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Originally Posted by kid_fears99 2) How long does it take to really figure out the pump - I've read about different levels at different times of the day, depending on exercising, etc. - sounds a little confusing. |
You'll find that once you get used to it, it's like breathing. Second nature.
There's a bit of learning curve in the beginning, both for you and your Endo/NP/CDE. You have to learn about pumping, they get to learn about how you deal with things, and how your body reacts to the treatment.
It's likely that they'd put you on a dosage that your weight would suggest, though likely they'd dose a bit lower than that at first. Then they'd have you email or fax them the results, carbs and boluses so they could tell you what to adjust. In the beginning, you'll likely be running a bit high (they generally try and play it safe). As they get the dosages more right, you'll find things get more normalized. It may take a few weeks, but eventually you'll likely find you're under the best control you've ever experienced.
And you'll enjoy the added flexibility it gives you.
