If I want to go off my insulin pump for about 3 or 4 hours, and drink a little alcohol, how could I do that?
Disclaimer: You and your doctor know you and your diabetes best.Most alcohol will spike your bloodsugar briefly, alcohol is very dense with energy. However it is what comes after that is a little bit frightening, you will go lower than usual and your body will not help you if you go to low. Be aware.I do not know what pump you have but most recent ones can set a temporary basal level. I would NOT remove the pump, I would however after drinking set the basal level some 20 to 30% lower for 5–6 hours.While drinking take bolus as needed to keep your glucose levels in check, I usually aim for 10% higher than what is considered perfect. To have some safety. When under influence of alcohol going low is really frightening.If you really want to remove the pump, do the same things but use regular needles.Either way, go out and enjoy, but you are a diabetic, DO NOT GET WASTED!!I drink from time to time, enjoy company of friends over a few beers. It will make for less excellent sugar levels but nothing horrible. The important thing is to NOT drink that last beer/drink. You want to know where you are, how you feel, how to get home, how to ask for help, how to speak coherent.Oh, when you go to bed, set an alarm for 2 hours later and check your glucose, if you are going low YOU NEED TO EAT!“But I/You can’t remember to do all these things when drinking” I can hear people say. Yes, that is why you skip that last beer, be tipsy, have fun, but keep your brain engaged and not in the gutter.
Where can I find a fake insulin pump?
An old pager looks like one.
What is it like to have an insulin pump?
It's a frenemy. I would not go back to Multiple Daily Injections (MDI) unless the EMP hit. FriendLets me eat what I want, when I wantEasy corrections, no math or calculations in my headFairly unobtrusive (until it isn't)Prevents lows better than long acting insulin and MDIKeeps records of my insulin and BG levels without me having to enter it into an app or book.EnemyThe infusion sites can get irritated and irritatingExpenseAlways having to find a place to put it on your person or in your clothesAlarms going off at inopportune times
Do insulin pumps hurt?
When I found out I had diabetes, I had been constantly sick for about 2 months before I was diagnosed. I lost a lot of weight, was drinking water constantly, urinating a lot, feeling very tired and had near constant nausea and vomiting. I went to my doctor, who ordered a glucose tolerance test. Needless to say, the results were conclusive and there was no doubt I had type 1. I was immediately put on insulin and after 6 years, I got my first pump (it's now retired). I love my pump and I can't imagine life without it. It was the best diabetes-related decision I ever made. My control is SO much better and I love the convenience of it. Pumps don't hurt. There might be a tiny bit of pain or stinging when the catheter is inserted but that's all. I've been on a pump for 11 years now and the infusion set change doesn't faze me a bit...and takes about 5 minutes to do it. It's quick and easy. They do take some getting used to...having something attached to you all the time but you adapt quickly. I take mine off to shower and swim...and for intimacy. Other than that, i wear it all the time. There are several different pump makers. I prefer Minimed as I have never used any other pump brand. Each has their pros and cons, although with Minimed, I can't think of any cons. I am on my second Minimed pump and when it comes time for another one, I'll get another Minimed. Good luck. EMT
How does the insulin pump work and how to plant it? is it the best med. device for balancing blood sugar?
The second answer is the best.... I recently went on the insulin pump myself. My A1-C levels were around 8.0 before the pump. I was on 4 shots a day. After the pump my A1-C level dropped to 6.4 the lowest it's ever been in my 26 years of being a diabetic. You will still need to keep track of your blood sugars as well as still watch what you eat, however, it does give you a lot more flexablilty. As far as cost... check with your insurance. Also check to see if you can do mail order, as it is usually cheaper. The artificial pancreas that was mentioned... that is an insulin pump with another device that is inserted as well that monitors your blood sugar on a 24 hour basis.
What are the pros and cons of an insulin pump?
The beauty of an insulin pump is you can eat anything you want and take the correct amount of insuin to cover it. HOWEVER, you have to accurately count carbohydrates. Garbage in = garbage out. If you do not enter the correct amount of carbs into the the pump you will not get the correct dose of insulin. The pump will aslo calculate a correction dose of insulin if your blood sugar is over your target range - so pump users can get better control.Another pro - you have to change the site every 3 days - no injecting insulin before meals.Cons - it is attached to your body. You have to get used to it. You have to check your blood sugar at least 3 times a day. Programming the pump may be complicated for some.
How much does an insulin pump cost in India?
The most commonly used pumps are Medtronics insulin pumps.The basic one is around ₹300000 along with the warranty.Before switching on to a pump I would strongly recommend getting in touch with people who are already using it.I can recommend Diya for getting in touch with people who are using insulin pumps and are type 1 diabetics.Diya is a society run by type 1 diabetics for type 1 diabetics.I hope it helps.cheers and all the best for good sugars.ps. Edit.I spoke to one of the founders of the Diya group. She is more than thrilled to help anyone who needs help.Contact - Facebook DIYA group.DIYAhappy sugars.
When on an insulin pump, is it alright to eat anything you want?
Yes and no. You can eat what you want if you compensate accordingly. But, and there always is a “but”, some things are more difficult to compensate precisely for, e.g. sugary stuff.Also, you can only eat whatever you want the same way that everyone else can. You can still put on weight, get too much or too little of various macro- or micronutrients.
Type 1 Diabetes? Insulin pump?
A lot of Type 1 diabetics do enjoy the freedom of the insulin pump. Not all of them check your blood glucose automatically, though- some of them still rely on you to use test strips, and some do testing using strips in the pump. There are two on the market that I know of that do test - one by Medtronics and one by DANA, though others may. I'm most familiar with the Medtronics version. There are about 8 or 10 different companies making pumps though- and determining which suits your needs is something you have to discuss and decide with your doctor. Deciding on medical treatment, whether it be choosing an insulin pump or medicine- isn't something you do based on advertizements. You would still have to keep the regular supplies on hand though- in case your pump malfunctions- so it won't entirely free you of injections sometimes. A lot of young folks like the freedom of the pump, but they also can fuss because it can prevent things like swimming or other really active sports/recreation activities. I don't imagine it would be anything you couldn't adapt to or arrange for- but the final choice of pump needs to be made after you have the discussion with your doctor and look at everything that's available to you.