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Nervous about pump... advice?

Little_Lucy said:
@Eireannn unfortunately unlike yourself I do not have choice of which pump I get I'm getting the medetronic pump ( I think that's what it's called) but I'll let you know how it goes
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Ah that sucks, if I didn't have a choice and had to use one of those tubey pumps, I would definitely stick to injections. I just don't like the thought of something connected to me as I worry I'd get tangled in it and stuff lol. Good luck with your new pump :)
 
Hi @WhiteleyGirl no i have the one touch ultra easy but i shall ask my DSN about it.
Looks like I'll br having a play with one on 2nd feb and starting on the pump on the 9th feb.
Consultants fault for the delay. Nevermind though.
Im really excited. But also quite nervous now.
Got my first training session on the 31st this month xx
 
You'll be fine I was nervous and now I love it and Ihave pump workshops coming up as well. Its really easy to change cannular and stuff. Good luck with everything x
 
Eireannn said:
Ah that sucks, if I didn't have a choice and had to use one of those tubey pumps, I would definitely stick to injections. I just don't like the thought of something connected to me as I worry I'd get tangled in it and stuff lol. Good luck with your new pump :)
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The tubing isn't a problem :) I'm extremely clumsy and have young children, so would definitely be a candidate for tubing tangles : D But I've had none. The tubing is available in various lengths, tucks away out of sight, and means you can position your pump where you like, according to what you're wearing :)
 
Little_Lucy said:
Actually @Eireannn I have the tubey pump it can be quite uncomfortable when getting changed but otherwise I love it and I never really get tangled and it's quite comfortable to wear and I save so much time!
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Why don't you disconnect while getting changed,then just reach through and connect up again?
 
Type1Bri said:
What pump have you got?
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I've got the minimed 640g :)
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blueeyed81 said:
It was really good. Had a laugh too which was a bonus. I'm inputting my bg into pump and getting into the routine even though I'm still injecting :). If I can get into the routine now there's no stopping me lol.

Can't wait to start using insulin
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was it the Medtronic rep from the North-East? (I'm terrible with names!)
 
blueeyed81 said:
Hmmmmmmmm not sure lolol. She had short brunette hair and used to be a dsn lol.
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lol, that wasn't her.
it's just the case of playing round with it for the next week and you'll be an expert by Monday wheen you go live!
Get registered on the Medtronic eshop for your supplys as well - a box of 10 sets and reservoirs only last about a month so get some supplies ordered.

Have fun
 
groucho74 said:
lol, that wasn't her.
it's just the case of playing round with it for the next week and you'll be an expert by Monday wheen you go live!
Get registered on the Medtronic eshop for your supplys as well - a box of 10 sets and reservoirs only last about a month so get some supplies ordered.

Have fun
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Lol. I'm going to lol. I've registered I think lol so going to get some bits sorted ready :)
 
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