"I thought the same thing when I got mine... The bag was so tight I thought I would break the zipper... And nothing went in and out well at all.
Now 3mos later, it is awesome and I love it. It took over a month to "break it in" though, but…"
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Infusion site change days - BG higher than normal
Started this discussion. Last reply by LauraS Mar 18. 34 Replies 0 Likes
Hi everyone. I have searched a bit on this topic but haven't turned up much yet. I am new to having a pump and have been on it about three months and so far am loving every bit of it!That is, with…Continue
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Matt7571 replied to Geoffrey Steinman's discussion 'Contour NEXT USB (Link Meter) pouch' in the group Minimed Paradigm Insulin Pump UsersMatt7571 replied to Beth R.'s discussion 'High to low at night'"I agree as well, but at night, all that is occurring is basal rates, no bolus, therefore isf and bolus changes won't help... But basal changes will impact your bolus rates as well... They all go together but under true fasting through the…"
Matt7571 replied to Beth R.'s discussion 'High to low at night'"This is one of the benefits of being on a pump... Your daughters basal rates really need to be varied for the different times of the night.. So that she is getting more basal when her body needs it, and less when it doesn't.
I'm assuming…"
Matt7571 replied to karah's discussion 'New to Insulin Pump'"A few thoughts... As was recommended below, I too would suggest the pumping insulin book by Walsh... It is very good!
Second, if you got on or are getting a medtronic pump, I would recommend watching their online training videos. They have several…"
Matt7571 replied to sarah's discussion 'Looking for Onetouch Ultralink'"Try eBay...
I just searched onetouch ultralink and found one for sale just now.
Good luck"
LauraS replied to Matt7571's discussion 'Infusion site change days - BG higher than normal'"Thanks, I see my endo next month and will him to rewrite my script and explain why, appreciate all the info and yes, I wish we ran the insurance agencies, we overpay and still get the shaft"
shoshana27 replied to Matt7571's discussion 'Infusion site change days - BG higher than normal'"what does insurance know about diabetes? do they live with it? NO......."
still_young_at_heart replied to Matt7571's discussion 'Infusion site change days - BG higher than normal'"Hi Laura - I know BCBS varies by state and plan but I have a BCBS plan. My endo set my prescription as every 2-3 days and I can get an extra box of sets now and then. I think this is a case where your doc has to rewrite the prescription or protest…"
LauraS replied to Matt7571's discussion 'Infusion site change days - BG higher than normal'"many good ideas, I too give more than the recommended amount to fill the cannula and often do a temporary basal rate (higher) for an hour or two right after a change and that also helps to level things off. After all these years,I don't think…"
shoshana27 replied to Matt7571's discussion 'Infusion site change days - BG higher than normal'"when i do a site change & or disconnect from the pump i replace what i missed while off the pump."
"Thanks Matt. I start on a pump for the first time on the 26 of this month. I've held off being put on a pump for the longest time. I know I'm doing the right thing...just dont like the idea of being "attached" to an object and…"
"My two cents worth. First am glad to hear that tubed folks are having the same issuses as the pod folks as the omni pod discussions have touched on the same problems. I for one have found that a two unit bolus before removal works best with an…"
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You're a FEATURED MEMBER!!! BRAVO Matt!!!
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- At 3:09pm on November 4, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Matt....
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
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