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Originally Posted by AJ21 I'd prefer the one that has the automatic sensor system that way I can eliminate the pain in the butt blood testing, however is it actually accurate? |
The CGMS devices generally do not minimize fingersticks. You still have to do one before you give any insulin because the devices can sometimes be off, aka not accurate. If you are stuck on having that feature, Minimed is the only one that makes one with the built in feature into the pump. Also, that's an additional feature for an additional fee that's generally not covered by insurance (although some, very few will cover it.)
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Originally Posted by AJ21 I'm basically just wondering if you guys could help me decide on what pump is the best for me. I enjoy working out, but i HATE having to do it at a certain time cause of my Lantus/Novorapid intake. I also am trying to get a job that will hopefully NOT be sitting at a desk all day. |
I think you need to research each pump and maybe even call the companies for a trial of each one. The main 4 are....
Animas 1250
Deltec-Smith Cozmo
Minimed 522/722
Omnipod
Each have thier pros and cons. And we can't decide for you which is the best. Before buying ANY I HIGHLY RECOMMEND wearing it for a week and running it through every test you can. Even if it's only filled with saline. That way you find if you like the features of it or not. Nothing like buying a $6000 device and then hating it for the 4 years you have to keep it.
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Originally Posted by AJ21 I like eating food (obviously...) and I hate having to minimize my honey intake and stuff cause of the ridiculous highs that accompany it. |
Well, with a pump you may still spike high. The pump won't help with spikes much. You can just plan around it a little better possibly with a pump.
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