Q: i would like some information about insulin pumps..?

Helpful: Insulin pumps are most helpful in type1 diabetics who eat frequently throughout the day, have tendency towards high sugars in the morning due to "dawn phenomenon", and/or are unable to achieve good control despite multiple injections of Insulin daily. The pump provides a "basal" rate of Insulin that can be adjusted throughout the day. You still need to tell it when you eat and how much Insulin to do.

Q: is an omnipod insulin delivery system better than other insulin pumps?

Insulin pump: It is a good insulin pump, and many users like it. However, an insulin pump often does not solve your blood sugar issues. It requires a lot of care, and you still need to check your glu many times per day. If you are thinking about a pump, you should be talking to an endocrinologist who uses a lot of pumps and who can guide you through this.

Q: omnipod insulin delivery system versus other insulin pumps, what's the difference?

Patch pump: Hi. Omnipod is a "patch pump", meaning the pump attaches directly to your skin every 3 days, and there is no tubing attaching the pump to the infusion site like there is in traditional insulin pumps. There are plusses and minuses to both types of pumps, and neither type does anything for control you can't do with multiple daily injections using analog basal and bolus insulins. CGM is more vital.

Q: how does a insulin pump work?

Programmed insulin: When you have calculated how much Insulin you need - this is a separate problem - you program the pump using a set of buttons on the front. You can priogram it for a continuous, or basal insulin, and/or bolus insulin, which are quick boosts given at pre-arranged times.

Q: what is a remote insulin pump?

Not sure: 2 possibilities come to mind. The 1st is omnipod, an Insulin pump with no tubes. The "pod" that sits on the skin contains a 3-day supply of Insulin and has a catheter to deliver it just under the skin. It's controlled by a handheld gadget that is not connected to the pod. The 2nd possibility is the recently approved glucose monitor, to allow parents to monitor a child's sugar from another room.

Q: when is an insulin pump required?

Seldom: Required? Can't think of any situation where a pump is required. A pump may help someone achieve tighter glucose control, including pregnant women, people who need very small doses, people whose activities and schedule changes day-to-day, or people whose basal Insulin requirement varies through the day. Willingness to learn carb counting and to check frequently are key to getting better results.

Q: where can i find an insulin pump?

Insulin pump: Most Primary Care doctors and Endocrinologists get visits from Pharmaceutical company reps and they often leave "pumps" to show to you. Every one will tell you which one is better than the others, but that is your choice. All pumps are excellent and they are improving over time. Pumps are most often used in type 1 diabetes and that is the best way to go. The new systems will improve with time.

Q: i need more info on a insulin pump?

See an endocrine MD: There are many web sites that discuss pumps, both from the pump companies and societies. See a doctor who does pumps regularly to discuss whether it's right for you.

Question 1

are there different types of insulin pumps?

Accepted Answer

Brands/ types: Brands ? - yes pumps tend to do the same.

Question 2

how do insulin pumps help prevent future complications?

Accepted Answer

Control: If used correctly, an Insulin pump can help you achieve better blood sugar level which will prevent future complications.  The goal is to keep A1c < 6.5 or 7%.  Your risk of complications is lower with these A1c level.

Question 3

i would like some information about insulin pumps..?

Accepted Answer

Helpful: Insulin pumps are most helpful in type1 diabetics who eat frequently throughout the day, have tendency towards high sugars in the morning due to "dawn phenomenon", and/or are unable to achieve good control despite multiple injections of Insulin daily. The pump provides a "basal" rate of Insulin that can be adjusted throughout the day. You still need to tell it when you eat and how much Insulin to do.

Question 4

is an omnipod insulin delivery system better than other insulin pumps?

Accepted Answer

Insulin pump: It is a good insulin pump, and many users like it.  However, an insulin pump often does not solve your blood sugar issues.  It requires a lot of care, and you still need to check your glu many times per day. If you are thinking about a pump, you should be talking to an endocrinologist who uses a lot of pumps and who can guide you through this.

Question 5

omnipod insulin delivery system versus other insulin pumps, what's the difference?

Accepted Answer

Patch pump: Hi. Omnipod is a "patch pump", meaning the pump attaches directly to your skin every 3 days, and there is no tubing attaching the pump to the infusion site like there is in traditional insulin pumps. There are plusses  and minuses to both types of pumps, and neither type does anything for control you can't do with multiple daily injections using analog basal and bolus insulins. CGM is more vital.

Question 6

how does a insulin pump work?

Accepted Answer

Programmed insulin: When you have calculated how much Insulin you need - this is a separate problem - you program the pump using a set of buttons on the front.  You can priogram it for a continuous, or basal insulin, and/or bolus insulin, which are quick boosts given at pre-arranged times.

Question 7

what is a remote insulin pump?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: 2 possibilities come to mind. The 1st is omnipod, an Insulin pump with no tubes. The "pod" that sits on the skin contains a 3-day supply of Insulin and has a catheter to deliver it just under the skin. It's controlled by a handheld gadget that is not connected to the pod.  The 2nd possibility is the recently approved glucose monitor, to allow parents to monitor a child's sugar from another room.

Question 8

when is an insulin pump required?

Accepted Answer

Seldom: Required?  Can't think of any situation where a pump is required. A pump may help someone achieve tighter glucose control, including pregnant women, people who need very small doses, people whose activities and schedule changes day-to-day, or people whose basal Insulin requirement varies through the day. Willingness to learn carb counting and to check frequently are key to getting better results.

Question 9

where can i find an insulin pump?

Accepted Answer

Insulin pump: Most Primary Care doctors and Endocrinologists get visits from Pharmaceutical company reps and they often leave "pumps" to show to you.

Every one will tell you which one is better than the others, but that is your choice.

All pumps are excellent and they are improving over time.

Pumps are most often used in type 1 diabetes and that is the best way to go.
The new systems will improve with time.

Question 10

i need more info on a insulin pump?

Accepted Answer

See an endocrine MD: There are many web sites that discuss pumps, both from the pump companies and societies.
See a doctor who does pumps regularly to discuss whether it's right for you.

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