Well said Nicole. Great message, late or not. The words still ring true all the same.
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May 22nd, 2008
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Scott Marvel
Scott paves his way in the world, residing in sunny San Diego, Ca. Wrapped up in life filled with college, hockey, the outdoors, family, friends, and staying healthy. His diagnosis of type 1 diabetes came on March 12, 2004.
Before that first unnerving week in the hospital, he never saw diabetes coming. He aimed to absorb everything there was to learn about this new part of life and take the challenge on head first. Always actively learning and educating in hopes of shining a positive light where it sometimes does not appear.
While easygoing in daily life, he is a perfectionist at heart. Scott takes control of his life by managing his diagnosis and promising to align his future towards success. Trying to offer relatable words, his online blog StickIt forges ahead too. Diabetes be damned, Scott is aiming high. Self-assured that it will not inhibit his goals, and to this day, he has never looked back.
Scott paves his way in the world, residing in sunny San Diego, Ca. Wrapped up in life filled with college, hockey, the outdoors, family, friends, and staying healthy. His diagnosis of type 1 diabetes came on March 12, 2004.
Before that first unnerving week in the hospital, he never saw diabetes coming. He aimed to absorb everything there was to learn about this new part of life and take the challenge on head first. Always actively learning and educating in hopes of shining a positive light where it sometimes does not appear.
While easygoing in daily life, he is a perfectionist at heart. Scott takes control of his life by managing his diagnosis and promising to align his future towards success. Trying to offer relatable words, his online blog StickIt forges ahead too. Diabetes be damned, Scott is aiming high. Self-assured that it will not inhibit his goals, and to this day, he has never looked back.
On Post: I Wish I Was Low
On April 22nd, 2008 at 5:39 EDT Scott Marvel said:
How about a Ron Paul house of horrors... now that I could envision at a polling place amusement park.
Great story Carey, that whole death question would be difficult to answer. "We wouldn't let that happen" sounds like a good answer to me.
On Post: The Three Day Itch
On April 15th, 2008 at 12:18 EDT Scott Marvel said:
Thank goodness we can afford the luxury of options. Someone recently said about diabetics, "we are like snowflakes", and it couldn't be more true. Each person has slightly different needs/techniques/principles for managing the disease. Finding what works best individually, before a commitment is made, is essential for optimal results.
On Post: The Three Day Itch
On April 15th, 2008 at 12:14 EDT Scott Marvel said:
Congrats on your improved A1c!
The skin irritation you have sounds unpleasant indeed and much worse than mine. More options for adhesives and cannula length/insertion angles would make the OmniPod that much more user friendly. As a first generation pump, there is definitely room for imrpovement. Hopefully the future holds more options for OmniPod pumpers and offers you relief from skin irritation!
On Post: The Three Day Itch
On April 15th, 2008 at 12:07 EDT Scott Marvel said:
Pumping is a commitment, no doubt about that. And the whole insurance labyrinth brings even one more element into the game. Age plays a part in this decision as much as any other factor. Even though the wireless feature of the OmniPod is very attractive, if it is likely that the PDM will be lost or misplaced, it may not be the way to go.
Best of luck with your decision. Kuddos for looking at pumping from all the angles. Whatever route you go, the extra time spent discussing it will pay off and you can be confident you made the right decision, as I am.
On Post: The Three Day Itch
On April 14th, 2008 at 11:58 EDT Scott Marvel said:
There is so much to be said about the OmniPod and pumping in general. A book could be written... and so many have. Regardless of which pump company you choose, there is likely to be good and bad in them all.
Overall, I know I made the right decision for me. The auto insertion of the cannula is amazingly pain free. Once it is in, it cannot be felt at all. At only 6.5 mm under the skin, it is more likely to pull out accidentally than be felt moving around.
Take your pumping experience one day at a time and pop back here to see my experiences or ask any questions you'd like. Thanks for stopping by!
On Post: A Steady Stream
On March 26th, 2008 at 9:24 EDT Scott Marvel said:
Welcome to the world of pumping! No doubt, this OmniPod addition to my routine has limited hypoglycemia quite a bit for me and I sure hope it does for you too. It is deninitely a commitment(mostly in the beginning) to get all the features dialed in. There is a lot more blood testing required up front, and open communication with the health pros.
I sympathize with your nervousness around this new technology, you have my warmest thoughts being sent towards your success!
On Post: Insulin Graveyard
On January 29th, 2008 at 4:15 EST Scott Marvel said:
I feel where your coming from.
When I was using the pens full time I was always dismayed when one unit wouldn't clear the needle before an injection.
I would also use each pen to the last drop, even if that meant double dosing from two pens to cover a meal.
On Post: One, Two, Pod— Begin To Pump
On January 29th, 2008 at 4:09 EST Scott Marvel said:
Corey, I will be posting my insurance experience when I get a little more info dealing with them... stay tuned
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Andy Bell has lived with diabetes since the age of 14. He controls his type 1 diabetes by taking multiple daily injections. Andy is 27 years old now and despite his diabetes, still maintains a very active lifestyle. Andy works for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) in the National Outreach Department.(Read More)
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Well said Lindsey.