Love my pump
Hi Sarah - The pump is great. I, too, didn't want to use one but I was having bad reactions to the slow-acting insulin and finally got scared enough to listen to my doctor. Within days I was wondering why I'd waited. I've been using it for almost 10 years and can't imagine going back to injections.
The worst part of starting on the pump was that I spent a few days using saline in the pump and doing my regular injections. Having to think about both and use both was bothersome, but I was able to get all my questions/concerns answered while I was still doing injections, and was feeling quite confident and comfortable by the time I switched to the pump.
Yes, putting a new set in does hurt a bit occasionally, but so does using a needle and, since you're only inserting it once every few days, there are a lot less opportunities for it to hurt. I can go weeks without it stinging.
The difference the pump makes in your life is amazing. It's hard for me to stick to a routine. My meal schedule and activity level change day to day. With the pump I can make adjustments quickly and easily. I love it.
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