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Insulin Pumps

A young dietitian told my teen son that he can eat whatever he wants because he’s on a pump. Does a pump actually give a type 1 diabetic this much freedom?

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During a roller coaster ride, my teen son’s Revel pump delivered a maximum bolus dose causing a hypoglycemic seizure. How are the safety features of the Animas Ping and the t:slim?

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I have used an insulin pump for three years. I have developed extreme lipoatrophy/dystrophy in my thighs, even though I rotate sites religiously. What is causing this?

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I was recently made aware of a middle-aged male diabetic who is currently testing a type of implantable pump. Are you aware of this? What more can you tell me?

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I am a 47 year old male who has had type 1 diabetes for 22 years and wears a pump. I am doing well with control except during my exercise times. My blood sugar tests in the 40s or 50s mg/dl [2.2 or 2.8 mmol/L] after the exercise and then will often rise without additional food. How can I level out these lows and prevent the highs following exercise?

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What are the main problems with catheter insertion devices?

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My daughter has had type 1diabetes since age two and is now on an insulin pump (and we love it), but, as summer is here and she is playing soccer (and will not be held back), we have had some tape issues. Our pediatric endocrinologist mentioned an IV prep pad used by hospitals for overly sweaty patients, called All Care. Do you have any idea as to a possible source?

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Are implantable insulin pumps currently being used outside the United States (Europe)? If so, with what degree of success?

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My 14 daughter has been on a insulin pump, and her doctor is concerned that her basal rates are too high relative to the amount she is bolusing for each meal. Overall her control is quite good. However, she is frequently hungry and not thin despite the fact she watches what she eats and exercises. Is there a problem with having relatively high basal rates? Do people with higher basal rates tend to gain and retain weight? What do you recommend?

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My child, almost 6 years old, has recently been approved by her endocrinologist to receive an insulin pump. We are very excited about this and are trying to educate ourselves as much as possible. Any ideas where we can look for more information?

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