Most people with diabetes control their blood sugar levels by using test strips that analyze a drop of blood to determine blood sugar levels. They use a syringe to inject insulin according to a schedule they’ve arrived at with their physician. Insulin pumps are also available that can be especially beneficial for youngsters, but adults also use them.
The small devices are computerized and automatically delivers short-acting insulin as it’s needed, essentially imitating the way the body’s pancreas works. They’re particularly beneficial when diet, insulin and exercise aren’t effective in regulating and managing blood sugar levels and eliminates the need for daily injections with a syringe.
An insulin pumps works day and night to deliver the exact amount of insulin required in response to eating. It requires a catheter be inserted in the body and the pump may or may not have multiple basal settings – the minimum amount of insulin required to manage fluctuations in glucose levels. A majority of insulin pumps have built-in calculators to determine the amount of insulin needed.
The pumps are approximately the size of a cell phone or a deck of cards, depending upon the model. One type is attached to a catheter that’s inserted near the stomach area in the fat layer beneath the surface of the skin. It includes an insulin container and can be worn in multiple ways for convenience that includes at the waist, in a pocket, as an armband, or even attached to a bra or belt.
The other type has an insulin container and a patch that attaches directly on the skin and is controlled wirelessly. Those that choose either type of insulin pump will require specialized training in its use.
Most insurance companies will cover the cost of an insulin pump, but out-of-pocket costs can vary widely. Modern insulin pumps have a variety of features to accommodate a wide range of needs depending upon individual lifestyles.
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