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[|Pump information] Getting Started, Disadvantages of Using an Insulin Pump, Advantages of Using an Insulin Pump ,How do insulin pumps work?

[|care of your pump] Insulin pumps have made life easier for many people with diabetes. An insulin pump delivers insulin on a regular basis and without the need of injections. There are many parts to an insulin pump so taking care of your pump is essential to get the longest life out of it. Here are a few steps to help you take basic care of your pump.

[|Brands of pump] [|**Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pumps**] [|**Animas Insulin Pumps**] [|**Cozmore Insulin Pumps**]
 * Disetronic Accu-Chek Spirit from Roche**

[|supplies] • Infusion sets • Reservoirs • Cartridges • Pump Batteries

[|insulin pen] There's a more convenient way to take LANTUS® every day. The LANTUS® SoloSTAR® insulin pen is for patients with diabetes who are considering insulin for the first time to help control their blood sugar. LANTUS® is for those who want the power of once-daily insulin and the convenience of a pen.

[|how to give insulin shots] A person with Type 1 diabetes requires daily doses of [|insulin] to keep blood glucose levels from going too high.

[|areas to give shots] Insulin is injected into the fat layer just under the skin. If the needle is injected into the muscle, the insulin is absorbed (moved into the blood stream) too fast. Areas of the body where you may inject insulin are the abdomen (stomach) and the outer upper arms. You can also give injections in the buttocks, hip areas, and the front and sides of the thighs.

[|preperation] If you have [|type 1 diabetes]-or if you have [|type 2 diabetes] and oral medications are not controlling your blood sugar-you have to take [|insulin].

[|hyperglycemia] Hyperglycemia, or high blood glucose (sugar), is a serious health problem for those with [|diabetes].

[|hypoglycemia] Hypoglycemia, also called low blood glucose or low blood sugar

[|ketoacisosis] Ketoacidosis (key-toe-ass-i-DOE-sis) is a serious condition that can lead to diabetic coma (passing out for a long time) or even death. Ketoacidosis may happen to people with type 1 diabetes.

[|ketones] Ketones are substances that are made when the body breaks down fat for energy

[|type 1] Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults

[|type 2] Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes

[|differences] In general, people with diabetes either have a total lack of insulin ([|type 1 diabetes]) or they have too little insulin or cannot use insulin effectively ([|type 2 diabetes]).

[|similarities] There are two major types of diabetes, called type 1 and type 2

[|kidneys eyes and feet] Retinopathy (eye disease) Nephropathy (kidney disease)

[|diet] The Basics of a Healthy Diabetes Diet

[|checking blood sugars] Everyone with diabetes should test their blood sugar, or glucose, levels regularly. Knowing your blood sugar levels allows you to alter your diabetes management strategy if your levels aren't near your target blood sugar.

[|porportions] Portion control is the most valuable weapon in your arsenal to combat blood sugar highs