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First, is there any secret to taking out the cannula after its 3-day lifespan? Do I just pull it out?
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just pull it out, actually pulling the sticky tape is more tricky for me, just nice and easy does it or i end up removing a layer of skin with it!
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Next, do any of you use the bra attachment to carry the pump? I can't imagine how that would work...without it being blatantly obvious that something was there.  |
never used a bra attachment. i do use a make shift thigh holster, using a tubular bandage folded over, i wear my pump on my leg (outside of thigh) when i wear nice summery clothes. otherwise i just clip it to my waist band at the small of my back ~ it doesnt get in the way and no-one really notices it either
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Next, what do you all carry with you at all times? One of everything? Even syringes or a pen for emergencies?
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i only carry my test kit and insulin pen with spare needles....thats all.
when i travel to visit family i take everything with me, couple of spare set changes, even a spare insulin pen just in case!
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Finally, how often do you test your blood sugar? If one of them is high, do you treat every one with a correction bolus? Even if you're not eating?
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initially i was testing 10-12 times daily, i now only test 4-6 times daily as things are pretty stable and predictable for me.
my corrections are calculated exactly the same as on mdi, you dont need to eat to correct a high. im quite happy to correct between meals, of course you must take into consideration any bolus insulin you have still working when you take your next reading for the next bolus
most of all just relax and enjoy the freedom pumping gives you
i know i do
