Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition.  Living with an insulin pump

Introduction

More and more people with diabetes are using insulin pumps instead of daily shots to manage their disease. The pumps give them more freedom to eat, sleep, and exercise when they want. Pumps usually help people do a better job of controlling their blood sugar. A pump can be an important tool in preventing problems like very low blood sugar.

But using an insulin pump takes some getting used to. The more you learn about your pump and how to live with it, the happier you will be.

What? - What is the medical information or key concepts related to the action? What is an insulin pump?
Why? - Why the action is important? Why should I use an insulin pump?
How? - Learn the steps involved in taking action. How to live with an insulin pump
Where? - Other resources and organizations that can help you take action Where to go from here

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Author: Cynthia TankLast Updated: July 16, 2007
Medical Review: Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Alan C. Dalkin, MD - Endocrinology

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