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Missed Bolus

Yes! Thanks I realised afterwards that maybe I should have only done a correction bolus I found it all quite scary though, it's hard to think...

Post by: Poppy2, Jun 20, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Missed Bolus

Hello Everyone, after nearly 5 months of pumping I made a huge mistake this morning! Nearly 3 hours after breakfast I checked my blood sugar prior...

Thread by: Poppy2, Jun 20, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Insulin pumps

Hello, I have only been pumping for 4 months, it requires commitment and a huge amount of self motivation if you are to get the best from pumping....

Post by: Poppy2, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Circulation booster

Hello, I would recommend checking with your pump manufacturer, ring their helpline. I have a powerplate type of workout machine and I disconnect...

Post by: Poppy2, Jun 1, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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HBA1C post pump

Morning everyone, I am now in my 4th month of pumping and have my first Consultant clinic follow up in a couple of weeks. I know at this early...

Thread by: Poppy2, May 6, 2015, 10 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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New pump today! Is it working properly??

Adapting to pumping is hard work and a steep learning curve! I have been pumping for 12 weeks now and am still learning something new every day....

Post by: Poppy2, Apr 14, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Temporary Basal Rates

Thank you for sharing an example of what works for you. I appreciate that everyone has different routines that work for the individual, I was...

Post by: Poppy2, Apr 2, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Temporary Basal Rates

Hello everyone, I am trying to experiment with using Temporary Basal Rates for exercise and periods of unexpected activity!! I would love some...

Thread by: Poppy2, Mar 31, 2015, 4 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Pumpers-British Summer Time

Thank you! Both pump and glucose monitor manually changed

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 29, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Pumpers-British Summer Time

I really don't know! I have only been pumping for 9 weeks. My old blood glucose monitor needed manual changing! So thought it was something to...

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 28, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Pumpers-British Summer Time

Hello Everyone! Have been thinking about the commencement of British Summer Time! Please remember to change your 24 hr clock on your Insulin Pumps...

Thread by: Poppy2, Mar 28, 2015, 10 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Ketone meters/testing

Hello, like you I only used urine test strips before stating on my insulin pump. On the day I started my DSN gave me a Freestyle Optium Neo Meter...

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 14, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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The Bad Days?

Thanks for your reply. The 3 month mark seems to feature a lot with regards to pumping! Appreciate everyone's advice regarding personal...

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 13, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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The Bad Days?

Hello, you have come to the right place! This forum is fantastic for information, guidance and practical support because it is full of people who...

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 12, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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The Bad Days?

Thank you so much, just reading everyone's comments has made a huge difference already x

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 10, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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The Bad Days?

Thank you- I like that Sherlock comparison! That really made me smile! WOW 16 Years pumping! Do you get a long service award for that? That's...

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 10, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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The Bad Days?

Thank you for the great support and advice, I am realistic about the hard work pumping entails, just think I hit a wobble yesterday x

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 10, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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The Bad Days?

Thank you! I am more hopeful today! I think it is such a massive learning curve that some days the slightest small thing can be overwhelming! Well...

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 10, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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The Bad Days?

Hello everyone, I have now been pumping for 7 weeks. These past weeks have been a massive learning curve regarding how my body reacts to insulin!...

Thread by: Poppy2, Mar 10, 2015, 20 replies, in forum: Insulin Pump Forum
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Does your pump have a name?

Yes my pump has a name ! It's BORIS! I asked my children to name it as thought it would make it easier for them to associate to it if it had a name xx

Post by: Poppy2, Mar 3, 2015 in forum: Insulin Pump Forum

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