new to pumping: discoloration around infusion site?
I just started using my animas ping insulin pump on monday and today I noticed this discoloration. I'm not talking about the pale mark where the adhesive of the infusion site is at, that is from tanning during the week before I changed the infusion site to it's current position. It's not so much noticeable in the picture but in real life it looks like a bruise, but it doesn't hurt or anything. It is purpley gray. I don't think it is from tanning because I haven't been back since I changed my infusion set yet the discoloration is showing there anyway (smaller circle). Has anyone experienced this?
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Permalink Reply by Mocha on -
It could very well be a bruise. Sometimes bruises don't really hurt, and all it takes is nicking something to get one. If you notice any swelling, it becomes warm to the touch, or the discolored area grows in size, then I'd ask your doctor. Bruises do sometimes move with gravity, so don't panic if it slowly moves.
Hope it goes away quickly!
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Permalink Reply by sarasugar on -
It doesn't hurt, but maybe it's under the skin? It's so big to be a bruise! I am keeping an eye on it and my animas rep is still in the area so maybe I will see her Monday.
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Permalink Reply by Mocha on
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It is kinda big, but bruises can be like that. I had one on my like that was the size of my palm from an infusion site.
Hopefully your rep can give you more insight and it ends up just being a bruise that looks way scarier than it is.
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Permalink Reply by Zoe on -
That is a very large darkened spot. I would run it past your doctor. Your animas rep isn't a doctor, though she might have heard of such things before. It may just be a bruise, but better safe.
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Permalink Reply by Brian Wittman on -
Hi Sara
This happens from time to time. Sometimes, if the infusion set is disturbed in its place by bumping it or rubbing it on something, it can cause a bruise, much as a need will cause a bruise when disturbed while injecting. It will go away. It would be good to stay away from that area with your infusion sets until it does. If, when the infusion set is removed, there is a slight bleeding from the canula hole, I usually put a dab of Neosporin on the site to prevent infection and speed heeling.
Cool Pink infusion sets, not the boring gray ones I use. Your pump looks good on you!
Be well.
Brian Wittman
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