduction Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day ever since. My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 What I find works is, I touch the area of my finger that I have pricked to the tip of the strip, and if it doesn't beep immediately, I move my finger a little. If after moving it around with no response from the meter, I wipe off my finger, and squeeze it again. I repeat the above. If it takes too long for it to beep, I will either pull the strip out to cancel it, or listen to the number and make an assessment based on several factors. With me, and where many of us could be, is that I am very consistent with my readings. I try to maintain consistency, and if I have a reading where I'm a little unsure, and the number is way out of wack, I can be pretty confident that the reading is incorrect. If you have too much blood, as Sharon so vividly described, you won't get that bubble that is so desirable. If you feel the tissue and discover lots of blood, wipe off your finger and then squeeze it again. Hold your finger as low as you can, with the blood dripping onto a tissue. Then, keeping your finger down, get it to the tip of the strip. Again, practice will help this exercise to get easier and more reliable. Dave Visit: http://www.bardtalk.com and find answers to commonly asked questions concerning BARD. Join the online discussion list, and discover many other resources to help make your digital talking book experience more enjoyable! Introduction Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day ever since. My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Hi . I am Ted . I am in Calgary AB, Canada, but originally from Spartanburg, Sc. I am also newly diagnosed, and have had to learn this trick myself. I have found that making sure my hands are warm and then squeezing the finger I am going to use both before and after sticking it helps a lot. I am now getting to where I can get almost consistent readings that I trust. Good luck, and with good advice and practice, it will get easier. From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Sent: May 14, 2010 6:36 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Re: Introduction Well that's good to know, although I suspect I'll have more of the opposite problem. I usually don't bleed easily and they even have a hard time when they draw blood or run I.V. on me. Ah well, I'll learn to cope. " " If you want to make enemies, try to change something " " -Woodrow tracyduffy@... <mailto:tracyduffy%40nc.rr.com> (that's also my messenger contact) Skype: trace.type.girl twitter.com/todayinbraille Introduction > > Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My > diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came > along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day > ever since. > My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger > stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime > scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is > much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Hi . I am Ted . I am in Calgary AB, Canada, but originally from Spartanburg, Sc. I am also newly diagnosed, and have had to learn this trick myself. I have found that making sure my hands are warm and then squeezing the finger I am going to use both before and after sticking it helps a lot. I am now getting to where I can get almost consistent readings that I trust. Good luck, and with good advice and practice, it will get easier. From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of Sent: May 14, 2010 6:36 PM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Re: Introduction Well that's good to know, although I suspect I'll have more of the opposite problem. I usually don't bleed easily and they even have a hard time when they draw blood or run I.V. on me. Ah well, I'll learn to cope. " " If you want to make enemies, try to change something " " -Woodrow tracyduffy@... <mailto:tracyduffy%40nc.rr.com> (that's also my messenger contact) Skype: trace.type.girl twitter.com/todayinbraille Introduction > > Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My > diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came > along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day > ever since. > My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger > stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime > scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is > much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Not sure if anyone answered you on this one . The problem with too much blood is that it tends to run and not bead. You're better off with a bleeder, as you can wipe it and after a short amount of time, the blood will want to coagulate which will allow for more of a bead to form. Dave Visit: http://www.bardtalk.com and find answers to commonly asked questions concerning BARD. Join the online discussion list, and discover many other resources to help make your digital talking book experience more enjoyable! Introduction Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day ever since. My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Not sure if anyone answered you on this one . The problem with too much blood is that it tends to run and not bead. You're better off with a bleeder, as you can wipe it and after a short amount of time, the blood will want to coagulate which will allow for more of a bead to form. Dave Visit: http://www.bardtalk.com and find answers to commonly asked questions concerning BARD. Join the online discussion list, and discover many other resources to help make your digital talking book experience more enjoyable! Introduction Hi. My name is Sharon Fridley, and I am a congenitally blind type 2 diabetic. My diabetes was initially diagnosed in 1998, but I didn't test much until the Prodigy meter came along. I obtained one in November of 2009, and have been testing twice each day ever since. My greatest problem with testing is knowing whether or not I have blood after a finger stick. Sometimes I have none at all, and at other times, I have enough for an FBI crime scene investigation, but the bubble is " flattened out. " I am sure that there is much collective wisdom in this group, which is why I joined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Hi Peggy, I've already welcomed you off list, but again, welcome! If my math skills are still operating correctly, you must be one