That sticky stuff!

[Lisaspeake]

Hi there, I am the mum of a 12 year old who was diagnosed with type 1 in November so we are still quite new to it all. This week he isn't having a trial with an insulin pump to see what he thinks of it. We're having real trouble getting rid of the sticky residue after removing the cannula. Any tips?

 

[Ann1982]

Try zoff or sticky stuff remover from Lakeland. I have tried both on my skin with no adverse effects. Zoff from pharmacy

 

[himtoo]

Hi There @Lisaspeake
welcome to the forum !!

I use cavilon barrier film spray before applying cannula and Zoff adhesive removal wipes to remove and I generally don't have any problems with adhesive residue !!

 

[CarbsRok]

A little baby oil will remove the residue, just make sure the next cannula isn't to close to the previous site otherwise it wont stick.

 

[Struma]

Nail varnish remover works very well.

 

[fozzie84]

I also recommend baby oil but I use the gel. I find if you put some on the site after removing the cannula and leave for a short time any residue comes off without irritating the skin.

 

[Skye's_mummy]

Hi there, I am the mum of a 12 year old who was diagnosed with type 1 in November so we are still quite new to it all. This week he isn't having a trial with an insulin pump to see what he thinks of it. We're having real trouble getting rid of the sticky residue after removing the cannula. Any tips?

We use 'peel easy' spray from the pharmacy. It's really good but VERY expensive so it's a good job you don't have to use too much!