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Insulin Pumps

I am 31 years old, extremely obese, and I have type 1 diabetes. I asked my previous endocrinologist about the pump and his reply was that I am too fat. I’ve recently found a new endocrinologist, and I asked him about the pump. He did explain that weight gain is one of the major concerns with use. Can a pump actually aid in weight loss if used properly?

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My son was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 10. He is now 14 years old and has never had regulated sugar levels. We have the pump but his doctor refuses to put him on it until he becomes regulated. I have always been under the understanding that this is a reason to go on the pump. What if we just went ahead and did it?

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Our daughter has been on the insulin pump for two months. Periodically she has an “unexplained” high not caused by food. Any ideas about the cause?

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I am a young adult type 1 on a pump. I will be doing a lot of outdoor/beach activities while on vacation for a week. What is recommended for pump users who have extended exposure to heat?

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My daughter’s infusion set pulls out every time it gets the slightest bit wet. When she showers, we cover the site with plastic wrap and waterproof tape. but it still manages to get a little wet and pulls out. With swimming season here, we are going crazy trying to figure out a way to stop this. Do you have any suggestions?

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A year ago, my now 11 year old and my eight year old were diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, three months apart, and they are currently on a Lantus with Humalog regimen, but we are researching switching to pump therapy. Should we get the pump for both our children at the same time? Should we keep the younger one’s regimen as is until he is more independent?

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I am 14 years of age, I have type 1 diabetes, and I am currently using pen injections, but a pump looks more comfortable and more convenient. Is it available in the UK? If it isn’t, could you please tell me how else I could get this and how much it would cost in pounds, preferably. Would it be worthwhile for me to get this or would sticking to a pen injection be a safer option?

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My seven year old daughter, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes eight months ago, started using an insulin pump two months ago. Her blood glucose readings fluctuated and basal studies could not be continued past three hours because the readings either went too high or low. Is there any other reason that would cause her basal insulin requirement to change so much?

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I am 21 years old, I have type 1 diabetes, and I have trouble controlling my blood sugar levels, having twice been admitted to ICU for ketoacidosis. I have a good diet and all the rest but need help. Could a pump help to regulate my blood sugar levels better?

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My son is a college student. Two years ago, as a high school senior, we tried him on Lantus and Humalog. He developed a very low heart rate and very low blood pressure. After many tests we finally insisted it was the insulin and put him back on regular and NPH. He got better. He wishes for a more flexible mix.

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