of our more senior members. Congratulations! I for one am impressed when some of the folks of your generation show that they can join in and participate with all this computer and email technology. Many people younger than you choose not to keep up with the technology, and it's their loss. Dave did you receive your NLS player yet? Expecting one soon? Join the BARD Talk support list by sending a blank email to: bardtalk-subscribe Visit: http://www.bardtalk.com and find answers to commonly asked questions concerning BARD. Read the FAQ at: http://www.bardtalk.com/faq.php Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Hi Peggy, I've already welcomed you off list, but again, welcome! If my math skills are still operating correctly, you must be one of our more senior members. Congratulations! I for one am impressed when some of the folks of your generation show that they can join in and participate with all this computer and email technology. Many people younger than you choose not to keep up with the technology, and it's their loss. Dave did you receive your NLS player yet? Expecting one soon? Join the BARD Talk support list by sending a blank email to: bardtalk-subscribe Visit: http://www.bardtalk.com and find answers to commonly asked questions concerning BARD. Read the FAQ at: http://www.bardtalk.com/faq.php Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Hi Peggy, I've already welcomed you off list, but again, welcome! If my math skills are still operating correctly, you must be one of our more senior members. Congratulations! I for one am impressed when some of the folks of your generation show that they can join in and participate with all this computer and email technology. Many people younger than you choose not to keep up with the technology, and it's their loss. Dave did you receive your NLS player yet? Expecting one soon? Join the BARD Talk support list by sending a blank email to: bardtalk-subscribe Visit: http://www.bardtalk.com and find answers to commonly asked questions concerning BARD. Read the FAQ at: http://www.bardtalk.com/faq.php Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Welcome to the list, Peggy. I'm Becky from Ohio. I was diagnosed with type 2 in 2001. Unfortunately I got stubborn and went through a denial phase a couple years ago and just got back on my medications recently and have seen a drop in my A1C from 11.2 to 7.7 in the last three months. I know that by the time I have my A1C tested again, it will be around 6.0 or lower...hopefully. Again, welcome to the list. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of pshoel@... Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 1:48 AM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Welcome to the list, Peggy. I'm Becky from Ohio. I was diagnosed with type 2 in 2001. Unfortunately I got stubborn and went through a denial phase a couple years ago and just got back on my medications recently and have seen a drop in my A1C from 11.2 to 7.7 in the last three months. I know that by the time I have my A1C tested again, it will be around 6.0 or lower...hopefully. Again, welcome to the list. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of pshoel@... Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 1:48 AM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Welcome to the list, Peggy. I'm Becky from Ohio. I was diagnosed with type 2 in 2001. Unfortunately I got stubborn and went through a denial phase a couple years ago and just got back on my medications recently and have seen a drop in my A1C from 11.2 to 7.7 in the last three months. I know that by the time I have my A1C tested again, it will be around 6.0 or lower...hopefully. Again, welcome to the list. Becky _____ From: blind-diabetics [mailto:blind-diabetics ] On Behalf Of pshoel@... Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 1:48 AM To: blind-diabetics Subject: Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Welcome to the list Peggy. Glad to have you here. Sharon Schauer Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Welcome to the list Peggy. Glad to have you here. Sharon Schauer Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2010 Report Share Posted June 29, 2010 Welcome to the list Peggy. Glad to have you here. Sharon Schauer Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2010 Report Share Posted June 30, 2010 HELLO and WELCOME TO the list, PEGGY. MY name is Terrie and i was DIAGNOSED in 2008 AROUND HALLOWEEN. OH, well, that is HOW the ball BOUNCED. LOTS TO learn, and I still get CONFUSED FROM time TO time. I read, listen and learn. Terrie with SEE DOG Bunny and black cat Jade. Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2010 Report Share Posted June 30, 2010 HELLO and WELCOME TO the list, PEGGY. MY name is Terrie and i was DIAGNOSED in 2008 AROUND HALLOWEEN. OH, well, that is HOW the ball BOUNCED. LOTS TO learn, and I still get CONFUSED FROM time TO time. I read, listen and learn. Terrie with SEE DOG Bunny and black cat Jade. Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2010 Report Share Posted June 30, 2010 HELLO and WELCOME TO the list, PEGGY. MY name is Terrie and i was DIAGNOSED in 2008 AROUND HALLOWEEN. OH, well, that is HOW the ball BOUNCED. LOTS TO learn, and I still get CONFUSED FROM time TO time. I read, listen and learn. Terrie with SEE DOG Bunny and black cat Jade. Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 6, 2010 Report Share Posted July 6, 2010 Hello Peg This Pat Wolf. I think I met you before. Weren't you ar friend of Sharon from Seattle? I have bee on thi list quite a long time from S. CA. I have been type 1 since 1944. Glad to hhear from you again. Introduction Hello, My name is Peggy Shoel. Moved from LA to Seattle in 1965. Diagnosed with Diabetes in 1973 at 40 years of age. Poor management resulted in Diabetic Retinopathy (1979). For the last 20 years have maintained very good control with A1Cs ranging from 5.8 to 7.0. I use insulin and metphorman and am fortunate to have switched to a new endo 20 )years ago who heads the diabetes program at the University of Washington Medical Center and who himself has diabetes. I'm so pleased to be a part of your group. I chair a Diabetes support group for the Washington Council for the Blind (ACB state affiliate) and will share your good information with my group. Sincerely, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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