I started writing a blogpost today comparing my experiences with Tandem’s Basal IQ and Control IQ. But somehow it morphed into mental health and diabetes distress. Somehow it always does…
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Reports like yours make me think that I’d be frustrated with the current Tandem technology. If I wasn’t using a DIY system, I’d likely choose Control IQ. Its use of the Dexcom G6 is a strong feature.
I’d probably also be using the sleep settings and making other choices to make the system do what I would want it to do, like setting a body weight parameter way over my actual weight.
In the end, I agree with you that its really about the long game and good mental health. When your blood sugar is optimal without using herculean efforts, it enables a better attitude. I think good blood sugar management and optimal mental health are firmly entwined. It’s hard to enjoy one without the other.
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The best thing about Control IQ is overnight BS control and well worth the upgrade. During the day I’m a little indifferent, but I do appreciate the assistance while I’m working and can’t obsess about my BS. Pushing me in the correct direction is helpful.
Is it perfect, no, but it is a first generation automated commercial pump.
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I like the fact that if I ignore it, it will eventually get around to fixing high or low sugars.
Especially at night.
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