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Insulin Pumps

Will the Louisiana Medicaid Program cover an insulin pump? Where do I get pump stickers and covers?

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Are there any studies that look at pumping versus multiple daily injections for overall control?

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In the last two weeks, my son has had two site infections. I use alcohol on his skin before inserting the infusion set, which we change every three days. How can we prevent infections?

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Do you know anyone using the T-slim pump and do they like it? Since our endocrinologist is not pump savvy, should I look for one who also as an educator and nurse?

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My nine and half year old son has had diabetes for three years. He is interested in the pump but his doctor does not put kids younger than 11 years old on the pump. Should I fight for him getting a pump?

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My daughter who is 5 years old was diagnosed 7 months ago with type 1. I was wondering when do children with diabetes get to start using the insulin pump? I thought it was just for adults but I guess I was wrong.

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I have been on an insulin pump for five months, and even though my blood sugars have improved, I continue to gain one to three pounds per week (40 pounds total). I think if I weren’t doing my part (overeating, not exercising etc.), then it would be my fault, but I am so aware of every thing I do, and I am more depressed than ever before!

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I am female and trying desperately to locate websites that have special clothing to hold insulin pumps.

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My six year old son has type 1 diabetes, and I want to put him on an insulin pump, but his doctor is not really happy about them. He now goes to the Barbara Davis Center to be treated. and I want to find another doctor for him, but I can’t locate another pediatric endocrinologist. in the Denver area.

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My 13 year old step-daughter has been on a pump for about six months. Since she was trained to use the pump, she eats just like my seven year old daughter (who does not have diabetes). Is it true that with the pump you have the freedom to eat like someone without diabetes?

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