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  1. Poppy2

    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 logically when you are having a hypo!! The shopping trip was abandon! Just another steep learning curve in the process of pumping, will not be doing it...
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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 to going on a well earned shopping trip! Only to find my BM was 18 mmols! I went through the usual process of elimination regarding possible causes...
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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. It is a steep learning curve (which I was well prepared for!) and the learning process will be continuous as the pump is adjusted to fit your...
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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 prior to use (max duration of 20 mins) just to be safe!
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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 stage my HBA1C result may not yet reflect all the hard work I have put in but I am keen to hear of other people's experiences of that first follow up...
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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. It wasn't the best start for you, but you dealt with it and used this site wisely for people's experiences and guidance. Keeping a diary will help, If...
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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 interested to learn about what forum members do as often they share realistic options that books may not even consider/mention.
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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 feedback of how/what other pumpers do just as a guide? Exercise wise I intend to start gently with some swimming/cross trainer. Also do people generally...
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    Pumpers-British Summer Time

    Thank you! Both pump and glucose monitor manually changed
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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 look out for, maybe some long term pumpers can enlighten us?
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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 and Blood Glucose Monitors (presuming they don't change automatically!!)
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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 to use for ketone testing! She told me to bin the ketone urine sticks!!! The blood result is more reliable. I have found it reassuring too! . Good luck
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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 experiences I wouldn't go back either! Fantastic not having to chase my insulin like I constantly did on MDI's! Even my waistline is starting to benefit too!
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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 have or know someone with Diabetes. It can be hard to find empathy from people who have no experience of being Diabetic ( and pumping!! ) It is REALLY...
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    The Bad Days?

    Thank you so much, just reading everyone's comments has made a huge difference already x
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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 incredible, I have only known about pumping for the last 4 years or so. Do you mind me asking what pump you currently have? Just curious with 16,years...
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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
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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 done on your progress with the pump.
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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! I have been adjusting basal rates (currently on 8 different settings!) but despite being incredibly positive and dedicated towards giving this 110%...
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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