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Insulin Pumps

My granddaughter’s infusion sets are not adhering well on her stomach. When in her thigh, she has higher blood sugars. Where else can she place her sites? Could she use an angled set in her thigh rather than the straight set she now uses?

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What can you tell me about the Cumberland Hospital for Children and Adolescents? Has anyone reported problems with the MiniMed 715 not recording all boluses and fingersticks?

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What should I do with my pump during sexual intercourse? For me, wearing it is not an option.

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My daughter’s Insets come off easily. Is there a way to get them to adhere better? Are there certain infusion sets that are more often used by kids? Is there anything other than lidocaine to numb her site area?

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I’ve heard that a doctor did a study and concluded that pumps are not the best for teens. How true is this? I’m concerned because my teen son uses a pump.

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Our grandson’s infusion set has come out several times. Is there some type of band or sleeve he can use to prevent this?

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For my son’s Omnipod, what duration of insulin action (DIA) do you recommend?

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My daughter has developed hives at her pump sites. Neither the allergist nor the endocrinologist has any advice. What do you suggest?

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What is the consensus for pump use in children?

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My wife has type 1 diabetes and uses an insulin pump, but she is not checking her blood sugar and refuses to watch her diet. She is very moody and sometimes seems depressed. How can I help her take better care of herself?

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