Recent Content by jackiebee

Hi I used to be the same getting red itchy areas where i had inserted the infusion sets but i mentioned it to the pump rep and she suggested using cavilon spray which i got from the gp. A letter from my dsn explaining why i needed it helped with this. It has really made a difference for me. Out...

thank you all for your replies i have been told it would be the medtronic 640 g insulin pump that holds 300 units. My dsn is arranging to meet up with the rep and have a look at one before i make any decisions. Do all insulin pumps hold the same type of insulin? Do the batteries get supplied...

thank you yingtong and candi-girl for your replies i notice candi-girl you are currently using the medtronic 640g is it the 300 unit o ne and how have you found it? also what is the customer service like? many things to consider when changing a pump :) himtoo glad i made you laugh and no your...

thank you for replying himtoo it was my dsn that mentioned having one with a larger reservoir and was going to see whats available and let me know next week i just thought have a look myself i have seen a couple just wondering if anyone else has to use one with a bigger dose and what they...

hi im due to change my insulin pump soon but may possibly need one that holds a larger amount of insulin currently using the animas vibe which im changing daily any advice or information on this would be appreciated many thanks jackie

hi engineer88 yes i have the metal clip that goes onto the pump but this can irritate my skin unless i wear a top under it and can be hard to fit onto bulky waistbands like my jogging bottoms i may have to look on google and see whats available thanks for replying :)

hi vic thank you for your reply im on an animas vibe pump and im after a little pouch to clip onto my waistband i have tried the leather one i got with the pump but it falls off!:( hope you can help :)

its been a mix of dark, cold, wet, windy and now sunny here :)

hi not been on here for ages to ask a question having worn various pump pouch belts im now after a different type to just hook onto my leggings that dont have belt loops. any suggestions most welcome thanks :)

Hi there, just tried again with no luck. Did you order the new round gluco-carry 2 kit? These are at the bottom of the page in pink or blue. This is the type im after, I already have the old rectangle style but cant use these for the round glucotabs.

Hi All, Can anyone help me find where else to buy a gluco-carry 2 kit keyring. This is for the round glucotabs . Every time i have tried to order one from the gluco-carry website it says it is currently unavailable, but i have been trying for several months now to order one. Not sure what the...

Hi Just wondering which is the best alcohol free hand sanitizer travel bottle that could clip onto a bag and where can i buy it from. Also what is a good hand cream to use as i have very dry sensitive skin on my hands. Hope you have some good ideas out there many thanks Jackie

Thanks for your replies on this. I don't really know what to expect until i get set up with the pump how i will be with it all and i'm sure i'll have many questions to ask when i go the hospital but again thank you.

hi new to here bear with me ha ha just been confirmed that starting an animas pump soon and been looking for a suitable bag to carry all the supplies around with me only trouble is i want a bright colour! if any of you know where to look i would be grateful