Considering a pump

Hi all

My diabetes has always been self managed, monitored annually at the GP clinic. I requested a freestyle so was referred to the hospital clinic.

What a revelation, switched on knowledgeable staff, things have certainly moved on in the last 20yrs!

Anyhoo, I was approved for the libre cgm system, a couple of blips but confident with the system. Much better control tweaking and adjusting, now I understand how different things effect me.

The doc suggested I try a pump, I didn't sign up straight away, preferring one change at a time, she seemed very enthusiastic.

When I spoke to one of the nurses at the clinic (remote monitoring ) she didn't seem so convinced it was a good idea. And thought I was doing OK without.

I'm reading sugars 25-30 times a day, and constantly adjusting, rather than my previous regime of just running a bit high. I live an active outdoorsy lifestyle so always concerned re hypos, and not particularly hypo aware.

What are your thoughts to pump or not to pump?

Thanks for the replies.

The nurse said you're doing fine, good results, keep as you are.

The doc (clinic pump tzar apparently ) suggested it, she would be having to sign it off. Made it seem like a done deal. I haven't spoken to her since starting with the libre, so could do with a review.