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<blockquote data-quote="paulliljeros" data-source="post: 1450353" data-attributes="member: 220050"><p>I think the fact we are getting £3000+ for free is unbelievable. Excellent control is achievable on a pump without CGM, but requires the user to undertake BG tests. Once you are confident your basal rates are correct (by doing a basal test), then you can ensure your I:C ratio and Corr factors are also correct (by BG testing) and then it requires tests before meals, and spot checks at other times. I'm afraid a CGM is not a pre-requisite for successful pumping, it just makes it easier, and unfortunately, whilst everyone on here would love to be given it free, our NHS is on its knees and just can't afford it. I am just grateful I get insulin and BG strips for free ... the fact I get a pump etc as well is the Willy Wonka ticket for me! I'm sorry to be so blunt, but there are plenty of threads on this subject if you are interested - just search for "petition" <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="paulliljeros, post: 1450353, member: 220050"] I think the fact we are getting £3000+ for free is unbelievable. Excellent control is achievable on a pump without CGM, but requires the user to undertake BG tests. Once you are confident your basal rates are correct (by doing a basal test), then you can ensure your I:C ratio and Corr factors are also correct (by BG testing) and then it requires tests before meals, and spot checks at other times. I'm afraid a CGM is not a pre-requisite for successful pumping, it just makes it easier, and unfortunately, whilst everyone on here would love to be given it free, our NHS is on its knees and just can't afford it. I am just grateful I get insulin and BG strips for free ... the fact I get a pump etc as well is the Willy Wonka ticket for me! I'm sorry to be so blunt, but there are plenty of threads on this subject if you are interested - just search for "petition" ;) [/QUOTE]
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