After having CFRD for 3 years, we are now talking about a insulin pump for Nathan. He was not to excited about it as he had some friends with one and did not like the idea of the tubing and thing like a pager being worn all the time. However, they now have one that has no tubing and the pager thing does not have to be worn as it communicates wirelessly. So this one, OmniPod, is very interesting to him.
We pretty much know most of the positives, the big one being no more 4 to 8 shots per day, but wondering if there are any negatives we should be aware of?
This one is also waterproof and does not have to be removed for showers, baths, or swimming.
Is there reasons why CFRD patients should not get a pump? Does CF have any role in making this decision?
Any information and or advice would be helpful,
Thanks in advance for your time and help,
We pretty much know most of the positives, the big one being no more 4 to 8 shots per day, but wondering if there are any negatives we should be aware of?
This one is also waterproof and does not have to be removed for showers, baths, or swimming.
Is there reasons why CFRD patients should not get a pump? Does CF have any role in making this decision?
Any information and or advice would be helpful,
Thanks in advance for your time and help,