Thanks @h884. Do you use the 670 wit or without CGM?Hi Asa35
I have recently started on the Medtronic 670g, my first pump. I find it easy to use and it has made a big difference to, for example, my time in target and night times lows. The only issue I have is challenges when doing set changes. This is due to arthritis in my hands. I am currently looking for solutions to this at the moment as I do not want to go back to pens.
Good luck with your decision making
In most respects it's like any other pump. It is smaller than most & has a a clear colour touch screen. Hopefully the NHS will eventually fund a compatible CGM whether that is Dexcom or Libre. The Tandem has had 2 firmware updates already & it can be updated in the future.Thanks @DunePlodder for the feedback. What do you think the pump would be like if not using a CGM?
Thanks, I will let you knowHi Asa35
Unfortunately I do not have the cgm. I wanted to get used the pump before looking into this. I obviously need to overcome the challenges I am having with set changes.
I will be interested to hear what you decide. Good luck
Thanks for this. I'm still yet to make my decision, but am still possibly thinking T-Slim. I do notice the tube connection is not connected directly to the pump, but is a loose connection on the tube- do you find this an issue?In most respects it's like any other pump. It is smaller than most & has a a clear colour touch screen. Hopefully the NHS will eventually fund a compatible CGM whether that is Dexcom or Libre. The Tandem has had 2 firmware updates already & it can be updated in the future.
Thanks. I wondered if it easily got caught up in anything, or would you keep the pump in waist pouch and tuck this in to that? Sorry if these sound daft questions, I'm just trying to visualise it. I currently keep my 640G in a Hid-In waist pouch which covers the connection on the pump, with just the tube feeding out of the pouch.I don't, but then I've never used any other type of pump. Some people say it looks "medical", which I understand but it doesn't bother me.
It's not really a "loose connection". You tighten it up firmly & I've never had a problem with one coming undone.
Thanks for your reply. Yes, the NHS delay is the one big drawback. I understand it has to follow a lot of approval actions etc, but doesn't help those who it would really benefit. Fingers crossed anyway, I may take the plunge with T-Slim and hold out for the Libre3.Hello a pump without a CGM would be like an ordinary pump without the function of suspending insulin when going low etc. With a CGM you would experience all the functions of the pump. I have the Medtronic 670G with CGM, although it’s bulky and ugly looking, I’d say my management is a lot better. Because auto mode learns about my needs each day.
It might be a while for the NHS to get the libre 3, we don’t even have libre 2 yet.
Not a daft question. Like any tubed pump it can get caught on things. At this time of year I keep it in my shirt pocket, wearing a top over it. Otherwise I clip it to my belt - though the clip isn't great. At night I use a Hid-In belt/pouch.Thanks. I wondered if it easily got caught up in anything, or would you keep the pump in waist pouch and tuck this in to that? Sorry if these sound daft questions, I'm just trying to visualise it. I currently keep my 640G in a Hid-In waist pouch which covers the connection on the pump, with just the tube feeding out of the pouch.
Not a daft question. Like any tubed pump it can get caught on things. At this time of year I keep it in my shirt pocket, wearing a top over it. Otherwise I clip it to my belt - though the clip isn't great. At night I use a Hid-In belt/pouch.
Hi Tracyann35 did you make a decision on your pump? I know you were thinking of the 640G, did you have any other choices? What pump are you currently on?Can I ask why you won’t be staying on the 640g as I have just been offered this as a replacement pump for the one I’m currently on?
You cant trust that current pumps with dexcom software will be upgraded to libre 3. You cant trust when libre 3 will be available libre2 is only just starting here in the UK several years after launch in other countriesHi all, hoping for some help please. My 640G is due for renewal in December: my options are the 670G or the Tandem T-Slim. Although I would like to use CGM's with it, this would not be funded and monthly costs are a bit too much for me. I have read though that the Libre 3 is in the pipeline and would be compatible with the T-Slim. If this was the case, I'd hopefully (!!) get the Libre through the NHS (I do currently get the Libre1). Any thoughts on +/- for the pumps? Currently I'm leaning towards the Tandem.
Thank you.
Valid points searley. I did think I was being a bit too hopeful with the Libre 3You cant trust that current pumps with dexcom software will be upgraded to libre 3. You cant trust when libre 3 will be available libre2 is only just starting here in the UK several years after launch in other countries
Having said that tandem would be stupid not to integrate it would be a good selling feature.. however libre 1 has been far from accurate for me with lots of failure
Also consider the dexcom g7 is just around the corner should be cheaper and smaller than g6 maybe be cheap enough for nhs use..
I think what you have to do is choose a pump that fits your needs now.. not what *might* work in 2 years
The tandem is a good pump will work like a regular pump without cgm you just enter your bg manually
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